Illiers-Combray is a region in France, situated between the Beauce and Perche areas, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The terrain features a blend of forests, rolling hills, and pastoral green meadows, characteristic of the Eure-et-Loir department. This varied geography provides suitable conditions for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
Illiers-Combray offers a range of outdoor activities for various interests. The region features more than 50 routes across several…
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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54.7km
02:09
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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66.1km
02:39
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.3km
01:56
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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03:12
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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04:41
610m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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05:14
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
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5.81km
01:29
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:05
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.74km
02:00
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
runners
9.80km
01:02
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:20
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.84km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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63.3km
03:52
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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30.3km
01:58
180m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.9km
02:41
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Illiers-Combray offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features more than 60 routes across these sports. These activities take place amidst forests, rolling hills, and green meadows.
Illiers-Combray is part of several national cycle routes, including La Véloscénie, La Saint-Jacques à Vélo, and La Vallée du Loir à Vélo. These routes offer diverse terrain for road cyclists. Specific routes and details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Illiers-Combray guide.
Yes, Illiers-Combray provides several hiking opportunities, including themed trails like "À la recherche du Combray de Marcel Proust" (3 km / 1.9 miles) and "Les sites proustiens" (15 km / 9.3 miles). The Pré Catelan also offers paths for walks. More information is available in the Hiking around Illiers-Combray guide.
Touring cyclists can explore sections of La Véloscénie, La Saint-Jacques à Vélo, and La Vallée du Loir à Vélo, which pass through Illiers-Combray. These routes are designed to be accessible for touring. Further details are provided in the Cycling around Illiers-Combray guide.
Illiers-Combray offers mountain biking opportunities within its diverse landscape of forests and rolling hills. Specific routes for mountain biking are available. Information can be found in the MTB Trails around Illiers-Combray guide.
Yes, Illiers-Combray has routes suitable for jogging. The Pré Catelan, an English-style garden, offers ample space for relaxed runs. Additional routes are detailed in the Running Trails around Illiers-Combray guide.
A significant natural feature is the Pré Catelan, an English-style garden with oriental elements. The town also has a strong connection to writer Marcel Proust, who drew inspiration from the area. The town's literary heritage is reflected in themed walking tours.
Illiers-Combray is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,800 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's more than 60 routes have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Illiers-Combray, covering various sports. Guides include Road Cycling Routes around Illiers-Combray, Cycling around Illiers-Combray, Hiking around Illiers-Combray, Running Trails around Illiers-Combray, and MTB Trails around Illiers-Combray.
The official website for the Illiers-Combray town hall is illiers-combray.com. The town hall can also be reached by phone at 02 37 24 00 05. For tourist information, a separate office is available.
Yes, the cycling routes in Illiers-Combray, including sections of national cycle paths, are generally accessible. The terrain features rolling hills and meadows, offering options for various skill levels. These routes can be enjoyed by both road and touring cyclists.
Illiers-Combray is situated on three national cycle routes, making it suitable for long-distance cycling. These include La Véloscénie (connecting Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel), La Saint-Jacques à Vélo (part of pilgrimage routes), and La Vallée du Loir à Vélo. These routes offer extended cycling adventures.

