Lavardin is a medieval village in the Loir-et-Cher region of France, characterized by its position along the scenic Loir River and at the foot of impressive feudal castle ruins. The landscape features riverbanks, rolling terrain, and unique troglodytic dwellings, providing a varied environment for outdoor pursuits. This setting makes Lavardin suitable for several sports like touring cycling, jogging, hiking, road cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities, Lavardin offers more than 10 routes across…
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Average rating
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4.4
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18
hikers
16.4km
04:19
140m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31
hikers
13.1km
03:33
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.74km
01:18
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
9.36km
02:30
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16.4km
01:47
140m
150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

96
runners
27.0km
03:11
480m
480m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.6km
02:53
290m
290m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.2km
01:10
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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172
riders
52.8km
02:31
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

138
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24.3km
01:06
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.0km
02:22
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

12
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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26
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.3km
01:48
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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17
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
riders
45.9km
03:34
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19
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53.4km
04:19
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

15
riders
38.4km
03:05
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
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50.6km
03:57
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lavardin offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, jogging, hiking, road cycling, and mountain biking. The region features 17 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.35 stars from more than 180 ratings.
Lavardin offers 12 hiking routes. The "Rotte aux Biques" path is recommended for its panoramic views of the village, castle, and Loir Valley. This path is also part of the GR 35 hiking circuit. For more options, explore the Hiking around Lavardin guide.
Lavardin features 2 touring cycling routes. The area's scenic Loir River banks are suitable for touring cycling. Lavardin is also situated on the bicycle path to Santiago de Compostela. More information is available in the Cycling around Lavardin guide.
Road cycling routes are available around Lavardin. The region's landscape, including the Loir River Valley, provides varied terrain for road cyclists. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Lavardin guide for specific tours.
Mountain biking trails are available around Lavardin. The region's natural features offer opportunities for off-road cycling. Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Lavardin guide.
Lavardin offers 3 jogging routes. The Loir River banks provide flat terrain ideal for jogging. For additional options, refer to the Running Trails around Lavardin guide.
Key points of interest include the feudal castle ruins, unique troglodytic dwellings, and the Romanesque Church of St. Genesius with its frescoes. The Gothic bridge over the Loir River and the scenic river banks are also notable features.
The Loir River banks offer flat terrain suitable for leisurely touring cycling or jogging, which can be appropriate for families. Exploring the village's flowery streets and admiring the castle ruins from the outside are also accessible activities.
Lavardin is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 2,000 visitors having explored routes in the region. The 17 available routes have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 stars.
The official website for the Mairie de Lavardin (Town Hall of Lavardin) is lavardin.fr. This site provides local information about the village.
Information regarding specific dog allowances on all trails is not universally available. It is advisable to check local signage or contact the Mairie de Lavardin for regulations on specific paths.
Lavardin village offers various accommodation options, including gites and bed and breakfasts, some of which are located in troglodytic cellars. These provide opportunities to stay within the historic village setting.

