Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, a commune in the Aube department of the Grand Est region, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor activities. The area features rolling hills, dense woodlands, and serene waterways, including the Hurande and Le Triffoire. Its proximity to the Forêt d'Orient Regional Nature Park and its large lakes provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like gravel biking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts exploring Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes can find more than 20 routes…
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Routes
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Average rating
530
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3
riders
97.8km
08:23
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

24.2km
02:04
120m
120m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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86
riders
45.2km
05:09
850m
850m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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51
riders
57.7km
05:08
780m
780m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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18
riders
32.2km
02:49
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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8
riders
26.9km
02:18
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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24
riders
12.7km
00:52
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
11.4km
00:39
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
15.1km
00:58
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
riders
45.6km
01:49
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
102km
04:01
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
33.8km
01:19
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
26.4km
01:01
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4
hikers
12.4km
03:10
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
hikers
10.1km
02:35
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
hikers
6.79km
01:44
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
hikers
9.68km
02:28
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
runners
9.89km
01:01
30m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
18.4km
02:06
50m
50m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
7.03km
00:44
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
20.2km
02:07
60m
60m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Gravel biking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for all skill levels. More than 20 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.37 stars from over 19,000 visitors.
Yes, the Aube department, including the area around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, offers gravel biking opportunities. Routes utilize unpaved 'chemins blancs' through vineyards, forests, and valleys. A notable option is the challenging 'Raid Bulles' itinerary, which is 375 km (233 miles) long with 4250 m (13,944 feet) of elevation gain.
Road cyclists can find numerous routes around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, ranging from easy paved paths to more challenging rides with significant elevation. The Aube region provides varied landscapes, including the plains of Champagne and rolling hills. For more details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes guide.
The wider Aube region offers mountain biking opportunities, particularly around the Forêt d'Orient Regional Nature Park. Trails include forest tracks and varied terrain with moderate gradients, some featuring steep slopes and winding descents. A local association, 'Les Hurandais Roulants (VTT),' organizes events in the area.
Touring cyclists can explore rolling hills, dense woodlands, and serene waterways. The 'Seine and Aube great lakes greenway' is a 42 km (26 miles) path linking Troyes to Port-Dienville, offering views of the Forêt d'Orient lakes. This flat greenway is suitable for various skill levels. More information is available in the Cycling around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes guide.
While the region is primarily known for cycling, there are opportunities for hiking. The diverse natural environment, including woodlands and areas around the Forêt d'Orient lakes, provides scenic paths. For specific routes, consult the Hiking around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes guide.
Yes, the region offers routes suitable for families, such as the 'Seine and Aube great lakes greenway.' This 42 km (26 miles) path is flat and pleasant, allowing cyclists to explore the Forêt d'Orient lakes. It provides an accessible option for outings with varying skill levels.
Cyclists can experience diverse natural features, including the Forêt d'Orient Regional Nature Park and its large lakes (Lac d'Orient, Lac Amance, Lac du Temple). The landscape also features rolling hills, dense woodlands, and extensive vineyards, particularly in the Côte des Bar. Serene waterways like La Hurande, Le Triffoire, and the Haute-Seine canal add to the scenic routes.
Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes is a popular destination on komoot, with over 19,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 29 available routes across various sports have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, covering various sports. These include Gravel biking around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, MTB Trails around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, Cycling around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, Hiking around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes, and Running Trails around Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes.
Yes, Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes offers options for beginner cyclists. Flat greenways, such as the one around the Forêt d'Orient lakes, provide accessible and enjoyable rides. These routes are generally well-maintained and suitable for those new to cycling or seeking a less strenuous experience.
The 'Raid Bulles' is a challenging gravel itinerary developed in the Aube department. It spans 375 km (233 miles) with 4250 m (13,944 feet) of elevation gain, traversing vineyards, forests, and valleys, including the Côte des Bar. This route is designed for experienced gravel cyclists seeking an unpaved adventure.
Official information about Saint-Léger-Près-Troyes can be found on its municipal website. The official website is www.saintlegerprestroyes.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be reached at +33325417378.

