Etang De La Hardouinais, a region in Brittany, France, offers a diverse landscape centered around its 50-hectare artificial lake and the extensive Forêt de la Hardouinais. This area provides varied terrain for outdoor activities, including several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, and jogging. The tranquil and verdant surroundings make it a notable destination for exploring nature on foot or by bike.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.5km
02:46
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.1km
02:48
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.2km
01:56
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220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12.5km
03:21
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150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.0km
02:39
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.42km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.8km
03:25
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140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26.6km
01:06
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200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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92.5km
04:00
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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78.1km
03:23
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540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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8.05km
00:52
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.84km
00:56
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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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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Etang De La Hardouinais offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Jogging. The region's network of paths and quiet roads provides varied terrain for exploration. Water sports like catamaran, canoe-kayak, and stand-up paddle are also available on the lake during summer.
Yes, Etang De La Hardouinais features routes suitable for road cycling. These routes range from easy, mostly flat cycle paths to more challenging options through forests. Explore available routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Etang De La Hardouinais guide.
The Forêt de la Hardouinais, bordering the Etang, provides numerous walking and hiking trails. An easy 2.1-mile (3.42-kilometer) loop from Saint-Launeuc is suitable for all fitness levels. More options are detailed in the Hiking around Etang De La Hardouinais guide.
The area includes easy, mostly flat cycle paths like the "Circuit de la Forge" around Saint-Launeuc, which are suitable for families. These routes offer accessible paths for various skill levels. Further details can be found in the Cycling around Etang De La Hardouinais guide.
The region is characterized by the 50-hectare artificial Etang de la Hardouinais lake and the extensive Forêt de la Hardouinais. The lake is ecologically rich, supporting various fish and bird species. The forest is a remnant of the ancient Brocéliande forest, offering a natural backdrop for outdoor activities.
More than 300 visitors have shared their experiences in Etang De La Hardouinais on komoot. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes around Etang De La Hardouinais, Cycling around Etang De La Hardouinais, and Hiking around Etang De La Hardouinais. There are also guides for jogging and easy hikes. These resources provide detailed information for planning outdoor adventures.
The Etang de la Hardouinais is a popular spot for nautical activities during the summer. These include catamaran, optimist, canoe-kayak, stand-up paddle, and giant paddle. Both supervised sessions and rental options are available through the Base Sports Nature de la Hardouinais.
Information regarding activities at the lake can be found via bretagnecentre.bzh. For direct inquiries, the Base Sports Nature de la Hardouinais can be reached at +33 2 96 25 97 22 or +33 2 96 67 45 40. The Domaine de la Hardouinais also provides information at ar-duen.com.
Yes, the region offers varied terrain suitable for jogging. The Forêt de la Hardouinais provides numerous trails for runners. You can find suitable paths in the Running Trails around Etang De La Hardouinais guide.
Cycling routes around Etang De La Hardouinais vary in difficulty. Options range from easy, mostly flat cycle paths like the "Circuit de la Forge" to more challenging routes that traverse through forests. This diversity allows for selection based on experience and fitness levels.

