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Mervent Dam – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from Fontenay-le-Comte

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France
Pays de la Loire

Mervent Dam – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from Fontenay-le-Comte

Hard

4.5

(12)

37

riders

Mervent Dam – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from Fontenay-le-Comte

04:01

59.7km

800m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 14, 2026

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After 18.4 km for 51 m

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Waypoints

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9.13 km

Mervent Dam

Highlight • Lake

Both a place of natural beauty and a lair of James Bond villains, this place is nothing short of spectacular.

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2

21.8 km

Pretty shaded road which crosses the national forest of Mervent-Vouvant. It runs alongside then crosses the Mother which brings a welcome freshness in summer.

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24.1 km

The great calm

Highlight • Other

4

33.3 km

As you approach this bridge, you will have a breathtaking view of the ramparts of the medieval town of Vouvant.

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33.3 km

Medieval Village of Vouvant

Highlight • Historical Site

Absolutely gorgeous medieval fortified town built on a hillside overlooking a river. Remains of the castle walls and keep, lovely church, plus art galleries, cafes and great walks around the cobbled streets and surrounding parklands.

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44.9 km

dominant view over the valley, magnificent!

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46.0 km

The Mother

Highlight • River

Viewpoint by large crucifix on outskirts of Mervent giving lovely views over Vendee river valley

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46.2 km

Climb and Descent Along Lac de la Mère

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

If you're coming from Mervant, you'll have a long straight descent where speeds of 60km/h are easily obtainable before turning back round the lake for awesome views and an challenging …

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59.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.0 km

6.58 km

6.40 km

1.68 km

660 m

464 m

Surfaces

31.3 km

22.0 km

2.37 km

2.19 km

1.75 km

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Tuesday 20 October

16°C

10°C

76 %

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