Chassenon is a region in France characterized by its diverse landscapes, including the verdant Limousin Bocage and unique geological formations. The area's terrain, shaped by ancient meteorite impact and water-rich meadows, provides varied environments suitable for outdoor pursuits. These natural features make Chassenon a compelling destination for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Chassenon offers a selection of routes for outdoor enthusiasts, covering several sports like hiking, jogging,…
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4.5
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Average rating
427
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4.3
(6)
43
hikers
12.0km
03:15
160m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(5)
15
hikers
9.91km
02:46
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
(1)
10
hikers
2.44km
00:38
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
hikers
4.35km
01:12
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
83.0km
03:41
880m
880m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
49.0km
02:13
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
83.2km
03:56
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
riders
24.9km
01:09
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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20
runners
7.77km
00:53
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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19
runners
13.7km
01:30
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
runners
12.3km
01:28
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
15.4km
01:43
190m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
45.4km
02:52
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
36.1km
02:58
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5
riders
58.7km
04:39
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4
riders
14.2km
01:17
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
riders
65.2km
05:14
780m
780m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3
riders
43.1km
03:21
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
38.1km
03:09
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
31.5km
02:38
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Chassenon offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features 7 routes, which have been explored by more than 2,000 visitors. These routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 stars.
Chassenon is characterized by the verdant Limousin Bocage, a landscape of meadows and water features. A unique geological feature is the Rochechouart-Chassenon Astroblème, a National Nature Reserve formed by a meteorite impact over 200 million years ago. The region also includes valleys along the Charente river and lakes like Lac de Lavaud and Lac de Mas Chaban.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Chassenon. These include Hiking around Chassenon, Running Trails around Chassenon, and Cycling around Chassenon. Additional guides cover Road Cycling and Mountain Biking routes.
Chassenon offers numerous paths and trails suitable for hiking. Examples include the 'Sentiers des Rencontres,' 'sentier des fées,' and 'sentier des 3 Goules' near Pressignac. These trails traverse the varied terrain of the Limousin Bocage and the unique astroblème landscape.
Chassenon is well-suited for cycling, with over 600 miles (1,000 km) of quiet roads in the wider Charente region. The area supports both touring and road cycling. Specific routes include local loops and connections to the 'Flow Vélo,' a 217-mile (350 km) cycle path along the Charente river.
Mountain biking is an available sport in Chassenon. Users can explore various routes designed for MTB. A dedicated guide, MTB Trails around Chassenon, provides detailed information on these routes.
The Limousin Bocage is a characteristic landscape of the Chassenon region. It features verdant meadows and pastures interspersed with numerous water features. This environment provides picturesque scenery and is ecologically significant, making it ideal for various outdoor activities.
The Rochechouart-Chassenon Astroblème is a unique geological formation in the region. It is a National Nature Reserve created in 2008, resulting from a meteorite impact over 200 million years ago. This impact created a distinctive terrain that adds a special dimension to explorations in the area.
The Chassenon region features several lakes. While the Lac de Chassenon leisure area is known for water activities, other lakes like Lac de Lavaud and Lac de Mas Chaban offer natural settings for exploration. These lakes contribute to the water-rich landscape of the Limousin Bocage.
Chassenon is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 2,000 visitors having explored routes in the region. The 7 available routes have received an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience.
For general inquiries about Chassenon, the town hall (Mairie de Chassenon) can be reached at +33 (0)5 45 89 24 64. For tourism-specific information, the local tourist office can be contacted at +33 (0)5 45 84 22 22. The official website for the commune is http://chassenon.fr.

