Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez, a region in the Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area features varied terrain, from the gentle slopes of the Forez Plain to the more undulating topography around volcanic peaks and the Monts du Forez. This natural setting, encompassing the Loire River and the Bois Noirs Forest, provides a suitable environment for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez provides more…
83
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4.4
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Average rating
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People visited

3.8
(6)
93
riders
42.3km
02:10
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(5)
46
riders
50.7km
02:14
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
40
riders
43.6km
02:15
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(7)
77
riders
51.3km
02:05
170m
170m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.7
(7)
39
riders
45.6km
04:24
1,040m
1,040m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
(14)
36
riders
33.8km
03:05
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(10)
28
riders
28.1km
01:51
120m
120m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(7)
30
riders
33.6km
02:45
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(4)
50
riders
28.1km
02:39
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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13
riders
16.3km
01:16
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
33.0km
03:06
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

12
riders
40.1km
03:46
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.1
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16
riders
45.2km
02:55
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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10
riders
43.0km
02:33
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
9
riders
60.5km
03:56
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
4
riders
47.3km
03:06
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
runners
22.7km
02:31
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
27.8km
02:56
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
22.4km
02:26
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
6.56km
00:43
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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17
hikers
7.43km
01:53
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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14
hikers
7.67km
02:04
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
hikers
9.61km
02:34
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
9.21km
02:30
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Hiking. The region features 154 routes across these sports, catering to different preferences and skill levels.
Yes, Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez has 7 dedicated road cycling routes. These routes traverse varied terrain, from the Forez Plain to more undulating sections. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez guide.
Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez offers 34 mountain biking trails, suitable for various styles including enduro and cross-country. The Bois Noirs Forest is a notable area for mountain biking. Explore specific routes in the MTB Trails around Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez guide.
The region provides 60 routes for jogging and running. Many paths follow old railway lines, offering gentle slopes and scenic views. Detailed information can be found in the Running Trails around Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez guide.
Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez features 23 touring cycling routes. Options range from accessible canal paths, such as the Forez Canal Towpath loop, to routes with varied topography. The Cycling around Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez guide provides further details.
Routes in Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez pass through diverse natural landscapes. Notable features include the Loire River and its Gorges, volcanic peaks like Montsupt, the Forez Plain, and the Bois Noirs Forest. Lake Grangent is also a nearby natural attraction.
Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez is a fortified medieval village with historical significance. Landmarks include remains of its ramparts, a 12th-century Romanesque church, and the 14th-century House of the Armorial. The historic "Devil's Bridge" can also be found along some routes.
Yes, the region offers routes suitable for various levels, including easy options. The Forez Canal Towpath loop is an example of an accessible touring cycling route. Paths along old railway lines also provide gentle slopes ideal for leisurely activities.
Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez is a popular destination, with more than 15,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 154 routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,300 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Running Trails, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Hiking.
The official website for the Mairie de Saint-Marcellin-En-Forez is saintmarcellinenforez.fr. The phone number for the Mairie is 04 77 36 10 90. For tourist-specific information, the Office de Tourisme Loire Forez can be reached at 04 77 96 08 69.

