Les Ulmes is a commune located in the Maine-et-Loire department of France, characterized by its diverse natural landscapes. Situated within the broader Saumur Val de Loire region and part of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park, the area features picturesque vineyards, extensive woodlands, and riverbanks, including the source of the river Douet. This varied terrain provides a suitable setting for several outdoor activities like mountain biking, hiking, jogging, gravel biking, and more.
Les Ulmes offers…
75
Routes
4.3
(86)
Average rating
738
People visited

4.2
(13)
40
hikers
7.89km
02:04
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(13)
66
hikers
8.18km
02:09
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
11
hikers
14.5km
03:47
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
hikers
9.87km
02:36
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(6)
39
riders
38.5km
02:42
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
19
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(3)
15
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.8
(4)
35
riders
56.2km
03:49
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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51
runners
21.6km
02:22
170m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
runners
5.50km
00:40
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
10.2km
01:08
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
9.57km
01:07
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
24
riders
48.2km
02:58
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
riders
41.6km
03:03
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
riders
42.3km
02:34
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
76.5km
04:41
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(8)
55
riders
56.4km
03:17
420m
420m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(1)
11
riders
52.4km
03:37
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
11
riders
47.7km
03:03
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
65.5km
03:53
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
30.3km
01:17
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
77.6km
03:28
270m
270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
25.4km
01:03
140m
140m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3
riders
40.2km
01:45
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Les Ulmes offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, and Road cycling. The region features diverse landscapes such as vineyards, woodlands, and riverbanks. More than 20 routes are available across these sports.
Les Ulmes has attracted more than 16,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars. There are 27 total routes listed across various sports.
Yes, Les Ulmes and its surroundings are suitable for mountain biking. The broader Saumur region offers diverse terrain for cycling enthusiasts. A guide for MTB Trails around Les Ulmes is available on komoot.
Les Ulmes features several marked hiking trails. The "Vignes et bois" circuit, starting from the church square, is an 6.9-mile [11.2 km] route. SityTrail lists 28 walking routes in Les Ulmes, indicating a wide range of choices. A guide for Hiking around Les Ulmes is available.
Yes, the Saumur region, which includes Les Ulmes, is noted for its gravel biking opportunities. Routes feature diverse terrain across the Loire Valley, including riverside paths, vineyards, and quiet country lanes. A guide for Gravel biking around Les Ulmes is available on komoot.
The extensive network of hiking and cycling trails in Les Ulmes, many with rolling paths and small roads, are suitable for jogging. These varied and scenic paths provide opportunities for runners to explore the natural beauty of the region. A guide for Running Trails around Les Ulmes is available.
Les Ulmes is characterized by picturesque vineyards and woodlands. Notable historical features include the Pierre Couverte dolmen at Mousseau and several mills, some semi-troglodytic. The commune is also situated within the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park.
Beyond mountain biking and gravel biking, Les Ulmes is popular for Touring cycling and Road cycling. The area's quiet country lanes and agricultural paths are well-suited for these activities. Guides for Cycling around Les Ulmes and Road Cycling Routes around Les Ulmes are available.
Komoot offers several guides for Les Ulmes, covering various sports. These include guides for MTB Trails, Hiking, Running Trails, Gravel biking, Cycling, and Road Cycling Routes.
The official website for the commune of Les Ulmes is lesulmes.fr. The phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Les Ulmes is +33241670040. These resources can provide further local information.
For more challenging mountain biking, a "Great Loop" trail near Vernantes, a nearby village, offers a difficult 23-mile [37 km] ride. This route traverses forests and countryside, providing a more technical experience for riders. The broader Saumur Val de Loire region also features diverse terrain.

