Béard is a commune located in the Nièvre department of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in central France. This area offers a serene setting for outdoor activities, characterized by its position on the edge of the Loire River, which provides picturesque scenery. The surrounding landscape features a mix of forests and agricultural land, offering varied terrain for exploration. Outdoor enthusiasts can find several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and more in Béard and its vicinity.
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Average rating
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People visited

2
riders
86.0km
03:35
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
117km
04:56
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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13
riders
51.9km
02:07
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

13
riders
178km
07:37
870m
870m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
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147
riders
66.9km
03:53
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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68
riders
24.1km
01:22
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45
riders
25.8km
01:50
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
riders
191km
10:55
340m
340m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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44
riders
31.2km
01:57
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
riders
50.3km
04:06
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
59.0km
02:58
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
riders
126km
06:39
240m
240m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
21.8km
02:32
60m
60m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.47km
00:48
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.1km
01:04
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
11.5km
01:16
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(1)
6
hikers
7.16km
01:53
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
hikers
16.9km
04:28
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
hikers
8.20km
02:07
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
hikers
14.8km
04:02
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Béard offers opportunities for Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features a mix of riverine environments, forests, and agricultural land for exploration.
There are 4 routes available in Béard on komoot. These routes cater to various sports, including touring cycling and road cycling, and have been explored by more than 1,000 visitors.
Outdoor routes in Béard have an average rating of 4.07 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on experiences shared by over 1,000 visitors.
Yes, Béard offers touring cycling routes. The region is situated near the Loire River and provides access to parts of "La Loire à Vélo" and the Canal du Nivernais cycle path. More details are available in the Cycling around Béard guide.
Road cycling routes are available in and around Béard, utilizing the diverse landscapes of the Nièvre department. Information on these routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Béard guide.
Yes, Béard provides hiking opportunities along riverside paths and through local forests. The wider Nièvre department also offers access to trails in areas like the Morvan Regional Natural Park. Consult the Hiking around Béard guide for more options.
Béard's natural setting, with its forests and riverside paths, is suitable for jogging. The region offers various routes for runners. Explore options in the Running Trails around Béard guide.
Yes, mountain biking trails are available in the Béard area. The diverse terrain, including forests and agricultural land, provides suitable conditions for MTB. Refer to the MTB Trails around Béard guide for specific routes.
Béard is situated on the edge of the Loire River, offering picturesque scenery. The surrounding area features a mix of forests and agricultural land, providing varied terrain for cycling and hiking. The nearby Canal du Nivernais is also a notable feature for cycling.
The Canal du Nivernais cycle path, located within the broader Nièvre department, is an exceptional 110-mile (180 km) route free from motorized vehicles, making it ideal for family bike rides. Béard's tranquil environment also offers quieter routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Béard, including Cycling around Béard, Road Cycling Routes around Béard, Hiking around Béard, Running Trails around Béard, and MTB Trails around Béard.
For administrative inquiries related to the commune of Béard, the Mairie (town hall) can be contacted by phone at 03 86 50 10 89 or via email at mairie.beard@wanadoo.fr.

