- Brief description
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The "tour de Creuse" by bike is 100% discovery and the assurance of not being bored on a varied itinerary, adapted to all types of practitioners, families or experienced sportsmen. There is something for everyone!
- Difficulty
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medium
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- Starting point
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Crozant
- Route
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CrozantLes Granges0.6 kmPont Charraud2.1 kmLa Grange du Bois3.1 kmLes Coublins4.1 kmJosnon4.6 kmLe Goux4.8 kmLa Chapelle-Baloue6.5 kmÉglise Notre-Dame de Lorette6.5 kmPot Bouché8.4 kmLa Maisonbraud12.3 kmSaint-Germain-Beaupré13.5 kmL'Étang13.7 kmLe Bouchardon17.3 kmSaint-Agnant-de-Versillat17.9 kmL'Aumône19.8 kmLa Souterraine23.4 kmSagnemoussouse27.6 kmLa Villeaubert28.8 kmÉglise Saint-Laurent30.3 kmSaint-Priest-la-Feuille30.4 kmLa Feuille30.5 kmMaumas36.2 kmNibouleix38.0 kmChalibat39.5 kmLe Moulin du Pont39.9 kmSalagnac40.2 kmLe Grand-Bourg42.4 kmLa Tuilerie43.6 kmLes Granges46.2 kmLe Petit Murat46.9 kmBénévent-l'Abbaye47.6 km
- Best season
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JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
- Description
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Over 400km of signposted cycle paths crossing the Creuse from east to west and from north to south are yours to explore!
The Tour de Creuse allows you to discover the truly remarkable, often little-known, natural and cultural heritage of a French county packed with surprising, exceptional sights.
From the Creuse Artists’ Valley route to Vassivière Lake, going via the tapestry town of Aubusson, the Natural Reserve of the Étang des Landes, the medieval towns of La Souterraine, Bénévent l’Abbaye and Bourganeuf, the Abbey of Chambon sur Voueize and the thermal spa town of Évaux les Bains, you follow quiet country roads, the landscapes ceaselessly changing as you cycle along.
The Tour de Creuse à Vélo is all about great discoveries – you’ll never get bored, with such variety on offer. The route is suitable for all types of cyclists, from the most sporty to those out on a gentle family outing.
On this 48km stage, you follow the Véloroute Ouest de la Creuse (or Creuse western cycle route), sharing quiet country roads with light traffic (just c.500 vehicles a day). There are slopes to tackle, but no major difficulties to signal along the route.
- Directions
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Cycling from one valley to the next, enjoy halts in the lovely Creusois villages en route. As pilgrims have done for so long, stop at the little chapels along the way.
The route begins in the Vallée des Peintres (Artists’ Valley), at Crozant, its medieval fort dominating the confluence of the Creuse and Sédelle Rivers.
Having passed through St Germain Beaupré, head on to the medieval town of La Souterraine, the way signalled by scallop shell signs right up to St Jean Gate and Nôtre Dame Church. The next portion of the route follows the Gartempe Valley, guiding you to Le Grand Bourg, then to Bénévent l’Abbaye, the only parish in the Limousin Region awarded the prestigious Petite Cité de Caractère label. Admire the town’s imposing 12th-century abbey church.
- Highest point
- 484 m
- Endpoint
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Bénévent l'Abbaye
- Height profile
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- Equipment
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A bike in good condition and well equipped helps to ensure your safety and that of other road users.
Before you leave:
Make sure that the bike is in perfect mechanical condition, not to mention the tires and brakes. Make sure that the bike is correctly adjusted to your body shape Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended Take a repair kit with you Remember that the Highway Traffic Act applies to cyclists in all circumstances Never drive more than two lanes at a time and pull into a single lane when traffic conditions require. Respect other users as you would like them to respect you Choose a route adapted to your physical abilities Inform your family and friends of your itineraryFind out about the weather conditions A first aid kit is not essential, but can be very useful Be informed and keep the emergency numbers. Respect the environment by not throwing your waste on the side of the road If you have to return at nightfall, make sure you see and also be seen. - Safety instructions
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Emergency number: 112
- Additional information
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Monts et Vallées Ouest Creuse Tourist offices :
Dun le Palestel office
81 Grande Rue 23800
DUN LE PALESTEL
Phone : + 33 (0)5 55 89 24 61La Souterraine office
Place de la gare
23000 LA SOUTERRAINE
Phone : +33 (0)5 55 89 23 61Bénévent-l’Abbaye office
2 rue du Marché
23210 BENEVENT L’ABBAYE
Phone: + 33 (0)5 55 62 68 35Don't miss :
Crozant: the fortress ruins dominating the meanders in the Creuse and Sédelle Rivers. La Souterraine: this little medieval town conceals many treasures, like the church, its crypt and the town fortifications… Bénévent l’Abbaye: experience Le Scénovision, a stirring show about the areaBicycle rental and repair :
“Roulez facile”
25 rue Saint Jacques
23300 LA SOUTERRAINE - Public transportation
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