Saint-Thurin is a region in the Loire department, within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, characterized by its diverse natural landscapes that support a range of outdoor activities. The area features varied terrain, including wide forest paths, rocky footpaths, and high-altitude meadows, characteristic of the broader Forez region and the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park. This environment provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Saint-Thurin area offers several routes for outdoor…
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54
hikers
7.85km
02:25
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
8.67km
02:36
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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5.89km
01:53
250m
250m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
2.33km
00:42
80m
80m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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42
runners
34.8km
04:30
1,110m
1,110m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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9.30km
01:12
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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12.5km
01:25
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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11.4km
01:15
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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28
riders
46.5km
02:26
880m
880m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

17
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48.5km
02:30
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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76.7km
04:11
1,560m
1,560m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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31.5km
01:29
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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18
riders
38.3km
03:42
940m
940m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

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48.2km
04:23
1,210m
1,220m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

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20.2km
01:55
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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86.8km
08:01
2,060m
2,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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20
riders
30.3km
02:46
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

16
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34.5km
03:13
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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27.0km
02:30
640m
640m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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31.0km
02:53
640m
640m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Saint-Thurin, now part of Vêtre-sur-Anzon, offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for various skill levels. More than 2,000 visitors have explored routes in the area.
Hiking trails in Saint-Thurin range from wide forest paths to narrow, rocky footpaths and high-altitude meadows. Notable areas include the Hautes-Chaumes, the Loire Gorges, and the Bois Noirs forest. Hikers can find more information in the Hiking around Saint-Thurin guide.
Yes, Saint-Thurin offers road cycling routes with varied terrain, including passes like the Col du Béal and Ladret Cross Pass. These routes provide scenic views of cliffs and pine forests on uncrowded roads. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Thurin guide.
The Bois Noirs massif, near Saint-Thurin, offers extensive mountain biking opportunities with numerous signposted trails. This area, combined with Ambert-Crêtes du Forez, forms one of France's largest mountain biking networks, with nearly 1,720 miles (2,780 km) of trails. The MTB Trails around Saint-Thurin guide provides further details.
The region features diverse natural landscapes, including the Hautes-Chaumes, the Loire Gorges, and the Bois Noirs forest. The Béal Pass and Pierre Pamole, a granite peak, offer significant views of the Forez Mountains. These areas provide a mix of tranquil settings and challenging terrain.
The Saint-Thurin area, part of the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park, offers diverse trails suitable for various fitness levels. While specific family-friendly routes are not explicitly categorized, the range of wide forest paths and less challenging terrain can accommodate families. It is advisable to check individual route descriptions for suitability.
Saint-Thurin is a recognized destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 2,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users. There are 3 routes currently listed.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Thurin, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Saint-Thurin, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Thurin, Cycling around Saint-Thurin, MTB Trails around Saint-Thurin, and Running Trails around Saint-Thurin.
Saint-Thurin is now part of Vêtre-sur-Anzon. The official website for Vêtre-sur-Anzon is http://vetre-sur-anzon.fr. For direct contact, the main town hall in Saint-Julien-la-Vêtre can be reached at 04 77 97 81 47, or the annex town hall in Saint-Thurin at 04 77 97 91 10.
Yes, the region around Saint-Thurin is suitable for touring cycling, with varied terrain including forests and open fields. Routes can be found along the Loire River and across the Hautes-Chaumes. The Cycling around Saint-Thurin guide provides relevant information.
The terrain for hiking in Saint-Thurin is diverse, featuring wide forest paths, narrow, rocky footpaths, and high-altitude meadows. The region includes areas like the Hautes-Chaumes and the Bois Noirs massif, which peaks at 5,361 feet (1,634 meters) at Pierre-sur-Haute, offering varied elevation changes.

