Montenay, a commune in the Mayenne department of Pays de la Loire in northwest France, is characterized by its rural setting and distinct bocage landscape. This interwoven pattern of woodlands, pastures, and hedgerows, along with the Ernée River valley, provides a tranquil and scenic environment. The area's diverse terrain, from gentle riverbanks to undulating hills, makes it suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, jogging, and more.
Montenay offers more than 10…
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15
hikers
13.0km
03:35
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
14.0km
03:44
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
hikers
7.90km
02:08
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
hikers
10.9km
02:53
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
riders
49.3km
03:27
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
31.6km
02:22
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
26.9km
01:54
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
90.9km
06:02
840m
840m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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19
riders
101km
04:59
1,230m
1,230m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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13
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51.0km
02:19
520m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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29.6km
01:31
360m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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8
riders
28.8km
01:13
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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34
runners
17.2km
01:56
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.9km
01:34
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.35km
00:54
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
9.60km
01:06
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
riders
30.8km
01:58
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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31.3km
01:56
300m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
11.2km
00:54
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
20.9km
01:35
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Montenay offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features 12 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.38 stars from more than 1,400 visitors.
Montenay provides road cycling opportunities along the "Vélo Francette" and greenways converted from old railway lines. These routes offer largely flat, traffic-free experiences. More details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Montenay guide.
Yes, Montenay's road cycling routes, particularly those along the Mayenne River's towpaths and greenways, are largely flat and traffic-free. These conditions are suitable for leisurely rides and beginners.
The terrain for road cycling in Montenay is characterized by its "bocage" landscape, with routes often following riverside towpaths and greenways. These sections are generally flat, offering a smooth cycling experience.
While specific dedicated mountain biking trails within Montenay are not extensively detailed, the wider Mayenne department offers diverse terrain. This includes rolling hills and forests suitable for mountain biking. Consult the MTB Trails around Montenay guide for more information.
Montenay is well-equipped for hikers, with numerous "Circuits de randonnée" (hiking trails) throughout the commune and its surroundings. These trails often follow the picturesque Ernée river and wind through the local bocage and hilly areas. The Hiking around Montenay guide offers detailed options.
Yes, the largely flat and traffic-free sections of the "Vélo Francette" and greenways are suitable for family cycling outings. Hiking trails of varying difficulty also cater to different fitness levels, including easier routes for families.
Montenay's natural features include the rural "bocage" landscape, characterized by woodlands, pastures, and hedgerows. The Ernée River carves a valley through the area, and a 2.5-hectare communal lake provides peaceful waterside settings.
Montenay is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,400 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Montenay, including Road Cycling Routes around Montenay, MTB Trails around Montenay, Hiking around Montenay, Running Trails around Montenay, and Cycling around Montenay.
The official website for the Mairie de Montenay (Town Hall of Montenay) is montenay.net. The phone number for the Mairie de Montenay is 02 43 05 17 65.

