Saint-Didier-En-Velay is a region located in the Haute-Loire department of France, within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The area is characterized by diverse natural landscapes, including distinctive volcanic formations, deep river gorges such as the Gorges de la Loire, and extensive forested areas. Rolling hills and open countryside also define the terrain, providing varied environments suitable for outdoor activities. These geographical features contribute to a range of experiences for several sports like road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
83
Routes
4.1
(82)
Average rating
975
People visited

4.5
(10)
100
riders
47.4km
02:16
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

47
riders
55.9km
02:49
900m
900m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(1)
31
riders
76.6km
03:59
1,410m
1,410m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

30
riders
55.5km
03:05
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.4
(5)
34
hikers
10.8km
03:08
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(6)
15
hikers
10.3km
02:55
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
10
hikers
8.06km
02:22
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
hikers
11.8km
03:29
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(6)
39
riders
54.0km
03:38
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
riders
39.9km
03:44
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
riders
43.5km
04:07
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
8
riders
19.8km
01:22
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
runners
23.6km
02:43
550m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(2)
28
runners
10.4km
01:14
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
57
runners
15.1km
01:44
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
9.08km
00:58
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(5)
18
riders
20.3km
01:51
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(3)
10
riders
20.2km
01:46
440m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
(7)
8
riders
17.4km
01:34
380m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
28.9km
02:28
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4
riders
37.7km
03:26
840m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
60.5km
04:59
1,220m
1,220m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
30.0km
02:20
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(1)
4
riders
28.8km
02:29
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Didier-En-Velay offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse natural landscapes such as volcanic formations, river gorges, and forests, providing varied terrain for exploration. Over 160 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.34 stars.
Yes, Saint-Didier-En-Velay has 9 dedicated road cycling routes. These routes often feature significant elevation gains and expansive views, traversing volcanic landscapes and river gorges. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Didier-En-Velay guide.
Saint-Didier-En-Velay offers 52 mountain biking trails. The varied terrain, including forests, hills, and gorges, provides suitable conditions for mountain biking. Consult the MTB Trails around Saint-Didier-En-Velay guide for detailed route information.
There are 59 jogging and running trails in Saint-Didier-En-Velay. These routes often feature gentle hills and open countryside, with both paved and unpaved surfaces. Trails pass through rural areas and small villages, offering a tranquil setting for runners. Find more details in the Running Trails around Saint-Didier-En-Velay guide.
Yes, Saint-Didier-En-Velay provides 23 hiking routes. These trails allow for exploration of the region's diverse natural environments, including forests and river valleys. The Hiking around Saint-Didier-En-Velay guide offers comprehensive information on available paths.
The region is characterized by distinctive volcanic landscapes, deep river gorges like the Gorges de la Loire, and extensive forests. Other notable features include the Lignon Gorges and the Passerelle des Gorges du Lignon (Himalayan footbridge). The Semène River Valley also offers scenic routes.
Saint-Didier-En-Velay features a total of 168 routes across various outdoor sports. These routes have received more than 1,000 ratings from over 10,000 visitors. The average rating for all routes in the region is 4.34 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region. These include guides for Road Cycling, Running, Mountain Biking, Touring Cycling, Hiking, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Saint-Didier-En-Velay is st-didier-en-velay.fr. This website provides general information about the commune and its services.
The Mairie (Town Hall) of Saint-Didier-En-Velay can be contacted by phone at +33471611407. For general inquiries, an email can be sent to accueil@saint-didier.com.
Yes, Saint-Didier-En-Velay offers 25 touring cycling routes. These routes allow cyclists to explore the region's diverse landscapes at a more leisurely pace. The Cycling around Saint-Didier-En-Velay guide provides further details on these options.
Yes, gravel biking is an available activity in Saint-Didier-En-Velay. The region's varied terrain, including forests and countryside, is suitable for gravel routes. Information on these routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Saint-Didier-en-Velay guide.

