Cycling in Plumeliau

Cycling guide to Plumeliau

Plumeliau in Brittany, France, serves as a base for two loop routes ranging from 52 to 81 km. These routes pass numerous small settlements such as Saint-Nicolas des Eaux and Mûr-de-Bretagne, covering various rural areas within the region. Riders can experience moderate climbing, with elevation gains of 493m on the shorter loop and 622m on the longer one. The larger loop includes a significant climb starting at 31.5 km that rises 117m over 2.2 km at an average gradient of 5.4%. The smaller loop features a climb early on, beginning 0.3 km into the route, with a rise of 86m over 2 km at 4.4% average gradient. These rides provide different distances and levels of challenge around Plumeliau, all located within France's Brittany region.

Best time to ride

July is recorded with temperatures of 21°C for the shorter loop and 27°C for the longer loop, indicating summer as the recommended season for cycling in Plumeliau.

Terrain

The terrain includes rolling countryside with climbs that reach top elevations of 159m and 292m. Typical gradients for moderate climbs range from 4.4% to 5.4%, with maximum slopes up to 11.7%. The routes mainly consist of continuous climbing and descending sections but no high mountain passes.