Essey-Lès-Nancy, a region in the Grand Est of France and part of the Métropole du Grand Nancy, offers a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. Situated near the confluence of the Moselle and Meurthe rivers, the area features prominent natural landmarks such as the Plateau de Malzéville, a classified Natura 2000 site, and the extensive Forêt de Haye. These natural features provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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118
hikers
10.8km
02:56
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.68km
01:14
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.2km
02:49
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.07km
01:33
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20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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412
runners
19.5km
02:30
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.0km
01:48
50m
50m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.71km
01:04
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.8km
01:15
140m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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251
riders
36.4km
01:28
160m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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43.0km
01:51
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

1.0
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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124
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149km
05:50
410m
410m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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3.9
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154
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24.5km
02:20
420m
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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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44
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10.9km
00:40
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.2km
01:38
140m
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
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4.77km
00:18
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20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
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11.2km
01:10
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.3km
01:59
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.4km
03:39
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.1km
01:10
60m
60m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
68.5km
05:30
1,060m
1,060m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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63.1km
03:53
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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59.3km
04:37
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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9
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25.3km
01:46
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Essey-Lès-Nancy offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 63 routes, which have been explored by more than 33,000 visitors. These routes hold an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars.
The Plateau de Malzéville is a popular area for hiking, offering well-maintained paths and panoramic views. The Forêt de Haye also provides extensive woodlands with numerous trails suitable for walks. For more options, explore the Hiking around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide.
Yes, the Forêt de Haye, an extensive forest of over 11,000 hectares, offers numerous runnable paths for jogging and trail running. Komoot lists 16 jogging routes in the area. Further details can be found in the Running Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide.
Essey-Lès-Nancy provides options for Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The area around the confluence of the Moselle and Meurthe rivers features a bike path loop. Various routes cater to different skill levels, from leisurely rides to challenging singletracks.
Yes, komoot offers a dedicated guide for road cyclists. The Road Cycling Routes around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide details 8 routes. The broader Meurthe-et-Moselle department also encourages cycling with various routes.
Mountain biking is a well-established activity in the region, with trails winding through extensive forests and natural areas. Komoot lists 9 mountain biking routes. The MTB Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide provides further details on these options.
Key natural landmarks include the Plateau de Malzéville, a Natura 2000 classified site offering panoramic views of the Meurthe valley. The extensive Forêt de Haye, spanning over 11,000 hectares, is another significant natural asset. The confluence of the Moselle and Meurthe rivers also contributes to the diverse landscape.
The region offers routes suitable for various difficulty levels. The Plateau de Malzéville has well-maintained paths ideal for easy walks. For specific beginner-friendly options, consulting the komoot guides for each sport can help identify suitable routes.
Essey-Lès-Nancy is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 33,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 63 available routes have received over 2,900 ratings, averaging 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Essey-Lès-Nancy, Running Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy, Road Cycling Routes around Essey-Lès-Nancy, MTB Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy, Cycling around Essey-Lès-Nancy, and Gravel biking around Essey-Lès-Nancy.
For official information about the municipality, visit the official website at esseylesnancy.fr. The Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted by phone at +33383183000 for general inquiries.

