Puy-Malsignat is a region in the Creuse department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, characterized by its preserved natural environment and gentle reliefs. The landscape features a hilly and wooded countryside with large wooded areas, small plots, and hedgerows, offering a tranquil setting for outdoor pursuits. Associated with the Millevaches Regional Natural Park, the area provides a diverse terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Puy-Malsignat offers more than 10…
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Average rating
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3.7
(10)
36
hikers
7.87km
02:14
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
17
hikers
10.3km
02:44
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
12.2km
03:21
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
11.3km
03:07
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12.0km
00:46
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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106
riders
78.1km
04:49
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
32.4km
02:07
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36
runners
8.71km
01:01
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
runners
25.4km
03:01
700m
700m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
7.66km
00:53
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
6.13km
00:39
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
71.8km
03:28
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
65.3km
03:00
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
33.7km
01:44
440m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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4
riders
36.8km
01:58
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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7
riders
33.7km
02:45
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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5
riders
24.2km
01:56
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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8
riders
43.6km
03:35
790m
790m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

2.0
(1)
7
riders
42.7km
03:48
760m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Puy-Malsignat offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Road cycling. The region features 13 routes, which have received an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars from more than 1,000 visitors. The landscape provides diverse terrain for various skill levels.
Puy-Malsignat is suitable for touring cycling due to its less busy roads and picturesque countryside. The area offers 6 dedicated touring bicycle routes. More information on these routes can be found in the Cycling around Puy-Malsignat guide.
The region provides numerous marked hiking trails. A notable route is the Jean Petit Circuit, a 7.6-mile (12.3 km) loop with 663 feet (202 meters) of elevation gain. This circuit showcases local villages, ponds, and wooded areas. Further hiking options are detailed in the Hiking around Puy-Malsignat guide.
Puy-Malsignat offers mountain biking opportunities with both gentle and more technical circuits. The broader Creuse department, including the Monts de Guéret, provides numerous marked trails for all skill levels. Details on available routes are in the MTB Trails around Puy-Malsignat guide.
The abundance of trails and paths in the Creuse department makes Puy-Malsignat suitable for jogging. The Jean Petit Circuit, a 7.6-mile (12.3 km) loop, is one option for runners. A dedicated resource for running routes is available in the Running Trails around Puy-Malsignat guide.
Puy-Malsignat is characterized by a preserved natural environment with gentle reliefs, hilly and wooded countryside, and hedgerows. Key natural features include Pinaud Pond, recognized for its ecological significance, and its association with the Millevaches Regional Natural Park, known for moors and water sources.
Yes, Puy-Malsignat offers options suitable for families. The region provides easy family walks for hikers and less challenging mountain bike routes. The gentle terrain and varied landscapes cater to different ages and fitness levels.
Outdoor routes in Puy-Malsignat are well-regarded on komoot, with more than 1,000 visitors having explored the area. The 13 available routes have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars, based on 110 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Puy-Malsignat, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Puy-Malsignat, Hiking around Puy-Malsignat, Running Trails around Puy-Malsignat, MTB Trails around Puy-Malsignat, and Road Cycling Routes around Puy-Malsignat.
The Mairie de Puy-Malsignat (Town Hall) can be contacted for local inquiries. The phone number is +33555833095. Information about the broader region is also available through the Communauté de Communes Marche et Combraille en Aquitaine.
Puy-Malsignat offers road cycling opportunities, with 2 specific routes available. The less busy roads provide a suitable environment for road cyclists to explore the picturesque countryside. Further details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Puy-Malsignat guide.
The region features gentle reliefs, but trails can still include elevation changes. For example, the Jean Petit Circuit, a 7.6-mile (12.3 km) hiking route, has a total positive elevation of 663 feet (202 meters). The maximum altitude on this circuit is 1,942 feet (592 meters).

