Villargoix, a region nestled within the Morvan Regional Natural Park in Burgundy, France, presents a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by rolling hills, dense mixed forests like the Bois de Villargoix, and picturesque water features including the Étang de la Bize, the Baigne valley, and the Saulieu stream. This varied terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Villargoix offers a…
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Average rating
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3
riders
71.8km
03:25
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51
riders
56.2km
02:42
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
42.6km
02:00
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
38.3km
01:47
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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31
hikers
6.02km
01:38
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
5.48km
01:28
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
hikers
7.14km
02:01
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
8.90km
02:24
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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39
riders
49.9km
03:11
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
62.0km
03:59
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
35.0km
02:09
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
43.0km
02:47
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
riders
51.8km
04:21
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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20
riders
45.8km
03:50
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
75.4km
06:30
1,120m
1,120m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
riders
34.0km
03:01
620m
620m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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46
riders
74.0km
04:54
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
55.0km
04:07
840m
840m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
runners
7.61km
00:52
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.79km
00:44
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
18.1km
02:03
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
9.24km
01:03
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Villargoix, located within the Morvan Regional Natural Park, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 10 routes with an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars.
The Villargoix region features varied terrain, including rolling hills and dense mixed forests like the Bois de Villargoix. It also includes picturesque water features such as the Étang de la Bize, the Baigne valley, and the Saulieu stream. This landscape provides diverse experiences for different outdoor sports.
Yes, Villargoix offers road cycling routes that wind through quiet country roads. The Morvan region, where Villargoix is situated, includes challenging ascents like Col de la Croix Pilate and Col de la Gourdonne. Find specific options in the Road Cycling Routes around Villargoix guide.
Villargoix, as part of the Morvan Regional Natural Park, provides access to numerous marked hiking trails. The broader Morvan boasts 1500 km of trails, ranging from easy lakeside strolls to more strenuous treks. Explore options in the Hiking around Villargoix guide.
The Morvan region is known for mountain biking, featuring the Grande Traversée du Morvan (GTM) with over 400 km of diverse tracks. These routes are also suitable for gravel bikes, offering paths through forests and along lakes. Discover trails in the MTB Trails around Villargoix and Gravel biking around Villargoix guides.
Villargoix is characterized by rolling hills, dense mixed forests, and several water features. The Étang de la Bize (Bize Pond), the Baigne valley, and the Saulieu stream are notable local features. The wider Morvan Park includes larger lakes like Lac des Settons and Lac de Pannecière.
Spring and autumn are recommended for road cycling in the Villargoix region. During these seasons, the conditions are generally favorable for exploring the quiet country roads and scenic landscapes of the Morvan Regional Natural Park.
Villargoix is a recognized destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 2,700 visitors having explored the region. The available routes have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience.
Komoot offers several guides for Villargoix, covering various sports. These include Road Cycling Routes around Villargoix, Hiking around Villargoix, MTB Trails around Villargoix, Cycling around Villargoix, Running Trails around Villargoix, and Gravel biking around Villargoix.
For local inquiries, the Villargoix Mairie (town hall) can be reached at 03 80 64 02 34. The Office de Tourisme of Saulieu, a nearby town, also provides visitor information and can be contacted at 03 80 64 00 21.
Yes, Villargoix and the surrounding Morvan Regional Natural Park offer routes suitable for touring cycling. The park features quiet country roads and manageable rolling climbs, making it accessible for various skill levels. A dedicated guide for Cycling around Villargoix is available.
The Morvan Regional Natural Park, which encompasses Villargoix, features peaks reaching around 900 meters. Notable summits include Haut-Folin and Mont Beuvray, which stands at 821 meters. These provide varied elevation for outdoor activities.

