Cize is a commune in the Ain department of eastern France, characterized by diverse landscapes that provide a setting for outdoor activities. The region features the Ain Gorges with limestone cliffs and varied vegetation, alongside a karst landscape of deep ledges, woodlands, and grasslands. The Ain River carves through this terrain, creating opportunities for waterside activities and scenic routes. This geographical composition supports several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Cize…
72
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Average rating
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4.7
(59)
211
hikers
8.79km
02:45
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(24)
109
hikers
13.8km
04:20
520m
520m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
hikers
20.1km
05:59
620m
620m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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215
hikers
10.0km
03:05
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
runners
8.12km
01:04
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
runners
10.8km
01:23
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
runners
9.99km
01:21
370m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
11.0km
01:19
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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60
riders
38.7km
03:44
830m
830m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.3
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38
riders
38.8km
03:38
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
33.0km
02:59
630m
640m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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32
riders
45.9km
04:26
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
riders
61.7km
03:05
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
127km
06:23
1,800m
1,800m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
13.2km
00:45
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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23
riders
22.8km
01:28
250m
260m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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24
riders
34.0km
03:12
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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15
riders
21.6km
01:35
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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19
riders
38.1km
03:35
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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13
riders
44.9km
03:03
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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2
riders
23.8km
01:38
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
29.1km
02:06
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Cize offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscapes, such as the Ain Gorges and karst formations, provide varied terrain for exploration. More than 10 routes are available across these sports.
Cize features diverse terrain, including the Ain Gorges with limestone cliffs and varied vegetation. The geological makeup is characterized by a karst landscape with deep limestone ledges, woodlands, and grasslands. The Ain River also carves through the area, creating waterside routes.
Cize offers several hiking trails that descend into the Ain Valley, traverse the gorges, and pass through picturesque villages. Routes near Cize-Bolozon provide views of the Ain River and the ruins of Montdidier Castle. Detailed information on hiking routes is available in the Hiking around Cize guide.
The Cize region provides mountain biking trails catering to various skill levels. One notable route is Mountain Biking Circuit n°25 (red), which starts from Cize and leads under the Jarbonnet rocks and Berranger cliffs. This circuit includes a grand tour of Val de Buenc and returns via the dinosaur trail. Further routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Cize guide.
Road cyclists can explore picturesque landscapes in Cize, with routes offering varied terrain. A suggested loop, 'Le Viaduc de Cize-Bolozon,' provides a moderate 13.5-mile (21.7-kilometer) ride with scenic views of the historic viaduct and the Ain Valley. More road cycling options are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Cize guide.
Cize offers several routes suitable for jogging, allowing exploration of the region's natural beauty. These routes often follow paths through the Ain Valley and along the gorges. Information on specific jogging paths is available in the Running Trails around Cize guide.
Key natural features include the Ain Gorges, characterized by staggering limestone cliffs and diverse vegetation. The Cize-Bolozon Viaduct is an impressive historical construction over the Ain River, offering picturesque views. High points like the Rochers de Jarbonnet and Mont Balvay provide panoramic vistas.
Cize is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 12,000 visitors exploring its routes. The 19 available routes have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users who have experienced the region's outdoor offerings.
Komoot offers several guides for Cize, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Cize, Running Trails around Cize, MTB Trails around Cize, Road Cycling Routes around Cize, Cycling around Cize, and Gravel biking around Cize.
Official information for the commune of Cize can be found on its municipal website. The official website is cize.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (Town Hall) of Cize can be reached by phone at 04 74 42 90 42.
Yes, Cize offers several locations with panoramic views. High points such as the Rochers de Jarbonnet and Mont Balvay provide extensive vistas of the surrounding landscape. The Cize-Bolozon Viaduct also offers picturesque views over the Ain River and valley.

