Saint-Fons is a commune located near Lyon, France, characterized by a mix of urban development and accessible green spaces. While largely urbanized, the area benefits from its proximity to the Rhône River and larger natural landscapes within the Rhône-Alpes region. This geographical position provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more, blending local parkland with more extensive natural environments.
Saint-Fons offers a range of outdoor activities, with more than…
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4.4
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Average rating
2670
People visited

3.8
(10)
523
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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103
runners
8.43km
00:53
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
10.1km
01:08
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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88
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46
riders
52.9km
04:03
790m
790m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
riders
30.1km
02:12
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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37
riders
43.5km
03:29
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.1
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59
riders
36.2km
02:09
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
riders
56.0km
04:14
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
23.8km
01:55
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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52
hikers
12.0km
03:08
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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82
hikers
16.0km
04:12
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
hikers
8.27km
02:08
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
riders
68.7km
03:32
1,090m
1,090m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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65
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30
riders
37.6km
01:50
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

29
riders
71.1km
03:38
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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24
riders
86.7km
05:11
400m
400m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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73.1km
04:45
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42
riders
108km
05:31
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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20
riders
72.0km
05:16
1,130m
1,130m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Fons offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region has 19 routes available, with an average rating of 4.33 stars from more than 182,000 visitors. For detailed information, refer to the Hiking around Saint-Fons guide.
While Saint-Fons itself is largely urbanized, its location provides access to hiking opportunities in nearby natural areas. The Rhône River banks offer paths, and larger parks like Grand Parc Miribel Jonage are accessible. The Hiking around Saint-Fons guide provides specific route information.
Saint-Fons is a starting point for various road cycling routes, leveraging its proximity to the Rhône-Alpes region. The Rhône River banks offer flatter paths suitable for leisurely rides. More extensive routes can be found in the broader region. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Fons guide for specific options.
Saint-Fons itself has limited extensive natural landscapes for mountain biking due to its urban character. However, the broader Rhône-Alpes region, including areas like Pilat Natural Regional Park, offers extensive mountain biking trails. The MTB Trails around Saint-Fons guide details available routes.
Yes, Saint-Fons offers jogging routes within its dedicated green spaces such as Parc Louis Nicollin and Parc Victor Basch. Paths along the Rhône River also provide scenic environments for runners. The Running Trails around Saint-Fons guide lists specific routes.
From Saint-Fons, several natural areas are accessible. Grand Parc Miribel Jonage is about 15 minutes away, offering 5,400 acres (2,200 hectares) of nature. Pilat Natural Regional Park, less than 50 minutes by car, spans 160,000 acres (65,000 hectares) with numerous trails. The Monts d'Or also provide landscapes for exploration.
Outdoor activities in Saint-Fons are popular on komoot, with more than 182,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 stars across more than 8,500 ratings. This indicates a well-regarded selection of routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Fons to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Hiking around Saint-Fons, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Fons, MTB Trails around Saint-Fons, Running Trails around Saint-Fons, Cycling around Saint-Fons, and Gravel biking around Saint-Fons.
Yes, Saint-Fons offers touring cycling routes, often utilizing the riverine paths along the Rhône. These routes provide a pleasant environment for longer, more relaxed rides. The Cycling around Saint-Fons guide provides specific touring options.
The official website for the municipality of Saint-Fons is saint-fons.fr. For direct inquiries, the phone number for the Saint-Fons city hall is 04 72 09 20 20. These resources provide local information and services.
Gravel biking opportunities exist around Saint-Fons, utilizing a mix of paved and unpaved paths in the surrounding areas. These routes cater to riders seeking diverse terrain. The Gravel biking around Saint-Fons guide offers specific route suggestions.

