Jaux is a commune located in the Oise department within the Hauts-de-France region, offering diverse landscapes and natural features. The area's terrain, ranging from relatively flat sections to gently rolling inclines, makes it suitable for several outdoor activities. Its proximity to the vast Compiègne Forest and various water bodies provides varied backdrops for outdoor pursuits. This environment supports sports like road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Jaux provides more than 100 routes…
95
Routes
4.5
(154)
Average rating
1975
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5.0
(11)
250
runners
10.8km
01:09
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
23.1km
02:23
50m
50m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
24.0km
02:53
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
7.93km
00:50
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(16)
164
riders
47.6km
01:57
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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52
riders
60.2km
02:36
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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83
riders
28.5km
01:09
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(4)
21
riders
51.8km
02:30
260m
260m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.6
(7)
113
riders
52.3km
04:44
660m
660m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.2
(6)
125
riders
50.8km
04:03
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

61
riders
84.7km
07:10
1,050m
1,050m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(3)
67
riders
60.9km
04:57
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.4
(7)
29
riders
141km
08:27
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
19
riders
44.3km
03:37
250m
250m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(2)
8
riders
37.5km
02:25
180m
180m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2.0
(2)
10
riders
45.7km
02:57
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
30
hikers
9.59km
02:25
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
hikers
9.83km
02:31
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
3.50km
00:58
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
hikers
6.47km
01:38
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
5
riders
36.1km
02:21
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
42.1km
02:53
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
20.6km
01:28
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
41.4km
02:24
390m
390m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Jaux offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region has 119 routes, with over 6,000 visitors rating them an average of 4.51 out of 5 stars. These activities utilize the diverse landscapes around Jaux, including the Compiègne Forest.
Jaux provides 51 dedicated road cycling routes. These routes often utilize the region's network of roads, offering options for various skill levels. More information and specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Jaux guide. The area's relatively flat and gently rolling terrain is suitable for road cyclists.
Yes, Jaux features 13 mountain biking trails. Routes like the "Sainte-Périne Pond – Single des Lorrains loop" (38.1 miles / 61.4 km with 1,739 feet / 530 m elevation gain) offer moderate challenges. For easier options, the "Bird Sanctuary loop" (11.7 miles / 18.8 km) is available. Detailed trails are listed in the MTB Trails around Jaux guide.
Jaux offers 19 jogging routes, suitable for trail running and walking. The natural features and quieter roads, often integrated into cycling routes, provide pleasant environments for joggers. The area also hosts organized running events like "La Jaux-viale," which includes 5 km and 9 km trail runs. Find more options in the Running Trails around Jaux guide.
Jaux serves as a starting point for 25 touring cycling routes, allowing exploration of the wider Oise department. The region's generally flat to gently rolling terrain is conducive to touring. Cyclists can customize rides and explore the area, with more details in the Cycling around Jaux guide.
There are 11 hiking routes available in Jaux. These trails often traverse natural areas and quieter paths, providing opportunities for walking and exploring the local landscape. The Compiègne Forest, near Jaux, offers extensive networks of paths suitable for hiking. Specific routes can be found in the Hiking around Jaux guide.
Jaux is near the vast Compiègne Forest, which offers extensive paths and shaded routes. Within the forest, the Beaux Monts Viewpoint provides an exceptional perspective. Historical sites like the Saint-Jean-aux-Bois Abbey and Fortified Gate, and the Château de Compiègne, add cultural discovery to outdoor pursuits.
Yes, Jaux offers opportunities for gravel biking. The diverse terrain around the region, including paths within the Compiègne Forest, is suitable for gravel bikes. More information on routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Jaux guide.
Jaux offers routes for various skill levels. Mountain biking trails range from easier options like the "Bird Sanctuary loop" to moderate challenges requiring good fitness. Road cycling and touring routes benefit from the region's generally flat to gently rolling terrain, accommodating both leisurely rides and more challenging circuits.
Komoot offers several guides for Jaux, including Road Cycling Routes around Jaux, Running Trails around Jaux, and MTB Trails around Jaux. Additional guides cover Cycling around Jaux, Hiking around Jaux, and Gravel biking around Jaux.
Jaux is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 119 routes available in the region have received an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users exploring Jaux's outdoor offerings.
The official website for the Mairie de Jaux (Town Hall) is https://www.jaux.fr/. The phone number for the Mairie de Jaux is +33 3 44 83 40 05. These resources can provide further local information.

