Brienne, a region in the Aube department of France, is characterized by the expansive Grands Lacs de Champagne and the surrounding Forêt d'Orient Regional Natural Park. This area features a diverse landscape of artificial lakes, dense woodlands, and open fields, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The natural environment supports a range of activities, including several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
The Brienne region offers 9 routes across several…
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74
riders
147km
08:53
350m
350m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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53.8km
03:08
240m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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14.5km
01:00
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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19
riders
37.9km
03:21
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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42.3km
02:22
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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42.1km
02:26
130m
130m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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68.9km
05:46
1,190m
1,190m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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15
riders
77.3km
03:38
950m
950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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44.5km
01:51
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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44.2km
02:00
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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47.0km
01:53
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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8
hikers
9.12km
02:20
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
7.53km
01:55
20m
20m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
5.56km
01:27
40m
40m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
5.06km
01:21
60m
60m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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runners
9.54km
01:02
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
9.62km
01:00
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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8.67km
00:54
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

3
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12.1km
01:18
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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The Brienne region offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Jogging. The area features 9 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from more than 3,000 visitors.
Yes, the Brienne region provides opportunities for mountain biking, particularly within the Forêt d'Orient. The varied terrain around the lakes is suitable for off-road cycling. More information on routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Brienne guide.
Brienne offers extensive greenways and routes around the Grands Lacs de Champagne, suitable for road cycling. These paths often feature views of the lakes and forests. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Brienne guide.
Touring cyclists can explore the well-signposted greenways connecting Troyes to the Grands Lacs de Champagne. Routes like the "Circuits des 3 lacs de la Forêt d'Orient" offer dedicated cycling experiences. The Cycling around Brienne guide provides further options.
The Brienne region features numerous hiking trails, including paths around the Grands Lacs de Champagne and within the Forêt d'Orient Regional Natural Park. A popular option is the 9.2-mile (14.8 km) loop trail around Lake Amance. The Hiking around Brienne guide lists various routes.
The defining natural features are the Grands Lacs de Champagne, which include Lac d'Orient, Lac Amance, and Lac du Temple. These lakes are situated within the Forêt d'Orient Regional Natural Park, known for its diverse forests and wildlife.
The region's extensive network of greenways around the lakes provides generally flat and accessible paths suitable for families. These routes are ideal for touring cycling and leisurely walks. Specific family-friendly options can be found within the various sport guides.
Komoot offers several guides for the Brienne region, including MTB Trails around Brienne, Road Cycling Routes around Brienne, Cycling around Brienne, Hiking around Brienne, and Running Trails around Brienne.
The Brienne region has attracted more than 3,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The 9 available routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Brienne-le-Château has historical significance due to its association with Napoleon Bonaparte. Visitors can explore sites such as the Napoleon Museum and the Château. The town's historic streets also offer a glimpse into its past.
The official tourist information for the Brienne region is provided by the Office de Tourisme des Grands Lacs de Champagne. Their official website is grandslacsdechampagne.fr.
The Office de Tourisme des Grands Lacs de Champagne can be contacted by phone. The phone number for tourist inquiries is +33 3 25 92 82 41.

