Things to Do around Doullens

Doullens offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and jogging. The region features rolling agricultural lands, gentle hills, and historical woodlands, providing diverse terrain for exploration. There are more than 90 routes available on komoot for these sports.

Doullens has a historical connection to road cycling, featuring the 'côte de Doullens' from early Paris-Roubaix races. The area's gentle hills and varied terrain are suitable for road cyclists. Komoot lists 43 road cycling routes in the region, with more information available in the Road Cycling Routes around Doullens guide.

Hiking trails in Doullens traverse undulating countryside and historical woodlands, often integrating historical elements and rural villages. Routes range from easy paths to more challenging hikes. Examples include the Lucheux Castle loop, which is approximately 7.2 miles (11.6 km) long. More details are in the Hiking around Doullens guide.

Doullens offers mountain biking trails that wind through natural and heritage landscapes. These trails can be found in areas like the Forest of Lucheux. Komoot features 12 mountain biking routes in the region, and a dedicated MTB Trails around Doullens guide is available.

Touring cyclists can utilize the region's network of roads and quieter routes through agricultural and wooded areas. Greenways, such as those converted from old railway lines, provide unpaved sections for relaxed cycling. Cycling along the Authie valley allows for exploration of nature and historical sites. The Cycling around Doullens guide offers further information.

Doullens features several significant historical sites. The Citadel of Doullens is one of France's oldest fortified sites, with a history spanning five centuries. The early 17th-century Belfry is also notable, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Surrounding villages like Lucheux also offer medieval castle remains.

The moderate changes in altitude across the Doullens landscape make many routes accessible for various fitness levels, including families. Greenways and paths through agricultural areas offer relaxed cycling and walking options. Specific routes for families can be identified by checking their difficulty ratings on komoot.

Doullens is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 700 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's routes have received an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 stars from over 140 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.

Komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Doullens. These include Road Cycling Routes around Doullens, MTB Trails around Doullens, Cycling around Doullens, Hiking around Doullens, and Running Trails around Doullens.

For official inquiries regarding Doullens, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted. The official website is mairie-doullens.fr. The phone number for the Mairie of Doullens is 03 22 77 00 07.

The terrain in Doullens is characterized by rolling agricultural lands, gentle hills, and historical woodlands. It is situated in the green and basin-rich Authie Valley, at the confluence of the Grouche and Authie rivers. This varied landscape provides options for different skill levels and activity types.