Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts, a region in the Doubs department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, is situated within the Jura Mountains. This area features a varied topography, combining plains with the Essarts hillside, offering diverse natural landscapes. The broader region is characterized by bare ridges, spruce and deciduous forests, pastures, and numerous lakes and streams, providing a setting for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts exploring Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts will find a range…
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4.6
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358
hikers
12.5km
03:31
240m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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69
hikers
21.5km
05:49
300m
300m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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13.9km
04:07
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
6.90km
01:59
160m
170m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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19
riders
39.9km
03:32
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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56
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60.6km
04:05
1,120m
1,120m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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53.1km
03:36
820m
820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

6
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63.3km
04:52
1,280m
1,280m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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5
runners
13.8km
01:40
410m
410m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly runnable paths. Some sure-footedness required.

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runners
23.8km
03:18
920m
920m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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6.07km
00:39
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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15.8km
01:40
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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176
riders
47.9km
04:13
960m
960m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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25
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34.3km
03:01
650m
650m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

14
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96.6km
09:26
2,370m
2,370m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

3.0
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8
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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90
riders
36.5km
02:50
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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87
riders
47.2km
04:10
970m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.4
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212
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
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39
riders
58.2km
04:39
1,240m
1,240m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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38
riders
48.9km
02:11
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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73.6km
03:50
1,260m
1,260m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

35
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65.8km
02:56
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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27
riders
64.6km
03:22
930m
930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts, located in the Jura Mountains, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and gravel biking. The region's varied topography supports diverse routes for different interests.
The area features a combination of plains and the Essarts hillside, characteristic of the Jura Mountains. Natural elements include bare ridges, spruce and deciduous forests, pastures, and peat bogs. Numerous lakes and streams also crisscross the landscape.
Yes, komoot offers a dedicated guide for hiking in the area. This guide provides information on various trails suitable for exploring the local terrain. More details can be found in the Hiking around Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts guide.
Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts caters to various cycling disciplines. Options include mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. Specific komoot guides are available for each of these activities to help plan routes.
Mountain biking trails are available throughout Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts, utilizing the region's varied terrain. A comprehensive guide detailing these routes is accessible. Consult the MTB Trails around Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts guide for more information.
The region features cultural and natural points of interest. Visitors can observe typical farms and 'pierres dressées' (standing stones). A panoramic view is available at the Barrière de Girodey, and routes lead to the Pas de Saint-André and the Grotte des Dames Vertes.
Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts has attracted more than 13,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. Routes in the area have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars. This indicates a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Yes, komoot provides a guide specifically for running and jogging routes in the area. This resource can assist in finding suitable paths for these activities. Explore the Running Trails around Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts guide for details.
Road cycling routes are available, utilizing the region's roads and scenic landscapes. Komoot offers a dedicated guide to help cyclists discover these paths. Refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts guide for route options.
The Mairie (Town Hall) of Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts can be contacted at 03 81 44 42 04. The Mairie typically operates on Monday and Tuesday mornings from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, and on Thursday afternoons from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Gravel biking is an available activity, leveraging the diverse terrain of the region. Komoot provides a guide to assist in finding suitable gravel biking routes. The Gravel biking around Les Plains-Et-Grands-Essarts guide offers more information.

