Frontenaud is a rural village located in Saône-et-Loire, within the Southern Bresse Bourguignonne region of Burgundy-Franche-Comté. The area is characterized by a mosaic of agricultural lands, small forests, and waterways, including the Gizia river. This geographical setting provides a tranquil backdrop for various outdoor activities, supporting several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more. Frontenaud's position at the crossroads of the Ain, Jura, and Saône-et-Loire departments contributes to its diverse natural environment.
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4.1
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Average rating
658
People visited

3.0
(1)
124
runners
8.25km
00:51
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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52
runners
2.86km
00:18
10m
10m
Easy run. Mostly paved surfaces.

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13
runners
9.39km
00:59
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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12
runners
9.87km
01:02
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.7
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25
hikers
6.83km
01:47
50m
50m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

9
hikers
6.21km
01:37
40m
40m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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4
hikers
7.19km
01:51
40m
40m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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5
hikers
4.33km
01:07
30m
30m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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4.0
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37
riders
51.3km
02:32
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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26
riders
51.8km
03:02
990m
990m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
53.1km
02:15
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

12
riders
40.2km
02:17
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.1
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22
riders
27.8km
01:57
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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15
riders
26.3km
01:37
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.0
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16
riders
32.3km
02:00
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.5
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13
riders
44.0km
02:59
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.0
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10
riders
25.5km
01:59
430m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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12
riders
34.1km
02:44
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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6
riders
29.2km
02:16
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5
riders
26.3km
02:21
580m
580m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Frontenaud provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. There are 16 routes available, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 3,500 visitors.
Yes, Frontenaud offers hiking trails that wind through its rural landscape. Hikers can explore paths along waterways and through agricultural areas. More information on local routes can be found in the Hiking around Frontenaud guide.
Frontenaud is suitable for both Road cycling and Touring cycling, with 8 routes specifically for road cycling and 6 for touring. The quiet country roads provide an ideal setting for exploring the region by bike. Cyclists can consult the Road Cycling Routes around Frontenaud and Cycling around Frontenaud guides.
Yes, Frontenaud features running trails suitable for jogging. The rural environment offers a tranquil backdrop for runners. Two dedicated jogging routes are available, and further details can be found in the Running Trails around Frontenaud guide.
Frontenaud is characterized by a mosaic of agricultural lands, small forests, and waterways. The Gizia river flows through the village, historically powering several mills, including the well-preserved Venay mill. The broader Bresse region offers diverse natural settings.
The outdoor routes in Frontenaud are well-regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. Over 3,500 visitors have shared their experiences, contributing to 342 route ratings. This indicates a positive community reception for the area's outdoor offerings.
Komoot offers several guides for Frontenaud, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Frontenaud, Road Cycling Routes around Frontenaud, Running Trails around Frontenaud, Cycling around Frontenaud, and MTB Trails around Frontenaud.
Frontenaud is easily accessible via Autoroute A39, using exit N°9 Le Miroir. The D972 road also connects it to Louhans-Châteaurenaud and Cuiseaux. Its location at the crossroads of the Ain, Jura, and Saône-et-Loire departments makes it a convenient destination.
Yes, Frontenaud offers options for mountain biking. The natural environment, characterized by small forests and rural terrain, provides suitable conditions for MTB. Further details can be found in the MTB Trails around Frontenaud guide.
Official information about Frontenaud can be found on the Mairie (Town Hall) website. The official website is frontenaud.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie can be reached by phone at +33385748170.
The routes in Frontenaud cater to varying skill levels, with the rural landscape generally offering accessible paths. The average rating of 4.4 stars suggests that many routes are enjoyable for a broad range of outdoor enthusiasts. Specific difficulty can vary by individual route.

