Les Angles, a region in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of southern France, is characterized by its diverse mountain landscapes. The area features high mountains, dense pine forests, open alpine pastures, and notable mountain lakes such as Lake Balcère and Lake Aude. This varied terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more. The Capcir Plateau and the summit of Pic Carlit also contribute to its distinct natural profile.
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4,961
riders
98.9km
05:40
2,280m
2,280m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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65.8km
03:56
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1,570m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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38.0km
01:47
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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59.3km
03:14
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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138
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48.0km
03:08
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.1km
01:41
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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88.4km
06:13
1,610m
1,610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1,149
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44.9km
03:30
1,190m
1,190m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27.3km
02:34
780m
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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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31.7km
01:56
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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48.9km
04:08
910m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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43
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26.8km
02:08
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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246
runners
12.7km
01:42
510m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:24
510m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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19.7km
02:48
870m
870m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
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10.4km
01:06
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.44km
01:44
240m
240m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.6km
06:00
850m
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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896m
00:17
40m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.77km
02:37
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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39
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76.6km
05:40
1,460m
1,460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49.0km
03:04
350m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
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21.2km
01:17
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
hikers
11.2km
03:34
500m
500m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.70km
03:01
500m
500m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.3km
05:56
990m
990m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

2
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6.65km
02:49
560m
560m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Les Angles provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Hiking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region's diverse terrain supports pursuits for different skill levels. For more information, refer to the available komoot guides.
The Les Angles region is characterized by diverse mountain landscapes, featuring high mountains, dense pine forests, and open alpine pastures. Notable natural features include mountain lakes such as Lake Balcère and Lake Aude, as well as the Capcir Plateau and the summit of Pic Carlit. This varied environment supports a wide range of outdoor sports.
Yes, the terrain around Les Angles is suitable for road cycling, with quiet, well-maintained roads. Enthusiasts can explore various routes in the area. Specific routes and details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Les Angles guide.
Road cyclists in Les Angles can tackle famous climbs such as Col de Creu, Col de la Llose, and the ascent to Port de Pailhères. These passes are within cycling distance of the village. The Road Cycling Routes around Les Angles guide provides further details on these and other routes.
Les Angles is well-regarded for its mountain biking, offering a dedicated Bike Park with nine downhill trails across five skill levels. The Bike Park provides 500 meters of vertical drop over 30 kilometers (approximately 19 miles) of trails, accessible via the Les Pélerins cable car. The surrounding Pyrénées Catalanes regional park also features numerous mountain bike routes, classified by difficulty, including loops around Lake Matemale and Lake Balcère. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Les Angles guide.
Les Angles offers numerous walking paths and hiking routes suitable for various levels, from family-friendly strolls to more challenging ascents. These paths allow exploration of the Pyrenean landscapes. Dedicated guides like Hiking around Les Angles and Running Trails around Les Angles provide detailed information.
The Summit of Pic Carlit, at 2,921 meters (approximately 9,583 feet), offers extensive panoramic views over the valley and its many lakes. It is a significant natural feature in the region. Access to the peak is typically via hiking or mountaineering routes, which can be explored through guides such as Mountain Hikes around Les Angles.
The Les Angles region features several prominent mountain lakes. Lake Balcère, at an altitude of 1,770 meters (approximately 5,807 feet), is bordered by a pine forest. Lake Aude, situated at 2,136 meters (approximately 7,008 feet), offers views of the peaks of Cerdagne and Capcir and is the source of the Aude River. Lake Matemale is also a significant scenic feature.
Les Angles is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 31,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for activities in Les Angles. These include Road Cycling Routes around Les Angles, MTB Trails around Les Angles, Hiking around Les Angles, and others for touring cycling, running, gravel biking, and mountain hikes.
The official website for Les Angles (Pyrénées-Orientales) tourism is generally associated with lesangles.com. This website provides comprehensive information about the region and its offerings. For direct inquiries, a phone number is also available.
The Mairie (Town Hall) of Les Angles in the Pyrénées-Orientales can be reached by phone. The contact number for general inquiries is +33 4 68 04 32 76. This number can be used for official information regarding the municipality.
Les Angles offers various family-friendly options, including easy mountain bike routes around lakes like Matemale and Balcère. There are also numerous walking paths suitable for family strolls. The Les Angles Animal Park and Les Angles Aventures adventure park provide additional family-oriented activities.

