Cotignac is a village situated in Green Provence, within the Var department, characterized by its diverse landscape of rolling hills, extensive vineyards, and olive groves. The area features a prominent 80-meter-high limestone cliff, Le Rocher, which forms a natural backdrop to the village. This verdant environment, watered by rivers like the Argens, provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts exploring Cotignac will find more…
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4.6
(28)
140
riders
34.3km
02:11
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
riders
49.1km
03:07
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

49
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62.9km
04:05
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.1km
01:00
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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99
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9.08km
02:34
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.73km
01:36
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
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12.6km
04:07
410m
410m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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54
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5.39km
01:31
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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132
riders
61.6km
03:08
1,000m
990m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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100
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50.4km
02:39
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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131
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48.9km
02:09
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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54
riders
26.1km
01:21
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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52
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29.8km
02:00
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31
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27.4km
01:48
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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16
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31.3km
03:00
790m
790m
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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45.8km
02:56
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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57
runners
8.18km
00:52
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.18km
00:52
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.22km
00:42
160m
160m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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runners
7.15km
00:48
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
42.9km
02:39
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
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42.6km
02:41
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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28.8km
01:56
490m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
54.3km
03:37
840m
840m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Cotignac offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 214 routes with an average rating of 4.38 stars.
Road cycling in Cotignac features routes through rolling hills and expansive vineyards. Cyclists can find detailed information and specific routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Cotignac guide.
Cotignac offers 60 hiking routes, including trails like the 'Cliffs of Cotignac – View of Cotignac loop' and the 'Cotignac – Cotignac Town Hall Square loop.' Further details on hiking options are available in the Hiking around Cotignac guide.
Key natural landmarks include Le Rocher, an 80-meter-high limestone cliff with ancient troglodyte caves. The Cascade de Sillans, known for its turquoise pools, is also a notable feature in the region.
Mountain biking in Cotignac includes 44 routes traversing wooded hills and winding trails, ranging from gentle slopes to more technical terrain. The MTB Trails around Cotignac guide provides specific route information.
The region's climate is generally favorable for outdoor activities across multiple seasons. The lush environment, watered by rivers, provides pleasant scenery for pursuits like cycling and hiking.
Cotignac offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options for electric bikes (VTC-VAE) that wind through vineyards and olive groves. These routes provide captivating views with less physical strain, making them suitable for families.
The village itself features ancient troglodyte caves carved into Le Rocher and the 12th-century 'Les Tours Sarrasines' watchtowers. The Entrecasteaux Castle is also a historical site in the vicinity, accessible via routes like the 'Cotignac – Entrecasteaux Castle loop'.
More than 3,000 visitors have explored routes in Cotignac on komoot. The 214 available routes have received an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes around Cotignac, Hiking around Cotignac, and Cycling around Cotignac. Guides for Running, MTB, and Gravel biking are also available.
The official website for the Mairie (town hall) of Cotignac is www.mairiecotignac.fr. The Tourist Office can be contacted via ot-cotignac.provenceverte.fr.
The region offers a variety of cycling routes, including loops that can extend for several miles. For example, the 'Viewpoint overlooking Carcès – Lac Sainte Suzanne loop' and the 'View of the Verdon Gorge – Verdon Gorge loop' provide longer options.

