Ratières is a village located in the Drôme des Collines region of northern Drôme, France. The area features a varied landscape of rolling hills, verdant valleys with fresh rivers, and orchards. Situated on a hill, Ratières offers panoramic views of the Alps, Vercors, Pilat massif, and Ardèche mountains, providing a diverse setting for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more. This blend of terrain and natural features makes Ratières a destination for outdoor activities.
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93
riders
57.3km
02:37
560m
560m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

32
riders
74.8km
03:18
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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33
riders
43.9km
02:18
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

9
riders
37.0km
01:45
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.0
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78
hikers
13.8km
03:53
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
hikers
10.4km
02:58
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
12.8km
03:40
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8
hikers
5.28km
01:28
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
riders
27.1km
02:34
560m
560m
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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36
riders
44.7km
03:53
800m
800m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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5
riders
25.6km
01:59
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
32.0km
02:31
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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55
runners
11.3km
01:23
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

32
runners
10.4km
01:17
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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7
runners
10.1km
01:11
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5.0
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8
runners
6.21km
00:45
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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12
riders
29.4km
01:51
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
33.5km
02:10
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
riders
41.1km
02:38
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
riders
11.9km
00:44
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
riders
30.3km
02:17
400m
390m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

1
riders
22.5km
01:32
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Ratières offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region is characterized by rolling hills, valleys, and panoramic views of surrounding mountain ranges.
Ratières provides numerous marked hiking trails suitable for various skill levels. A popular route leads from the Prieuré de Saint-Andeol to the Tower of Ratières, offering nearly 360-degree views. More information can be found in the Hiking around Ratières guide.
The Drôme des Collines region around Ratières features diverse road cycling routes with varied relief, including both flat sections and challenging ascents. Many routes offer scenic loops through the countryside and past vineyards. Cyclists can consult the Road Cycling Routes around Ratières guide.
Ratières and the wider Drôme region are well-suited for touring cycling, with routes often traversing orchards and wooded areas. The area allows cyclists to discover local culture and gastronomy. The Cycling around Ratières guide provides further details.
While specific trails directly in Ratières are not extensively detailed, the broader Drôme department is a significant mountain biking destination. It features over 3,500 km (2,175 miles) of marked trails, offering varied terrain for all skill levels. The MTB Trails around Ratières guide offers additional information.
Ratières is situated on a hill at 1,266 feet (386 meters) altitude, with the Tower of Ratières marking its highest point. This location provides panoramic views of the Alps, Vercors, Pilat massif, and Ardèche mountains. The region also features fresh rivers, orchards, and natural sites like 'Les roches qui dansent'.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Ratières, including Road Cycling Routes around Ratières, Cycling around Ratières, MTB Trails around Ratières, and Hiking around Ratières. Guides for Running and Gravel biking are also available.
Ratières has attracted more than 6,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 stars, based on over 500 ratings.
The official website for the municipality of Ratières is https://www.ratieres.fr.
The phone number for the Mairie (town hall) of Ratières is +33 4 75 68 63 13.
Yes, Ratières offers options for jogging and running. Trails wind through the varied landscape of hills and valleys, providing diverse routes for runners. The Running Trails around Ratières guide can provide more information.
Gravel biking is an available activity in Ratières, utilizing the region's diverse terrain of roads and trails. The landscape of rolling hills and valleys is suitable for gravel biking. For more details, consult the Gravel biking around Ratières guide.

