Malissard, a region in the Drôme department of France, presents a varied landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. Situated between the Rhône River and the Vercors Massif, the area features the dramatic foothills of the Vercors mountains, scenic river valleys, and expansive vineyards and orchards. The Drôme River further shapes the terrain, providing a blend of Alpine and Provençal influences with quiet valleys, rolling hills, and forests. This geographical diversity supports several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking,…
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.7km
02:37
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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72.9km
03:52
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50.8km
02:44
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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02:24
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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02:34
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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9.55km
02:27
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.45km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38.6km
03:38
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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04:13
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:22
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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03:16
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43.2km
02:39
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.9km
02:13
180m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.7km
02:28
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660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9.93km
01:02
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.0km
01:58
40m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Malissard offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features varied terrain from river valleys to the Vercors Massif foothills, providing options for different skill levels.
Touring cyclists can explore routes through river valleys, vineyards, and orchards. The region connects to long-distance routes like the ViaRhôna and the Vélodrôme. For more details, consult the Cycling around Malissard guide.
Road cycling in Malissard features routes in the Vercors Massif foothills, offering diverse terrain and elevation changes. Notable routes include the "Abbaye de Léoncel – Col des Limouches loop" (45.7 miles [73.6 km]) and the "Col de Jérôme Cavalli loop" (30.2 miles [48.6 km]). Find more options in the Road Cycling Routes around Malissard guide.
The Drôme Valley, encompassing Malissard, provides a variety of mountain biking routes across plains and mountains, including pine forests and vineyards. The proximity to the Vercors Massif offers extensive mountain biking opportunities. Refer to the MTB Trails around Malissard guide for specific trails.
Hiking around Malissard includes diverse trails within the Drôme department, with the Vercors mountains as a backdrop. Popular routes include the "Crussol Castle – The Pendant loop" (10.0 miles [16.1 km]) and the "Lorient Park loop" (6.0 miles [9.6 km]). The Hiking around Malissard guide offers more options.
Yes, Malissard offers opportunities for gravel biking. The region's varied terrain, including quiet valleys and rolling hills, is suitable for this activity. More information can be found in the Gravel biking around Malissard guide.
Malissard provides several options for jogging and running. Trails range from urban green spaces to paths through natural landscapes. The Running Trails around Malissard guide lists available routes for runners.
Malissard offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. The region's river valleys and dedicated cycling sections, such as parts of the Vélodrôme, provide less challenging terrain. These routes are ideal for beginners or those seeking a relaxed ride.
Malissard is characterized by the foothills of the Vercors mountains, scenic river valleys along the Drôme River, and expansive vineyards and fruit orchards. The challenging "Lances de Malissard ridges" are also a prominent feature for hikers. Crussol Castle is a notable historic landmark in the vicinity.
Malissard is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 36,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 43 available routes across various sports have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, based on over 2,100 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Malissard, including Cycling around Malissard, Road Cycling Routes around Malissard, MTB Trails around Malissard, and Hiking around Malissard. Guides for gravel biking and running are also available.
The official website for the Mairie de Malissard is www.malissard.fr. The phone number for the Mairie de Malissard is +33475852200.

