Vals-Les-Bains is a region situated within the Ardèche Mountains Regional Nature Park, characterized by its diverse natural landscape. The area features picturesque river valleys formed by the Volane, Voltour, and Ardèche rivers, alongside the expansive Bois Vert Forest. Volcanic formations, such as the basalt columns found in the wider Ardèche region, contribute to the unique terrain, making Vals-Les-Bains a relevant destination for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Vals-Les-Bains…
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5.0
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92
riders
86.2km
04:43
1,810m
1,810m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

48
riders
85.9km
04:40
1,740m
1,740m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42
riders
33.8km
01:48
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

38
riders
51.2km
02:50
970m
970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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41
hikers
10.2km
03:26
480m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
hikers
11.9km
03:35
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44
hikers
6.61km
01:54
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
hikers
15.8km
04:57
580m
580m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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22
riders
29.0km
02:53
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
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10.1km
01:07
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
riders
27.9km
02:37
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
riders
38.9km
03:11
870m
870m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
runners
15.0km
01:35
160m
160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

35
runners
10.4km
01:10
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
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13.2km
01:48
520m
520m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
27.0km
03:39
1,140m
1,140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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26
riders
30.2km
02:24
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
riders
38.9km
02:41
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
riders
26.2km
02:34
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
46.8km
03:20
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
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5
riders
51.4km
03:56
1,110m
1,110m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
40.2km
02:59
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
riders
23.2km
01:41
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.3
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9
riders
39.0km
02:08
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vals-Les-Bains, located within the Ardèche Mountains Regional Nature Park, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 77 routes for exploration.
The Vals-Les-Bains region offers 17 hiking routes, with many exploring the Bois Vert Forest and river valleys. These trails often feature natural viewpoints and diverse terrain. For detailed information, consult the Hiking around Vals-Les-Bains guide.
Vals-Les-Bains provides 9 mountain biking routes, including options within the Bois Vert forest and dedicated trails in the 'Le Bois Vert' bike park. These routes cater to various skill levels, from gentle hills to more technical sections. More details are available in the MTB Trails around Vals-Les-Bains guide.
The region offers 7 road cycling routes and 17 touring cycling routes. These often follow picturesque river valleys and explore the foothills of the Ardèche mountains. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Vals-Les-Bains and Cycling around Vals-Les-Bains provide further information.
Vals-Les-Bains is known for its diverse natural features. These include the expansive Bois Vert Forest, picturesque river valleys formed by the Volane, Voltour, and Ardèche rivers, and unique volcanic formations. A notable attraction is the intermittent spring in Intermittente Park, which spouts water up to 50 feet (15 meters) high.
The Bois Vert Forest offers discovery trails and health circuits suitable for leisurely strolls, which can be enjoyed by families. Many routes in the region are accessible, with varying difficulty levels to accommodate different ages and abilities. Specific family-friendly routes can be found by filtering for easier trails on komoot.
The routes in Vals-Les-Bains are well-regarded by the komoot community. Over 18,000 visitors have explored the region, and the 77 available routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Vals-Les-Bains to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for Hiking, Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Gravel Biking.
For official information about Vals-Les-Bains, the official website is vals-les-bains.fr. The Vals-les-Bains branch of the Aubenas-Vals-Antraïgues Tourist Office can be reached by phone at +33 4 75 89 02 03.
Vals-Les-Bains offers 27 dedicated jogging routes. These trails provide opportunities for runners to explore the region's natural landscapes. The Running Trails around Vals-Les-Bains guide provides more details on these options.
The terrain in Vals-Les-Bains is diverse, ranging from flat river valleys to the foothills of the Ardèche mountains. It includes extensive forests like Bois Vert and features unique volcanic formations. This variety supports activities from leisurely walks to more challenging mountain biking.

