Montagnieu is a commune situated in the Isère department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in France. It is located on a rocky spur, offering views over the Jura massif and the Rhône Valley. The area features varied topography, including hilly and wooded areas, limestone cliffs, and elevations ranging from approximately 200 meters along the Rhône to 707 meters at the Bois de Souhait. This diverse landscape supports several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
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4.5
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Average rating
1740
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3.0
(1)
4
riders
114km
05:51
1,960m
1,960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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131
riders
80.6km
03:16
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(1)
84
riders
41.9km
02:00
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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60
riders
62.0km
02:33
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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98
riders
53.7km
04:25
1,670m
1,670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(35)
223
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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35
riders
53.5km
03:56
1,150m
1,150m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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31
riders
63.2km
04:55
1,720m
1,720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(13)
127
hikers
8.82km
02:33
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
hikers
11.1km
03:51
590m
590m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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29
hikers
8.91km
02:56
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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14
hikers
17.2km
05:10
550m
550m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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41
riders
33.3km
01:50
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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35
riders
71.4km
04:02
300m
300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
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27
riders
51.6km
04:12
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
riders
44.5km
03:57
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
runners
12.8km
01:22
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
9.31km
01:01
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
26.8km
02:52
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
127km
06:39
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
riders
100km
06:27
1,310m
1,310m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
1
riders
18.3km
01:36
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Montagnieu offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse topography supports routes for various skill levels and interests.
Montagnieu is part of the Ain department, which features over 2,000 km of marked road cycling routes. These routes range from relaxed rides along the Rhône river, such as sections of the ViaRhôna, to challenging climbs in the eastern part of the region. More details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Montagnieu guide.
Yes, the mountainous terrain around Montagnieu and in the wider Ain department provides opportunities for mountain biking. Trails include ridges, singletracks, and challenging ascents and descents. Dedicated mountain biking areas offer diverse trails for different skill levels. Explore options with the MTB Trails around Montagnieu guide.
Montagnieu offers a range of hiking opportunities, from easy walks to more demanding trails. Routes traverse wooded areas, limestone cliffs, and provide panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Popular routes include the loop to the Luizet waterfall from Bénonces and the Rocher de Cuny loop. The Isère department has nearly 9,000 km of waymarked footpaths. Consult the Hiking around Montagnieu guide for specific trails.
The region offers greenways and extensive networks like the Ain à Vélo® and the ViaRhôna, which are suitable for more relaxed touring and family cycling. These routes allow for exploration of natural beauty and picturesque villages. For general cycling information, refer to the Cycling around Montagnieu guide.
Montagnieu is situated on a rocky spur, offering expansive views over the Jura massif and the Rhône Valley. The area features hilly and wooded terrain, limestone cliffs, and panoramic vistas of the Bugey mountains and distant peaks like Chartreuse, Vercors, Belledonne, and Bauges massifs. The Brivaz river and nearby lakes like Lake Paladru also contribute to the scenic landscape.
Montagnieu features more than 10 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have received an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars from over 8,000 visitors. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
The altitude in Montagnieu ranges from approximately 650 feet (200 meters) along the Rhône river to 2,319 feet (707 meters) at the summit of the Bois de Souhait. This varied topography contributes to the diverse outdoor activity options.
Komoot offers several guides for Montagnieu, including Road Cycling Routes around Montagnieu, Cycling around Montagnieu, MTB Trails around Montagnieu, Hiking around Montagnieu, Running Trails around Montagnieu, and Gravel biking around Montagnieu.
The official website for the Montagnieu commune is montagnieu-isere.fr. The Mairie de Montagnieu can be contacted by phone at +33474970804 for general inquiries.
Yes, the region encourages multi-day cycling adventures with extensive networks like the Ain à Vélo® and the ViaRhôna. These routes allow cyclists to explore the natural beauty, visit picturesque villages, and stop by local lakes. Tourist offices in the area offer 'Accueil Vélo' services to support touring cyclists.

