Passenans, a region nestled in the Jura department within the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region of France, offers a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. Characterized by verdant natural surroundings, varied terrain, and a rich cultural heritage, Passenans provides a setting for numerous activities. The area's composition of forests, valleys, and rolling hills makes it suitable for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Passenans is a destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking active…
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Average rating
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4.8
(9)
41
hikers
18.1km
05:21
530m
530m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
(9)
22
hikers
8.65km
02:31
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
16
hikers
7.11km
02:03
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(5)
6
hikers
10.5km
03:04
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(9)
56
riders
28.1km
01:46
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
24.4km
01:34
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
20.2km
01:46
420m
420m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
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4
riders
23.9km
01:27
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
36
riders
43.7km
02:10
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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28
riders
51.5km
02:34
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
riders
63.6km
03:08
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
riders
59.0km
02:37
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
(2)
22
riders
22.6km
02:02
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
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25
riders
47.0km
04:11
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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28
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(3)
11
riders
25.3km
01:58
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(3)
60
runners
16.5km
02:00
450m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5.0
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7
runners
8.74km
00:56
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
(1)
6
runners
8.29km
00:54
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
runners
12.4km
01:19
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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10
riders
34.8km
02:24
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
75.7km
04:37
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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2
riders
25.9km
01:46
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
69.4km
04:13
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Passenans offers diverse outdoor activities including touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and hiking. The region features over 20 routes, with more than 5,000 visitors contributing to an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Passenans offers touring cycling routes, including options suitable for gravel biking. The region provides well-marked routes across varied terrain. Cyclists can find detailed information and routes in the Cycling around Passenans guide.
Passenans provides mountain biking opportunities, including sections of the Grande Traversée du Jura (GTJ) which spans 415 km (258 miles). Trails range from technical to smoother paths through mountains and forests. The MTB Trails around Passenans guide offers specific routes.
Road cycling is popular in Passenans, with routes like the "Jurassic Vélo Tours" offering over 1,500 km (930 miles) of roads and paths. For a challenging experience, the Grand Colombier peak, known from the Tour de France, offers a tough ascent. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Passenans guide.
Passenans is located on the tourist route of the Revermont and offers numerous opportunities for hiking. The area is described as a "magnificent adventure playground" for exploring nature. Detailed routes can be found in the Hiking around Passenans guide.
Yes, Passenans provides trails suitable for jogging and running. The region's natural surroundings offer varied terrain for these activities. Information on specific routes is available in the Running Trails around Passenans guide.
Passenans is near several natural landmarks, including lakes such as Lac de Chalain and Lac du Val. The spectacular Hérisson Waterfalls consist of 31 successive drops along a 2.3 mile (3.7 km) trail. Mont d'Or offers panoramic views of the Alps on clear days.
The EuroVelo 6 route, spanning over 100 miles (175 km) through the Jura Mountains, provides a mostly flat and scenic option suitable for families and beginners. It follows the Doubs River and canal. The region also has 80 miles (130 km) of dedicated tarmac paths free from cars.
Routes in Passenans have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on contributions from over 5,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on the more than 20 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Passenans, including Cycling around Passenans, MTB Trails around Passenans, Road Cycling Routes around Passenans, Running Trails around Passenans, Hiking around Passenans, and Gravel biking around Passenans.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Passenans is passenansmairie.fr. This site provides local information and resources for the village and surrounding area.
The phone number for Passenans is +33384852403. This number connects to the local Mairie (Town Hall) for general inquiries.

