Valbonnais, a region in the heart of the Isère department of the French Alps, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. It features a mix of plains, vineyards, and mountainous terrain, with views of the Écrins, Vercors, and Chartreuse massifs. The area is characterized by its proximity to the Écrins National Park, the tranquil Lake of Valbonnais, and the Bonne river, providing varied environments for activities. This makes Valbonnais suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain…
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137
riders
92.1km
07:11
2,500m
2,500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.8km
02:33
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.4km
02:36
990m
990m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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132
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77.1km
05:36
1,680m
1,680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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106
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37.9km
02:03
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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75
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35.9km
02:20
1,100m
1,100m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

51
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38.8km
01:57
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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27
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56.2km
03:06
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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38
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10.3km
03:49
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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14.0km
06:33
1,030m
1,030m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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58
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14.6km
05:23
590m
590m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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19
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14.9km
04:16
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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26
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25.4km
03:10
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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24
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17.8km
01:39
370m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
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34.8km
03:29
600m
600m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

13
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30.4km
02:40
890m
890m
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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15
runners
13.3km
01:59
440m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

11
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13.8km
01:37
240m
240m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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14
runners
12.9km
01:28
220m
210m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7
runners
9.08km
01:02
160m
160m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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12
hikers
9.18km
04:16
790m
790m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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11
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8.99km
04:04
840m
840m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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1
hikers
10.7km
03:49
620m
620m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Valbonnais offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region features a mix of plains, vineyards, and mountainous terrain, with views of the Écrins, Vercors, and Chartreuse massifs.
Valbonnais is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 8,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region features 74 routes across various sports, holding an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars from over 550 ratings.
Yes, Valbonnais provides hiking trails ranging from easy, family-friendly walks along canals like the 'Canal des Moines' to challenging mountain hikes. More detailed information can be found in the Hiking around Valbonnais guide.
Valbonnais is an excellent base for road cycling, offering routes that include challenging climbs to passes like Col d'Ornon and Col de La Morte. Cyclists can also tackle a loop that incorporates the iconic Alpe d'Huez. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Valbonnais guide.
Valbonnais offers a wide array of mountain biking routes suitable for all skill levels, from beginner trails around water points to technical mountain singles. The 'Site VTT FFC Matheysine-Vallée du Valbonnais' provides a dedicated network of trails. Refer to the MTB Trails around Valbonnais guide for more.
Valbonnais is well-suited for touring cycling, with numerous routes of varying difficulty that connect lakes, valleys, and mountain ranges. These routes allow for multi-day exploration of the region's diverse landscapes. Find more details in the Cycling around Valbonnais guide.
Valbonnais is characterized by its proximity to the Écrins National Park and features views of the Écrins, Vercors, and Chartreuse massifs. Notable natural features include the tranquil Lake of Valbonnais and several picturesque waterfalls like Cascade Confolens.
The Lake of Valbonnais is an artificial lake with sand and grass beaches, ideal for relaxation, swimming, and various water sports during summer. Activities include canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding, with fishing also popular for perch, trout, and carp.
Yes, Valbonnais offers challenging cycling routes with significant elevation gains, particularly for road and mountain biking. Routes like the 'Col de Parquetout loop' and climbs to famous passes provide demanding experiences for experienced riders.
For official information, you can visit the Valbonnais Mairie (Town Hall) website. The official website is mairiedevalbonnais.fr, and the phone number is +33 4 76 30 21 19.
Komoot offers several guides for Valbonnais, including Road Cycling Routes around Valbonnais, Hiking around Valbonnais, Cycling around Valbonnais, MTB Trails around Valbonnais, Running Trails around Valbonnais, and Mountain Hikes around Valbonnais.
Yes, Valbonnais offers dedicated trails for running and jogging. These routes provide opportunities for exploring the region's diverse landscapes on foot. More information can be found in the Running Trails around Valbonnais guide.

