Chein-Dessus is a commune located in the Haute-Garonne department of France, situated within the Toulouse Pyrénées region. This area presents a diverse landscape, ranging from lower altitudes to peaks reaching over 1,300 meters, characterized by forests, cultivated fields, and pastures. The terrain offers scenic views of the Pyrenean Piedmont and notable summits, providing a varied environment suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Chein-Dessus offers more than 20 routes…
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5.0
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13
riders
34.8km
02:24
660m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
21.9km
01:58
850m
850m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
22.6km
01:50
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
35.2km
03:33
1,320m
1,320m
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
(2)
384
riders
124km
07:02
2,810m
2,810m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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115
riders
50.5km
03:12
1,460m
1,450m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49
riders
39.8km
02:21
900m
900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

42
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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235
hikers
13.3km
04:58
650m
650m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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10
hikers
18.5km
07:12
1,220m
1,220m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

9
hikers
13.2km
04:28
630m
640m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
hikers
10.3km
03:28
490m
500m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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190
runners
24.5km
03:51
1,340m
1,340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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72
runners
12.8km
01:45
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
runners
18.9km
02:20
550m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

26
runners
18.3km
03:06
1,190m
1,190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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17
riders
25.1km
02:43
770m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
22.9km
02:25
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
riders
28.5km
03:17
1,280m
1,280m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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22
riders
23.4km
02:10
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Chein-Dessus offers a variety of outdoor activities including road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features diverse landscapes from forests to cultivated fields, with elevations ranging from 378 meters to 1353 meters.
Chein-Dessus is a commune situated in the Haute-Garonne department of France, within the Toulouse Pyrénées region. It provides views of the Pyrenean Piedmont and notable summits like Cagire.
More than 6,000 visitors have explored routes in Chein-Dessus on komoot. The 25 available routes across various sports have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area, including Road Cycling Routes around Chein-Dessus, Hiking around Chein-Dessus, and MTB Trails around Chein-Dessus. Guides are also available for touring cycling and jogging.
The broader Haute-Garonne Pyrenees region, which includes Chein-Dessus, is known for challenging ascents on legendary passes such as Col de Peyresourde, Col du Portillon, Col de Menté, and Col des Ares. The climb to Luchon-Superbagnères is also a notable route. For more information, see Road Cycling Routes around Chein-Dessus.
Yes, the area offers numerous hiking trails for various skill levels. Examples include the "Cournudère Summit – Passengers Pass loop," an 8.2-mile (13.3 km) moderate trail, and the "Viewpoint – Larrieu Pass loop," which provides panoramic vistas. The "Look out point over the valley loop from Chein-Dessus" is a 9.5-mile (15.3 km) trail. For more options, consult Hiking around Chein-Dessus.
Yes, Chein-Dessus features specific routes for mountain biking. These include the "FLOW TRAIL D'INITIATION DU COL DE LARRIEU - N°54" and "FLOW TRAIL LA PALOMBIÈRE." Additional information can be found in the MTB Trails around Chein-Dessus guide.
The diverse network of hiking and cycling trails provides ample opportunities for jogging. The terrain varies from forest paths to roads traversing cultivated fields, offering varied elevations. Consult the Running Trails around Chein-Dessus guide for specific routes.
The landscape in Chein-Dessus features a diverse range of elevations. Altitudes start from lower points of 378 meters and reach peaks up to 1353 meters. This varied topography contributes to the diverse outdoor activity options.
For official inquiries regarding Chein-Dessus, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted by phone. The phone number is 05 61 97 52 06. An email address is also available at mairie@chein-dessus.fr.
Yes, touring cyclists can incorporate Chein-Dessus into longer itineraries, enjoying the scenic roads and challenging ascents that define the Pyrenean landscape. The Cycling around Chein-Dessus guide provides relevant routes.

