Panissières, a region in the Loire department of France, is situated within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Its landscape features rolling hills, expansive open fields, and lush wooded areas, characteristic of the "Montagnes du Matin." This varied terrain, with elevations ranging from approximately 426 to 835 meters, provides a suitable environment for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. The area's position on an ancient route between Forez and Beaujolais contributes to its diverse natural setting.
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Routes
4.6
(71)
Average rating
504
People visited

4.0
(5)
28
riders
24.3km
02:19
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(7)
17
riders
33.9km
02:16
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
11
riders
43.6km
04:06
1,070m
1,070m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(5)
9
riders
34.0km
02:45
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(4)
23
riders
34.7km
02:17
540m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
22.7km
02:14
580m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
44.4km
04:04
1,020m
1,020m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
25.0km
02:07
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.5
(4)
14
hikers
25.0km
06:58
460m
460m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
hikers
5.76km
01:35
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
hikers
12.0km
03:17
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
15.1km
04:24
410m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
runners
26.8km
03:15
690m
690m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
16.5km
01:52
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
6.66km
00:45
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
70.7km
03:35
1,100m
1,100m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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8
riders
42.3km
02:14
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
48.6km
02:33
900m
900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.0
(1)
7
riders
68.9km
05:09
1,160m
1,160m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
40.1km
03:13
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
26.1km
02:23
680m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
2
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Panissières offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features 58 routes across these sports.
Panissières features 58 outdoor routes across various sports. These routes have been explored by over 5,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
Panissières offers 13 mountain biking routes. More information and specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Panissières guide.
Yes, Panissières features 11 hiking routes. The region is also traversed by the GR® de Pays – Terre de Tisseurs en Forez. Details are available in the Hiking around Panissières guide.
Panissières offers 7 road cycling routes. These routes utilize the undulating terrain of the region. Further details are provided in the Road Cycling Routes around Panissières guide.
Yes, Panissières has 9 touring cycling routes. These routes often follow regional roads connecting historical areas. The Cycling around Panissières guide offers more information.
Panissières offers routes suitable for gravel biking. The Gravel biking around Panissières guide provides specific route information.
Panissières features 18 jogging routes. These trails offer opportunities for running through the region's diverse landscapes. Consult the Running Trails around Panissières guide for details.
The region around Panissières is part of the "Montagnes du Matin," characterized by rolling hills and varied landscapes. Summits are among the highlight categories in the area, offering scenic views.
The GR® de Pays – Terre de Tisseurs en Forez is a regional hiking trail that traverses Panissières. It is approximately 100 miles (161 kilometers) long and divided into three loops, showcasing the region's natural beauty and textile history.
Komoot offers several guides for Panissières, including MTB Trails, Hiking, Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Running Trails.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Panissières is panissieres.fr. The phone number for the Mairie de Panissières is +33477274040.

