Mézilles is a village located in the Yonne department of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in north-central France. The area is characterized by a rich natural environment, featuring extensive woodlands, peat bogs, marshes, ponds, and forests, many of which are protected ecological zones. The Branlin River flows through Mézilles, adding to the scenic landscape of the Puisaye region. This diverse terrain provides a suitable setting for several outdoor activities like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more.
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Average rating
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(4)
14
hikers
7.33km
01:58
90m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
5.92km
01:34
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3
hikers
14.6km
03:59
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
hikers
7.52km
02:03
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
32.3km
01:58
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
10.8km
00:47
70m
70m
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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16
riders
24.8km
01:38
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
12.3km
00:46
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
runners
14.6km
01:40
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

7
runners
8.83km
00:55
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.53km
00:41
50m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
6.32km
00:40
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
44.2km
03:35
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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4
riders
18.0km
01:19
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2
riders
23.9km
01:49
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

2
riders
13.6km
01:07
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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18
riders
50.3km
02:23
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

6
riders
29.6km
01:15
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
37.9km
01:42
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
29.8km
01:17
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Mézilles offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features extensive woodlands, peat bogs, and the Branlin River, providing diverse terrain for exploration. More than 10 routes are available across these sports.
Mézilles has more than 1,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes have an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 stars. There are 10 routes available in total.
Mézilles offers signposted hiking trails that allow exploration of the area's historical and natural heritage. The rich natural environment includes forests, riverbanks, and the shores of Lac du Bourdon. A dedicated guide, Hiking around Mézilles, provides more details.
Mézilles is well-suited for cycling, with routes catering to various skill levels. The terrain features gentle hills and varied surfaces, including loops around Lac du Bourdon and through the Puisaye woodlands. More options are available in the Cycling around Mézilles guide.
Road cycling routes in Mézilles often explore the Puisaye region's woodlands and diverse ecosystems. These routes can incorporate visits to historic sites like Guédelon Castle and Château de Saint-Fargeau. The Road Cycling Routes around Mézilles guide offers specific options.
Mézilles provides picturesque jogging routes through its rich natural environment. These trails follow riverbanks, forest paths, and the shores of Lac du Bourdon. The Running Trails around Mézilles guide details available options.
The Mézilles region is characterized by extensive woodlands, peat bogs, marshes, ponds, and forests, many of which are protected ecological zones. The Branlin River flows through the village, and the Lac du Bourdon is a prominent natural feature offering scenic routes. The area is part of the natural region of Puisaye.
Outdoor activities in Mézilles can be combined with discovering its history. The village has preserved old habitats and historic buildings, including vestiges of feudal mottes and the 16th-century 'Vieux Pont' (Old Bridge). The Saint Marien church with its restored wooden vault is another point of interest.
Komoot offers several guides for Mézilles, including Hiking around Mézilles, Cycling around Mézilles, Running Trails around Mézilles, Road Cycling Routes around Mézilles, and MTB Trails around Mézilles.
The official website for the commune of Mézilles is lapagelocale.fr/89130-mezil. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (town hall) of Mézilles can be reached at +33386454144.

