Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon, a national nature reserve located near Dijon in Burgundy, France, is the largest regional nature reserve in Burgundy, spanning approximately 3,000 hectares. This area features a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor activities, characterized by the meandering Suzon River valley, extensive dense forests, and dramatic limestone cliffs and rocky outcrops. The varied topography, including plateaus, valleys, and unique dry limestone lawns and tufa marshes, provides a rich setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking,…
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10.2km
02:35
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.1km
03:12
240m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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14.8km
04:43
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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12.1km
01:53
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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12.2km
01:36
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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14.8km
02:00
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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26.3km
01:14
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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37.6km
01:53
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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34.9km
01:31
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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43
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30.3km
02:58
660m
660m
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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48.1km
04:14
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770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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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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37.2km
03:23
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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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21.2km
01:34
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:44
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.5km
01:36
250m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.7km
03:17
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36.5km
02:30
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.5km
02:05
440m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:42
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.9km
02:17
360m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon is a national nature reserve located near Dijon in Burgundy, France. Established in 2011, it is the largest regional nature reserve in Burgundy, covering approximately 3,000 hectares. It is known for its diverse landscapes, including the Suzon River valley, dense forests, and limestone cliffs.
The reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. Its varied terrain, with plateaus, valleys, and combes, provides diverse routes for enthusiasts. Komoot lists more than 40 routes across these sports.
Yes, Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon features easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. These trails often traverse diverse forest paths and offer scenic views. For specific routes, explore the Easy hikes around Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon guide.
The reserve is characterized by a mosaic of natural environments. Key features include the meandering Suzon River valley, extensive dense forests, dramatic limestone cliffs, and unique dry limestone lawns. Natural belvederes offer panoramic views of the combes and forested landscapes.
Yes, beautiful asphalt roads cross the reserve, providing opportunities for road cycling through scenic landscapes. These routes allow cyclists to explore the area's diverse topography. Information on these routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon guide.
The varied terrain of Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon, including trails through dense forests and along valleys, makes it suitable for mountain biking. Riders can find diverse routes catering to different skill levels. Consult the MTB Trails around Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon guide for more details.
Yes, dedicated running trails are available within the Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon. These routes vary in difficulty, with some requiring good fitness due to the pronounced reliefs. The Running Trails around Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon guide provides specific options.
Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 59,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the reserve have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from over 5,600 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon, covering various activities and difficulty levels. These include Hiking around Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon, Road Cycling Routes around Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon, and MTB Trails around Réserve naturelle du Val-Suzon. Other guides focus on easy hikes, city hikes, and running trails.
The reserve is renowned for its rich biodiversity, hosting over 3,000 identified species. It is considered one of Burgundy's richest floristic sites, with both mountain and Mediterranean species, including nearly 70 rare species. The area also supports 14 species of bats and at least 11 species of birds of European interest.
The Réserve naturelle régionale du Val-Suzon is managed by the Office National des Forêts (ONF) Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. For inquiries, the ONF Bourgogne-Franche-Comté office in Dijon can be reached at 03 80 76 88 01. Specific information may also be available on the ONF website.

