Malzéville, a region in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department, features diverse landscapes that support a range of outdoor activities. The area is characterized by the elevated Plateau de Malzéville, a natural site with calcareous grasslands, coniferous forests, and panoramic views, reaching an altitude of 384 meters. Additionally, the banks of the Meurthe river offer waterside paths. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Malzéville offers more than 40 routes for outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 36,000 visitors having shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars. Hiking is prominent, with numerous trails on the Plateau de Malzéville winding through forests, meadows, and grasslands, providing varied ambiances and views. For cyclists, Malzéville provides access to the Voie Bleue (Moselle-Saône à Vélo), a major cycling route ideal for touring, while the local roads and terrain around the Plateau de Malzéville cater to road cycling. Gravel biking is also popular on the plateau, utilizing its diverse off-road paths. Explore specific activities further with guides such as Hiking around Malzéville, Cycling around Malzéville, and Gravel biking around Malzéville.
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4.2
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Average rating
1467
People visited

4.8
(36)
111
hikers
10.8km
02:56
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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109
hikers
4.68km
01:14
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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39
hikers
11.5km
03:11
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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16
hikers
4.59km
01:10
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(30)
120
riders
30.7km
01:59
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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riders
22.9km
01:27
130m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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riders
9.61km
00:37
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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20
riders
55.5km
03:20
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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137
runners
10.8km
01:16
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
runners
16.7km
02:01
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

20
runners
6.59km
00:41
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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runners
6.13km
00:42
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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55
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.7
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49
riders
12.2km
00:29
20m
20m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

33
riders
72.3km
03:04
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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25
riders
40.0km
01:59
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
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36
riders
58.4km
03:22
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
14.3km
01:18
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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12
riders
26.3km
02:20
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
12
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
68.2km
05:29
1,060m
1,060m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
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16
riders
43.8km
02:33
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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10
riders
37.0km
02:17
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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8
riders
33.6km
02:37
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Malzéville offers a variety of outdoor activities including road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features over 40 routes, with more than 36,000 visitors contributing to an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars. Specific guides are available for hiking and cycling.
Malzéville features over 20 miles (32 km) of hiking trails, primarily on the Plateau de Malzéville. Popular routes include the 6.7-mile (10.8 km) "Plateau de Malzéville — loop from Malzéville" and the 6.2-mile (10.0 km) "Plateau de Malzéville – Plateau de Malzéville loop from Dommartemont." These trails offer varied terrain through forests, meadows, and orchards. More information is available in the Hiking around Malzéville guide.
Malzéville supports road cycling, with scenic roads leading to and from the Plateau de Malzéville offering elevation changes and panoramic views. A dedicated cycle path is integrated into the recently inaugurated bypass road of Malzéville. For route ideas, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Malzéville guide.
Malzéville provides direct access to the Voie Bleue (Moselle-Saône à Vélo), a major cycling route connecting Luxembourg to Lyon. This veloroute offers mostly flat, well-signposted paths along picturesque river valleys. The Meurthe riverbanks are part of these cycle paths, providing peaceful rides. Find more details in the Cycling around Malzéville guide.
The Plateau de Malzéville is a notable location for gravel biking, with various routes catering to different fitness and technical skills. These routes traverse diverse terrain including forests and calcareous grasslands. The Gravel biking around Malzéville guide provides specific route information.
The Plateau de Malzéville is a natural site double-classified as "Natura 2000" and an "ENS" (Espace Naturel Sensible). It features the largest calcareous grassland in Lorraine, reaching an altitude of 1,260 feet (384 meters). The plateau offers panoramic views of Nancy and the Meurthe valley, with diverse environments including coniferous forests and flower-filled meadows.
The Voie Bleue, accessible from Malzéville, is described as ideal for leisure cyclists and families due to its mostly flat and well-signposted paths. Many hiking trails on the Plateau de Malzéville are also suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. The diverse terrain allows for varied experiences for all ages.
Malzéville's outdoor routes are popular on komoot, with more than 36,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 47 available routes have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Malzéville, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Gravel biking.
The official website for the city of Malzéville is villedemalzeville.fr. The main phone number for the Malzéville town hall is +33 3 83 29 43 78. These resources can provide additional local information.

