Thoisy-Le-Désert is a rural village located in the Côte-d'Or department of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region of France. The area is characterized by its proximity to the Canal de Bourgogne and its Véloroute, offering flat, scenic paths, and the Réservoir de Cercey, a small lake feeding the canal. The landscape transitions from waterside routes to the rolling hills and forests of the nearby Morvan Regional Natural Park and the Auxois plain, providing diverse terrain for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling,…
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11.0km
02:59
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.90km
02:42
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:16
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.40km
02:36
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170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
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60.6km
02:57
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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119km
05:38
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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92.5km
04:14
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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56.6km
02:27
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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98
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43.6km
02:40
360m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.4km
02:07
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.4km
01:43
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62.1km
03:47
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13.7km
01:25
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.52km
00:45
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:52
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.99km
01:04
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170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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47.8km
02:46
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.8km
01:29
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70m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Thoisy-Le-Désert offers opportunities for Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features diverse terrain, from flat canal paths to rolling hills. Komoot lists 7 routes in the area, with an average rating of 4.53 stars from more than 3,000 visitors.
Thoisy-Le-Désert is a rural village situated in the Côte-d'Or department, within the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region of France. It is approximately 0.6 miles (1 km) from the Canal de Bourgogne and its Véloroute.
Yes, road cycling routes are available, exploring the countryside and reservoirs. An example route is the 'Canal de Bourgogne and Pouilly-en-Auxois, its countryside and its reservoirs (Panthier, Cercey) — circuit.' More options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Thoisy-Le-Désert guide.
The Canal de Bourgogne features a dedicated cycle path, the Véloroute, which provides flat and scenic routes ideal for touring cyclists. This path allows for peaceful rides along the water. For more information, consult the Cycling around Thoisy-Le-Désert guide.
Mountain biking trails are available, offering more challenging terrain. Routes such as the 'Canal Lock – View of the castle loop from Châteauneuf' provide options for mountain bikers. Further details are in the MTB Trails around Thoisy-Le-Désert guide.
The region offers numerous trails for hiking, including loops around historical sites and natural features. Examples include the 'Éguilly Castle loop from Pouilly-en-Auxois' and 'Bois de Vélard loop from Châtellenot.' The Hiking around Thoisy-Le-Désert guide provides additional options.
Key natural features include the Canal de Bourgogne and the Réservoir de Cercey, a small lake that feeds the canal. The area is also close to the Morvan Regional Natural Park, known for its rolling hills and forests. The Auxois plain offers picturesque views and varied terrain.
Thoisy-Le-Désert is located on the Saint-Jacques de Compostelle pilgrimage route and features its own 12th-century Église Saint-Maurice and a 16th-century château. The medieval village of Châteauneuf-en-Auxois, with its castle and listed houses, is also nearby.
Komoot provides specific guides for various activities in Thoisy-Le-Désert. These include Road Cycling Routes, Touring Cycling, Hiking, MTB Trails, and Running Trails.
The official website for the Mairie (town hall) of Thoisy-Le-Désert is http://www.mairiethoisyledesert.fr. This site provides local information and services.
The phone number for the Mairie of Thoisy-Le-Désert is +33 3 80 90 61 06. This contact can be used for official inquiries regarding the village.

