Passonfontaine is a commune located in the Doubs department of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France. The area is characterized by diverse landscapes, including significant peatlands, impressive waterfalls, and panoramic viewpoints. This varied terrain provides an excellent setting for several outdoor activities like hiking, jogging, gravel biking, road cycling, and more. Its natural features make Passonfontaine a compelling destination for active exploration.
Passonfontaine offers a wide range of outdoor activities for all skill levels. Explorers…
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50
hikers
7.06km
01:57
130m
130m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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6.32km
01:43
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100m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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14.0km
03:53
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
8.71km
02:28
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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riders
17.1km
01:17
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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83.4km
06:01
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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65.4km
04:31
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1,200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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20.1km
01:25
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240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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runners
4.98km
00:34
80m
80m
Easy run. Mostly paved surfaces.

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16.5km
01:55
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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12.8km
01:26
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140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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7.20km
00:45
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70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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168
riders
53.7km
02:13
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.9km
02:30
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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59.2km
02:59
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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33.7km
01:39
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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riders
36.9km
03:10
660m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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34
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19.8km
01:11
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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riders
49.3km
03:09
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

1.0
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riders
94.2km
05:57
1,000m
1,000m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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36.0km
02:45
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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77.7km
07:17
1,690m
1,690m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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riders
30.1km
02:24
530m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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26.8km
01:48
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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Passonfontaine offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Gravel biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features more than 20 routes. These routes have been explored by over 4,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars.
The region is characterized by diverse landscapes, including significant peatlands and impressive waterfalls. A notable natural wonder is the Cascade de Syratu, the largest waterfall in the Doubs department, with a total height difference of 230 meters. The Roche Barchey viewpoint also offers panoramic views of the Val de Vennes and the Haut Doubs.
Komoot provides several guides for outdoor activities in the region. These include guides for Hiking around Passonfontaine, Running Trails around Passonfontaine, and Gravel biking around Passonfontaine. Guides are also available for Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, and Mountain Biking.
Passonfontaine and the broader Jura Mountains are known for gravel biking opportunities. The region offers itineraries that traverse diverse landscapes. A dedicated guide for Gravel biking around Passonfontaine is available on komoot.
Passonfontaine offers various road cycling routes, including the Col sur le Mont, which presents a scenic route with an average slope of 5.2% over 2.4 miles (3.9 kilometers). A komoot guide for Road Cycling Routes around Passonfontaine provides more options.
The Col sur le Mont is a notable trail and mountain pass located between Grand'Combe-Châteleu and Ville-du-Pont. It is suitable for cycling, featuring an average slope of 5.2% over 2.4 miles (3.9 kilometers) and reaching an elevation of 3,156 feet (962 meters). Cyclists should be aware of potential potholes on the paved surface.
Yes, Passonfontaine offers mountain biking trails. The region's diverse terrain, including forest sections, provides suitable conditions for MTB. A komoot guide for MTB Trails around Passonfontaine is available, listing 11 routes.
Near Hauterive-la-Fresse, the Chemin du Train is a wide path suitable for both cycling and walking. It meanders through meadows and forest sections, offering a pleasant and accessible route for various activities. This path provides a more leisurely option for outdoor enthusiasts.
Outdoor activities in Passonfontaine are popular on komoot, with over 4,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars from more than 500 ratings. There are 27 total routes available across various sports.
For inquiries regarding Passonfontaine, the local Mairie (town hall) can be contacted. The phone number is +33 3 81 43 26 93. The official website for the commune is intramuros.org/passonfontaine.
Passonfontaine offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. The Chemin du Train, for example, provides a wide path through meadows and forests, suitable for walking or casual cycling. Komoot guides for specific sports may also highlight routes with lower difficulty ratings.
The terrain in Passonfontaine is diverse, ranging from significant peatlands and impressive waterfalls to panoramic viewpoints. It includes both paved and unpaved paths, with areas of meadows, forest sections, and mountain passes. This variety supports activities like hiking, cycling, and mountain biking.

