Sarcey, a region in the Rhône department of France, presents a varied landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. It features the cultivated fields and vineyards of the Beaujolais des Pierres Dorées, alongside the more rugged, wooded terrains of the Monts du Lyonnais. This diverse geography supports several sports like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more, offering a range of experiences from gentle rides through vineyards to challenging climbs in forested hills.
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Average rating
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5.0
(6)
27
riders
37.1km
03:31
970m
970m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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12
riders
37.0km
03:02
790m
790m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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riders
54.4km
04:58
1,230m
1,230m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

12
riders
20.6km
01:48
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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4.6
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38
riders
34.4km
02:40
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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29
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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13
riders
46.6km
03:28
1,000m
1,000m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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7
riders
26.6km
01:47
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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52
riders
59.2km
03:09
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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41
riders
60.3km
02:43
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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34
riders
44.9km
02:23
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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33
riders
21.0km
01:07
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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38
runners
9.07km
00:57
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

28
runners
12.4km
01:33
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

9
runners
24.8km
02:59
610m
610m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

7
runners
13.9km
01:41
300m
300m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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23
hikers
4.43km
01:20
150m
150m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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18
hikers
6.39km
01:48
130m
130m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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16
hikers
12.1km
03:31
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.2
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19
hikers
9.55km
02:40
190m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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18
riders
40.0km
02:52
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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10
riders
54.2km
04:03
990m
990m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5
riders
18.3km
01:23
360m
360m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4
riders
33.4km
02:22
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Sarcey offers diverse outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 19 routes with an average rating of 4.53 stars from more than 17,000 visitors.
Touring cyclists can explore varied terrain from moderate rides through vineyards to challenging climbs in the Monts du Lyonnais. Routes like 'Vers le col de la Luère' offer significant elevation gain, while the 'Boucle Château et Église de Bully' provides a scenic ride. More information is available in the Cycling around Sarcey guide.
Sarcey features approximately 10 miles (16 km) of marked hiking trails that traverse vineyards, meadows, and forests. Popular routes include loops around the Glay quarries, Popey waterfall, and Mont Chatard. The 'Boucle de la Madone' is a 6.5-mile (10.5 km) hike known for its scenic beauty. Consult the Hiking around Sarcey guide for details.
Mountain biking in Sarcey offers dense woods, rolling hills, and varied forest trails with both moderate and challenging options. Routes such as the 'Boucle du Bois du Château – Forêt de Flachère' provide significant elevation gains and technical sections. The Grande Traversée du Rhône by mountain bike also passes through the area. Find more details in the MTB Trails around Sarcey guide.
Many of the region's well-maintained hiking and cycling routes are suitable for jogging. The varied terrain, from flat sections through fields to gentle inclines, provides options for different fitness levels. Several running routes are listed in the Running Trails around Sarcey guide.
Sarcey is known for its vast vineyards and cultivated fields of the Beaujolais des Pierres Dorées, as well as the wooded Monts du Lyonnais. Elevated points like the 'table de lecture du paysage de la Madone' offer expansive 180-degree panoramas. The region also features picturesque 'golden stones' villages and rural heritage sites.
The diverse terrain in Sarcey includes routes suitable for various skill levels, making it possible to find family-friendly options. Gentler paths through vineyards and cultivated fields are available for less strenuous activities. Specific routes can be identified by checking their difficulty ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Sarcey, including Cycling around Sarcey, Hiking around Sarcey, Running Trails around Sarcey, and MTB Trails around Sarcey. Guides for Road Cycling and Gravel Biking are also available.
Sarcey is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 17,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
The official website for the commune of Sarcey is www.sarcey-69.fr. The phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Sarcey is +33474268655. For broader tourism inquiries, contact the Office de Tourisme des Monts du Lyonnais.
Yes, Sarcey offers challenging routes for advanced cyclists, particularly in the Monts du Lyonnais. These areas feature significant ascents and descents, as well as technical sections for mountain bikers. Routes like 'Vers le col de la Luère' provide substantial elevation gain for experienced road cyclists.
Cyclists in Sarcey can experience diverse landscapes, including the extensive vineyards and cultivated fields of the Beaujolais des Pierres Dorées. The region also features rolling hills and wooded areas, particularly in the Monts du Lyonnais. Picturesque 'golden stones' villages are also visible along many routes.

