Ponthévrard is a region situated near the expansive Rambouillet Forest, offering a diverse natural environment for outdoor activities. The landscape features a mix of centuries-old oak and pine forests, sandy paths, ferns, and heather, with terrain varying from gentle forest roads to more challenging hillsides and valleys. Natural water features, such as the Étangs de Hollande, contribute to the scenic beauty and provide opportunities for observing local wildlife. This varied geography makes Ponthévrard suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain…
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21
hikers
16.7km
04:21
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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21.0km
05:31
170m
170m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.1km
03:55
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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36.0km
02:10
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.3km
01:12
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
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39.9km
03:13
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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28.2km
02:01
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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56.1km
03:53
320m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31
runners
19.4km
02:18
170m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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9.97km
01:07
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.3km
01:24
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.44km
00:57
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50.5km
02:16
190m
190m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

10
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81.7km
03:23
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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3
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27.7km
01:48
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ponthévrard offers a range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region's proximity to the Rambouillet Forest provides diverse terrain for these sports. More than 6,000 visitors have explored routes in this area.
Ponthévrard provides access to various hiking trails within the Rambouillet Forest, suitable for different skill levels. Notable routes include the Gruyer Pond Trail and the 9 km (5.6 mi) Pierre Ardoue Dolmen Trail. For more options, consult the Hiking around Ponthévrard guide.
Yes, the Rambouillet Forest near Ponthévrard features an extensive network of trails suitable for mountain biking. These routes traverse forests of pines and oaks, passing by scenic spots like the Etang de Hollande. The MTB Trails around Ponthévrard guide details specific options.
Ponthévrard offers various cycling opportunities, including touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. Routes explore diverse landscapes between villages, fields, and royal roads. Cyclists can find detailed options in the Cycling around Ponthévrard, Road Cycling Routes around Ponthévrard, and Gravel biking around Ponthévrard guides.
The Rambouillet Forest provides numerous trails ideal for jogging, offering varied distances and difficulty levels. Routes like the Boucle de la Haute Vallée de Chevreuse are popular among runners. The Running Trails around Ponthévrard guide offers more specific information.
Ponthévrard is situated near the Rambouillet Forest, which features centuries-old oak and pine forests, sandy paths, ferns, and heather. Natural water features like the Étangs de Hollande (Ponds of Holland) and other serene ponds and streams are also present. The terrain includes gentle forest roads, hillsides, and valleys.
The Rambouillet Forest offers trails suitable for easy family walks, with options ranging from short loops to longer excursions. The diverse and extensive network of paths caters to various skill levels, making it accessible for families. Specific routes can be found in the hiking and cycling guides.
Outdoor routes in Ponthévrard are popular, with more than 6,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars. There are 11 total routes recorded on komoot for this region.
Komoot offers several guides for Ponthévrard, including Hiking around Ponthévrard, MTB Trails around Ponthévrard, Cycling around Ponthévrard, Running Trails around Ponthévrard, Road Cycling Routes around Ponthévrard, and Gravel biking around Ponthévrard.
Yes, trails in the Ponthévrard area pass by various historical elements. These include vestiges of the network of ponds and channels built under Louis XIV, former abbeys, and a Neolithic dolmen. These features add a historical dimension to outdoor explorations.
The trails in Ponthévrard, primarily within the Rambouillet Forest, feature diverse terrain. This includes gentle forest roads, sandy paths, and more challenging sections with hillsides and valleys. The landscape is characterized by centuries-old oak and pine forests, ferns, and heather.
The official website for the municipality of Ponthévrard is https://ponthevrard.fr/. The phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Ponthévrard is +33130412213.

