Vernierfontaine, a region in the Doubs department of France's Burgundy-Franche-Comté, offers varied landscapes ideal for outdoor pursuits. The area features a blend of forests, valleys, and the foothills of the Jura Mountains, providing diverse terrain for exploration. This geographical composition supports several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, and more, making it a compelling destination for active adventurers.
Vernierfontaine provides a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. The region features 6 routes…
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4.8
(13)
112
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

3.7
(6)
48
hikers
11.0km
03:09
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.8
(5)
89
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

15
hikers
2.63km
00:43
40m
40m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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5.0
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41
riders
63.4km
03:07
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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36
riders
60.3km
02:59
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24
riders
48.9km
02:13
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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25
riders
62.5km
03:26
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.0
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41
runners
17.7km
02:14
390m
390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

11
runners
10.7km
01:08
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

8
runners
8.03km
00:50
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

8
runners
9.39km
00:59
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.8
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21
riders
25.8km
02:10
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

4.5
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14
riders
31.4km
02:19
370m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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18
riders
37.4km
02:53
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

4.5
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15
riders
56.0km
04:49
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.
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4.5
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23
riders
35.7km
02:35
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

10
riders
83.4km
06:01
1,350m
1,350m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.0
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8
riders
36.0km
02:36
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.0
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9
riders
17.3km
01:14
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.7
(3)
17
riders
51.9km
03:26
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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13
riders
48.9km
03:21
830m
830m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.8
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13
riders
30.8km
02:03
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.0
(1)
9
riders
23.1km
01:25
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Vernierfontaine offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region's diverse landscapes, featuring forests, valleys, and the Jura Mountains, support these pursuits.
Yes, Vernierfontaine provides road cycling routes with varied terrain, including winding roads in the Jura Mountains. Some routes offer significant elevation gains. For specific options, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Vernierfontaine guide.
Vernierfontaine is suitable for mountain biking, featuring forest trails and varied routes for different skill levels. The wider Burgundy region offers extensive MTB itineraries. Details can be found in the MTB Trails around Vernierfontaine guide.
The Vernierfontaine region offers numerous hiking trails, ranging from leisurely strolls to challenging ridge-top routes. These trails often lead through forests, past prominent peaks, and alongside lakes and valleys. Explore options in the Hiking around Vernierfontaine guide.
Yes, touring cycling is a viable option in the Vernierfontaine region due to extensive cycling paths and routes like the Grande Traversée du Jura (GTJ) and EuroVelo 6 in the wider area. The Cycling around Vernierfontaine guide provides more information.
Notable natural features include Mont d'Or, the highest peak in the region at 4,799 feet (1,463 meters), offering panoramic views. Saint-Point Lake, the third largest natural lake in France, and the Loue Valley with its caves and waterfalls are also significant attractions.
The region offers options suitable for families, such as leisurely walks around Saint-Point Lake on its 12-mile (20-kilometer) path. Some mountain biking trails, particularly sections of the 'Great Morvan Crossing,' are designed as family-friendly 'discovery' routes.
More than 11,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Vernierfontaine on komoot. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Vernierfontaine, including Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Hiking, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Running Trails.
For general information regarding Vernierfontaine, the Mairie (town hall) can be contacted. The phone number for Mairie de Vernierfontaine is +33381600102.
Yes, Vernierfontaine offers opportunities for gravel biking. The region's varied terrain, including forest trails and country lanes, is suitable for this activity. More details are available in the Gravel biking around Vernierfontaine guide.

