Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux is a commune situated in the Haute-Saône department of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France. This area is characterized by its tranquil rural setting, offering a landscape of rolling countryside, dense forests, and winding rivers. The commune itself features local woods, and its location provides access to the broader regional natural features such as the Plateau des 1000 Étangs and extensive forested areas, making it suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.6km
02:23
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.1km
01:51
360m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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60.1km
03:53
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780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9.19km
02:27
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100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.8km
04:39
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140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.3km
03:02
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140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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49
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32.3km
01:30
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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108km
05:16
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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41.6km
01:56
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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runners
11.1km
01:12
80m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.7km
01:13
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60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:46
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.12km
00:41
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19.5km
01:24
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.7km
02:16
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58.7km
04:11
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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17
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30.9km
02:20
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux and its surrounding region offer opportunities for various outdoor activities. These include touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The area provides a diverse landscape of rolling countryside, forests, and rivers for these pursuits.
Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux has attracted more than 3,000 visitors on komoot. Users have rated the available routes with an average of 4.32 out of 5 stars. There are 2 routes specifically listed within the commune, with more available in the wider region.
Yes, the region around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux is suitable for touring cycling. A significant route is the Voie Bleue, which runs through Haute-Saône alongside the Saône River. This route features a low gradient and safe sections, making it ideal for touring cyclists. More information can be found in the Cycling around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux guide.
The Haute-Saône region, accessible from Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux, is known for its road cycling options. It offers 21 signposted routes chosen for scenic beauty and low traffic. For experienced cyclists, the challenging ascent of La Planche des Belles Filles in the Southern Vosges provides a rewarding climb. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux guide.
The wider Haute-Saône region, including areas accessible from Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux, is favored for mountain biking. It features varied terrain, from deep forests to valleys. Dedicated trails can be found at mountain biking bases in areas like the 1000 Étangs and Monts de Gy. Refer to the MTB Trails around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux guide for more details.
Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux itself has 69 hectares of local woods suitable for walking. The commune's proximity to the Plateau des 1000 Étangs offers extensive hiking opportunities through forests, meadows, and ponds. The region also features sections of the GR59 and historic routes like the Via Francigena. Find more options in the Hiking around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux guide.
Yes, the region offers family-friendly options, particularly for cycling. The Voie Bleue, with its low gradient and safe sections along the Saône River, is suitable for families. Local woods in Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux also provide easy walking paths. The Plateau des 1000 Étangs offers gentle trails for all ages.
The area is characterized by rolling countryside, dense forests, and rivers. A significant natural feature is the Plateau des 1000 Étangs, located within the Southern Vosges, known for its mosaic of ponds, wetlands, and forests. The Forêt de Chaux is another extensive forested area nearby.
The Voie Bleue is a long-distance cycling route spanning over 430 miles (700 km) from Luxembourg to Lyon. A 87-mile (140 km) section runs through Haute-Saône alongside the Saône River, offering a low-gradient, safe path ideal for touring cyclists. Access points are available in the wider Haute-Saône region.
Komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux. These include Cycling around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux, Hiking around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux, Road Cycling Routes around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux, MTB Trails around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux, and Running Trails around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux.
For official inquiries regarding the Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux commune, contact the Mairie (town hall). The phone number is 03 84 94 57 70. Information can also be found on local government and tourism portals for Haute-Saône.
The terrain around Sainte-Marie-En-Chaux is characterized by rolling countryside and dense forests. For touring cyclists, routes like the Voie Bleue offer low gradients. Road cyclists can find varied terrain, including challenging climbs such as La Planche des Belles Filles in the Southern Vosges, which provides significant elevation gain.

