Gilhac-Et-Bruzac, a region in the Ardèche department of France, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. Characterized by rolling hills, deeply entrenched river valleys like the Turzon, and forested areas, the commune provides varied environments for exploration. Its position within the wider Ardèche area means access to both Mediterranean and mountainous influences, creating a rich natural setting. This varied terrain supports several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
The region…
118
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4.4
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Average rating
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4.6
(106)
723
riders
47.7km
02:46
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(42)
417
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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269
riders
55.6km
03:39
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(22)
159
riders
31.7km
02:06
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.7
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250
riders
39.2km
01:47
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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185
riders
80.9km
03:48
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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70
riders
63.5km
02:53
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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145
riders
44.8km
02:34
890m
890m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(9)
117
hikers
10.1km
03:25
440m
440m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.7
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21
hikers
3.63km
01:15
200m
200m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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42
hikers
10.9km
03:21
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
9.16km
02:38
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(10)
76
riders
34.8km
02:26
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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25
riders
29.4km
02:53
860m
860m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.3
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41
riders
27.3km
02:32
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(11)
44
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
runners
16.1km
01:56
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
36.7km
03:53
150m
150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
6.30km
00:40
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
13.9km
01:58
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.9
(8)
43
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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25
riders
28.7km
01:37
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(15)
95
riders
49.8km
02:42
60m
60m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
41
riders
82.2km
05:53
1,810m
1,810m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gilhac-Et-Bruzac offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. There are 11 routes available on komoot, with an average rating of 4.52 stars from more than 2,000 ratings.
Hiking trails in Gilhac-Et-Bruzac lead through forests and offer views of the Ardèche mountains and the Rhône valley. The region provides access to the Turzon river valley and routes that follow the GR®42 and GR®42B trails. More details can be found in the Hiking around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac guide.
Yes, Gilhac-Et-Bruzac features roads with light traffic and picturesque scenery suitable for touring cycling. The wider Ardèche region includes routes like the Ardéchoise and the ViaRhôna. Information on these routes is available in the Cycling around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac guide.
Road cycling routes in Gilhac-Et-Bruzac traverse diverse terrain, shifting from Mediterranean to Alpine characteristics. The area features rolling landscapes, picturesque villages, and unspoiled scenery. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac guide for specific routes.
The hilly and forested terrain around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac, characteristic of the Ardèche department, offers opportunities for mountain biking. Circuits and paths traverse villages, forests, and volcanic ridges. Specific trails are detailed in the MTB Trails around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac guide.
Gilhac-Et-Bruzac is characterized by its rolling hills and the deeply entrenched valley of the Turzon river. The ruins of Pierregourde Castle, perched on a rocky peak, offer a 360° panorama of the Rhône and Eyrieux valleys. The area also features diverse flora and fauna influenced by the Mediterranean climate.
The region offers a variety of routes, and some trails are suitable for different skill levels, including those that might be considered family-friendly. The diverse terrain allows for varied experiences. Specific routes can be explored through the komoot guides for hiking and cycling.
Outdoor activities in Gilhac-Et-Bruzac are popular, with more than 26,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The 11 available routes have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Gilhac-Et-Bruzac, including Cycling around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac, Road Cycling Routes around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac, and Hiking around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac. Guides for Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging are also available.
The official website for Gilhac-Et-Bruzac is http://www.gilhac-et-bruzac.fr. The Mairie (town hall) can be reached by phone at 04 75 40 83 89.
Yes, Gilhac-Et-Bruzac is suitable for gravel biking, offering routes that combine paved and unpaved surfaces through its varied landscapes. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Gilhac-Et-Bruzac, provides specific route information.
The region's diverse terrain, from river valleys to rocky peaks, suggests varied elevation changes for cycling. The Turzon river originates at 766 meters (2,513 feet) in Gilhac-Et-Bruzac, indicating significant ascents and descents are possible. The ruins of Pierregourde Castle are over 600 meters (1,968 feet) high.

