Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses
Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses
Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses is a biosphere reserve located within the Massif des Albères, in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie, France. This area features a varied terrain, ranging from lower elevations upwards, encompassing a significant altitudinal and climatic gradient. Characterized by mature forests, rocky gneiss formations, and a deeply incised valley, the reserve offers diverse landscapes suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. Its unique topography and largely undisturbed natural…
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507
riders
86.4km
05:07
1,780m
1,780m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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234
riders
56.2km
02:18
170m
170m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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57
riders
27.7km
01:19
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

56
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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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4.7
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256
hikers
18.5km
07:04
1,150m
1,150m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
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138
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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53
hikers
4.45km
01:15
90m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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224
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11.0km
03:27
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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128
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57.0km
03:44
700m
700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.3km
03:41
1,200m
1,200m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
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30.9km
01:56
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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67
riders
23.1km
02:07
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
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82
runners
12.4km
02:26
1,090m
1,090m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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23.7km
04:32
1,840m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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runners
19.4km
03:07
1,100m
1,090m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

28
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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39
riders
25.1km
02:03
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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43
riders
27.7km
03:25
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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28.7km
03:17
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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42
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34.8km
02:28
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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23
riders
33.1km
02:45
830m
830m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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86.9km
06:16
1,170m
1,170m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52.9km
04:09
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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22
riders
45.7km
03:06
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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10
hikers
12.3km
04:29
720m
720m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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2
hikers
17.1km
06:54
1,220m
1,220m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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9.00km
04:01
590m
590m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses is a biosphere reserve located within the Massif des Albères, in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie, France. It is characterized by varied terrain, mature forests, and rocky gneiss formations, encompassing a significant altitudinal and climatic gradient.
The reserve offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. These activities take advantage of the diverse landscapes and extensive trail network within the area.
Yes, Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses offers easy hikes suitable for beginners. These trails provide an accessible way to experience the reserve's natural environment. For more information, consult the Easy hikes in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses guide.
Yes, the reserve features family-friendly hiking routes designed for various ages and skill levels. These trails often have gentler gradients and shorter distances. Details can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses guide.
The region offers mountain biking routes with significant elevation changes, suitable for challenging rides. An example is the "Puig de Sant Cristau – Chalet des Albères depuis le Château d'Ultrera" route, which is approximately 25.4 miles (40.9 km) long. More options are available in the MTB Trails in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses guide.
Road cycling routes in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses utilize the diverse topography of the Massif des Albères. These routes can be demanding due to the mountainous terrain. For specific routes, refer to the Road Cycling Routes in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses guide.
Yes, the area offers traffic-free cycling options for both touring and road cycling. These routes provide a quieter experience away from vehicular traffic. Guides for these routes include Traffic-free bike rides (Touring) and Traffic-free bike rides (Road Cycling).
The reserve is known for its mature and subnatural forests, rocky gneiss formations on its northern slopes, and a deeply incised valley. It also features a significant altitudinal gradient, contributing to its ecological richness.
Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses is a popular destination, with more than 174,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. Activities in the region have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars from over 19,500 ratings.
Komoot provides a guide specifically for hikes accessible from bus stations within the reserve. This resource helps users plan their trips using public transportation. Consult the Hikes from bus stations in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Du Vallon Des Moixoses guide for details.
The reserve offers various hiking routes, including challenging options like the "Pic dels Quatre Termes – Puig dels Pradets loop," which is approximately 10.5 miles (16.9 km) with 3,346 feet (1,020 m) of elevation gain. The GR 10 long-distance trail also traverses the broader Forêt Domaniale des Albères.
As a "Réserve Biologique Dirigée," the area is managed by the Office National des Forêts (ONF). For general inquiries regarding the Pyrénées-Orientales department, the ONF can be contacted.

