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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3.9
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510
riders
86.1km
04:46
1,560m
1,560m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.7
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88
riders
31.8km
01:24
300m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51
riders
113km
06:13
2,020m
2,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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55
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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254
hikers
18.2km
06:58
1,150m
1,150m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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52
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4.45km
01:15
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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213
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11.1km
03:29
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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129
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3.75km
01:06
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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127
riders
58.0km
03:54
730m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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185
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23.2km
01:21
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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145
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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114
riders
35.5km
03:42
1,200m
1,200m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.4
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68
riders
19.1km
01:46
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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39
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25.1km
02:03
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.9km
01:18
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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42
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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5.0
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74
runners
12.4km
02:25
1,090m
1,090m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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47
runners
19.4km
03:07
1,100m
1,090m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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10
runners
9.71km
01:05
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.3
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19
riders
30.3km
02:37
850m
850m
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.

4.0
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11
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46.3km
03:13
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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11
riders
77.6km
05:36
660m
660m
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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hikers
17.1km
06:53
1,210m
1,210m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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

1
hikers
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.

