Montesson, a commune in the Yvelines department, offers a blend of rural and agricultural landscapes, green spaces, and riverside paths. This area, located near Paris, features low elevation and well-maintained terrain suitable for various outdoor pursuits. The Plaine de Montesson provides open fields, while the Seine River offers tranquil banks for exploration. These natural features make Montesson a destination for several sports like road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
Montesson provides more than…
127
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4.3
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16
hikers
6.62km
01:43
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.60km
01:44
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
29.1km
07:26
100m
100m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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127
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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364
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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170
riders
68.6km
03:01
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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117
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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77
riders
22.5km
01:03
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
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633
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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146
runners
18.0km
02:01
90m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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95
runners
11.4km
01:11
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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73
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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4.5
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215
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
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214
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42
riders
68.4km
04:20
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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38
riders
51.3km
03:33
240m
240m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.6
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76
riders
37.7km
02:07
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
16.9km
01:16
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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13
riders
31.7km
02:33
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
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11
riders
64.2km
03:36
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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44
riders
60.4km
03:31
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
54.4km
03:57
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Montesson offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 25 routes with an average rating of 4.37 stars from over 7,000 reviews. Its blend of rural landscapes and riverside paths provides diverse options for exploration.
Road cycling routes in Montesson often traverse the flat Plaine de Montesson and follow the scenic Seine riverbanks. These routes are generally low in elevation, catering to cyclists of various levels. For detailed options, explore the Road Cycling Routes around Montesson guide.
Yes, touring cycling routes frequently follow the tranquil Seine River banks in Montesson. One popular route, "Along the Seine – Île de Chatou loop," offers an easy 11.7-mile (18.9 km) trail. These paths provide picturesque views and a peaceful atmosphere for cyclists.
Montesson offers several locations for hiking. The Parc départemental de la Boucle de Montesson features designated hiking trails and walking paths, including an observatory for birdwatching. The Parc des Sophoras also provides footpaths perfect for leisurely strolls. More options are available in the Hiking around Montesson guide.
Jogging routes in Montesson can be found across the open spaces of the Plaine de Montesson and along the scenic Seine riverbanks. The Parc départemental de la Boucle de Montesson and Parc des Sophoras also offer suitable footpaths for runs. Consult the Running Trails around Montesson guide for specific routes.
Montesson features several notable natural landscapes. The Plaine de Montesson is an expansive agricultural plain ideal for cycling and jogging. The Seine River and its banks offer scenic paths. The Parc départemental de la Boucle de Montesson includes the Étang de l'Epinoche, a natural zone of ecological interest, and the Parc des Sophoras provides formal and landscaped gardens with a lake.
Montesson's low elevation and well-maintained paths across the Plaine de Montesson and along the Seine make it welcoming for all levels, including families. Parks like the Parc des Sophoras offer footpaths and activity spaces suitable for all ages. Many routes are accessible for relaxed exploration.
Montesson's routes are highly regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars. More than 111,000 visitors have explored the region, contributing to over 7,000 ratings for its 25 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Montesson, including Road Cycling Routes around Montesson, Running Trails around Montesson, Cycling around Montesson, Hiking around Montesson, MTB Trails around Montesson, and Gravel biking around Montesson.
The official website for Montesson is https://www.montesson.fr/. For direct inquiries, the Montesson town hall can be reached by phone at +33 (0)1 30 15 39 39.
Montesson offers predominantly flat and low-elevation terrain, particularly across the Plaine de Montesson and along the Seine riverbanks. This makes it suitable for various cycling levels, from relaxed exploration to longer excursions. The paths are generally well-maintained.
Yes, Montesson includes options for mountain biking. While the region is known for its flat terrain, specific trails cater to MTB enthusiasts. For more information, consult the MTB Trails around Montesson guide.
Montesson provides routes suitable for gravel biking, leveraging its mix of rural and agricultural landscapes. These routes offer a blend of paved and unpaved surfaces for varied cycling experiences. Details can be found in the Gravel biking around Montesson guide.

