Celles-Sur-Plaine is a rural commune located at the foot of the Vosges mountains in France's Grand Est region. Its natural setting features dense forests, tranquil lakes, and varied terrain, making it suitable for a range of outdoor pursuits. The landscape is characterized by water bodies, mid-mountain elevations, and extensive woodlands, providing diverse environments for activities. This area offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Celles-Sur-Plaine provides a…
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(24)
126
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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144
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8.72km
02:33
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.58km
02:30
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.8km
04:19
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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123
riders
30.7km
02:23
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.5km
02:02
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.2km
01:54
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.7km
01:07
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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97
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70.7km
03:24
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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33.2km
01:33
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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58.9km
02:42
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

16
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97.8km
04:59
1,220m
1,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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32
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42.8km
05:12
1,490m
1,490m
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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22.4km
01:12
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.9km
01:20
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.5km
01:30
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
runners
11.3km
01:29
350m
350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.6km
02:39
640m
640m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6.76km
00:45
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.17km
00:57
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
80.0km
06:11
1,660m
1,660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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44.3km
03:01
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.1km
03:29
860m
860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
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24.6km
01:39
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Celles-Sur-Plaine offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features dense forests, tranquil lakes, and varied terrain suitable for these pursuits. More than 70 routes are available on komoot for the area.
Celles-Sur-Plaine provides over 300 kilometers of marked hiking trails. A challenging 12.8-mile (20.6 km) circular hike from Celles-Sur-Plaine visits World War I observatories and the Tête du Coquin. An easier 3.8-mile (6.12 km) walk connects Lac de la Plaine to Lac du Vieux Pré. For more options, explore the Hiking around Celles-Sur-Plaine guide.
Yes, Celles-Sur-Plaine is equipped with more than 150 kilometers of F.F.C. certified mountain biking circuits. These trails are adapted for various difficulty levels, utilizing the area's mid-mountain terrain and dense pine forests. A 19.2-mile (30.9 km) loop around Tête du Coquin Summit is a popular option. Find more routes in the MTB Trails around Celles-Sur-Plaine guide.
The region offers diverse landscapes for road and touring cyclists. The "Véloroute Voie Verte de la Plaine" is a family-friendly, non-motorized path stretching 16.8 miles (27 km) along the Plaine river. A moderate 10.3-mile (16.6 km) loop around the Monument aux morts de Pierre-Percée and Lac de la Plaine is also available. Additional routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Celles-Sur-Plaine guide.
Yes, Celles-Sur-Plaine offers options suitable for families. The "Véloroute Voie Verte de la Plaine" is a greenway designed for leisurely touring and is family-friendly. The Lac de la Plaine features a leisure base with a beach and games, and offers water sports like pedal boats. An easier 3.8-mile (6.12 km) walk from Lac de la Plaine to Lac du Vieux Pré is also suitable for families.
Key natural features include the Vallée de la Plaine, also known as the "Belle Vallée," and two significant lakes: Lac de la Plaine and Lac de Pierre-Percée. The Tête du Coquin, at 2,746 feet (837 meters) altitude, offers notable viewpoints. Historical remnants like German observatories from World War I are also present.
There are 74 routes available on komoot for Celles-Sur-Plaine. These routes cover various sports including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The routes have been explored by more than 6,000 visitors.
Komoot offers several guides for Celles-Sur-Plaine to help users explore the region. These include Hiking around Celles-Sur-Plaine, MTB Trails around Celles-Sur-Plaine, Road Cycling Routes around Celles-Sur-Plaine, and Cycling around Celles-Sur-Plaine.
Routes in Celles-Sur-Plaine have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 600 users who have completed routes in the area. The high average rating indicates a positive experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
The official website for the municipality of Celles-sur-Plaine is celles-sur-plaine.fr. For inquiries related to sports and nature activities at the Lac de la Plaine, the "Pôle Sports-Nature" can be reached at +33329411709.
Yes, Celles-Sur-Plaine is home to two notable lakes: Lac de la Plaine and Lac de Pierre-Percée. Lac de la Plaine is a 37-hectare lake offering water sports such as rowing, canoeing, kayaking, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboarding. Lac de Pierre-Percée, covering 304 hectares, is known for its peaceful shores and natural setting.
The Tête du Coquin is a prominent summit in the Celles-Sur-Plaine region, reaching an altitude of 2,746 feet (837 meters). It offers remarkable viewpoints over the surrounding landscape. Hiking and mountain biking routes often include this peak, which also features historical German observatories from World War I.

