Ponsonnas is a commune located in the Isère department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in France. Situated on the Matheysine plateau and perched above the Drac river, the area features mountainous terrain, deep gorges, and views of surrounding peaks like Obiou. This landscape provides a setting for several outdoor activities, including touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Ponsonnas, the region offers 5 routes across several sports like…
92
Routes
4.6
(167)
Average rating
2274
People visited

4.5
(4)
30
riders
40.3km
03:01
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(8)
133
riders
66.2km
04:38
1,260m
1,260m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(5)
130
riders
41.4km
02:42
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
66
riders
44.1km
03:25
1,200m
1,200m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
273
riders
95.3km
05:07
1,840m
1,840m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(6)
112
riders
34.3km
01:43
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
(8)
75
riders
81.9km
04:42
1,870m
1,870m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
76
riders
65.3km
03:24
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
(7)
28
hikers
8.48km
03:08
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.4
(5)
25
hikers
9.64km
02:50
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
9
hikers
22.1km
07:47
1,010m
1,010m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4
hikers
13.5km
04:18
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.9
(17)
16
riders
34.5km
03:37
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.0
(2)
12
riders
25.2km
02:31
760m
760m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(4)
13
riders
31.6km
03:41
630m
630m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(1)
12
riders
47.0km
04:06
930m
930m
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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24
runners
8.22km
01:17
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8
runners
4.64km
00:31
60m
60m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
12.4km
01:19
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
10.6km
01:24
430m
430m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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12
hikers
9.18km
04:16
790m
790m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
(1)
11
hikers
8.99km
04:04
840m
840m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(2)
7
hikers
15.4km
05:19
750m
750m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
6
hikers
12.5km
04:01
450m
460m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Ponsonnas offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, and Jogging. The region features 5 routes with an average rating of 4.53 stars from more than 2,000 ratings. More than 22,000 visitors have explored these routes.
Ponsonnas provides numerous hiking opportunities, with trails leading to landmarks like the Ponsonnas Bridge and along the Drac gorges. The Matheysine region offers diverse options, from accessible walks to challenging ascents. For more information, consult the Hiking around Ponsonnas guide.
Ponsonnas offers routes for both Touring cycling and Road cycling. Cyclists can explore the region's diverse roads and elevation changes. Specific guides include Cycling around Ponsonnas and Road Cycling Routes around Ponsonnas.
Mountain biking opportunities are available in the Ponsonnas area, with trails designed for varied landscapes. The region is part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, known for its extensive cycle routes. Details can be found in the MTB Trails around Ponsonnas guide.
Ponsonnas is perched on the corniche of the Drac, offering panoramic views of surrounding summits like Obiou. Other notable features include the Drac river gorges, the Matheysine plateau with its lakes, and the "Pierre Percée" natural arch.
The Ponsonnas region is home to the Pont de Ponsonnas, known for bungee jumping from a height of 338 feet (103 meters). The area also features impressive Himalayan footbridges, such as the Passerelle du Drac (722 feet / 220 meters long) and the Passerelle de l'Ebron (590 feet / 180 meters long).
Komoot offers several guides for the Ponsonnas region, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Ponsonnas, Road Cycling Routes around Ponsonnas, Hiking around Ponsonnas, MTB Trails around Ponsonnas, Mountain Hikes around Ponsonnas, and Running Trails around Ponsonnas.
Outdoor routes in Ponsonnas have received an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from Komoot users. This rating is based on more than 2,000 individual ratings.
The official website for the commune of Ponsonnas is ponsonnas.fr. The Mairie (Town Hall) of Ponsonnas can be reached by phone at +33476811303.
The mountainous terrain around Ponsonnas, including the Matheysine region and proximity to Écrins National Park, offers options for mountaineering. The Mountain Hikes around Ponsonnas guide provides relevant information.
The terrain for cycling in Ponsonnas is characterized by mountainous landscapes and varied elevation changes. The region is situated on the Matheysine plateau and features roads suitable for both touring and road cycling, as well as mountain bike trails.

