Malbrans, a region in the Doubs department within the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France, offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by its diverse natural landscapes, including the dramatic Loue Valley with its impressive cliffs and verdant riverbanks, as well as karstic forests and unique geological formations. This varied terrain provides an ideal environment for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Malbrans provides numerous routes for outdoor…
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4.0
(5)
30
hikers
5.27km
01:24
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.0
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15
hikers
5.14km
01:35
180m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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63
hikers
15.3km
04:24
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

14
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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8
riders
31.3km
02:44
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

7
riders
36.2km
02:37
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
34.3km
02:29
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
82.9km
06:39
1,610m
1,610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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48
riders
29.4km
02:18
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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33
riders
23.9km
02:09
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.2
(6)
60
riders
50.1km
04:18
880m
880m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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42
riders
21.2km
02:04
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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85
riders
20.8km
01:22
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

40
riders
32.1km
03:01
670m
670m
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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25
riders
56.6km
03:38
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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24
riders
38.3km
02:34
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31
runners
19.9km
02:29
540m
540m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

27
runners
14.5km
01:52
450m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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26
runners
16.7km
02:09
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

20
runners
20.1km
02:39
660m
660m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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17
riders
45.2km
02:13
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
18.1km
01:01
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
23.6km
01:21
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
riders
69.0km
03:21
950m
950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Malbrans offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse natural landscapes provide varied terrain for these sports.
Malbrans has attracted more than 9,000 visitors on komoot. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars, based on over 950 ratings.
Hiking routes in Malbrans explore diverse landscapes, from forest paths to panoramic viewpoints. Notable trails include 'La Colline de la Vierge' and 'Les corniches de Scey-Maisières.' Further options are available in the Hiking around Malbrans guide.
The Malbrans region, particularly the wider Loue Valley and Doubs department, is suitable for mountain biking. The area offers varied terrain and numerous signposted routes for different skill levels. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Malbrans guide.
Malbrans and the Loue Valley offer scenic roads ideal for touring cyclists and road cyclists. Routes explore picturesque villages and natural beauty. Find more information in the Cycling around Malbrans and Road Cycling Routes around Malbrans guides.
Yes, the many hiking trails and quiet rural roads in and around Malbrans provide opportunities for jogging. These routes allow runners to experience the natural surroundings. Consult the Running Trails around Malbrans guide for options.
The Malbrans region is characterized by the dramatic Loue Valley, featuring impressive cliffs and verdant riverbanks. Other notable features include karstic forests, unique geological formations called lapiaz, and panoramic viewpoints like the Vierge monument.
Yes, Malbrans offers terrain suitable for gravel biking. The region's varied paths and rural roads provide an ideal environment for this activity. Specific routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Malbrans guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Malbrans, including MTB Trails around Malbrans, Hiking around Malbrans, Cycling around Malbrans, Running Trails around Malbrans, Road Cycling Routes around Malbrans, and Gravel biking around Malbrans.
For tourism information regarding Malbrans and the wider Loue Valley, contact the Office de Tourisme Destination Loue Lison. The phone number is +33381622150. More information may be available via www.valleedelaloue.com.

