Montracol is a commune located in the Ain department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in eastern France. Situated between the Bresse and Dombes regions, Montracol offers a varied landscape characterized by open countryside, forests, and gently rolling hills. This geographical setting provides diverse terrain suitable for several outdoor sports like mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more. The area's natural features, including numerous ponds and a blend of rural tranquility, contribute to a range of outdoor experiences.
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4.4
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Average rating
372
People visited

4.5
(13)
46
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(13)
36
riders
64.5km
04:25
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
9
riders
22.9km
01:29
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
9
riders
43.4km
02:52
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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16
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
49.5km
02:37
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
47.2km
01:57
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
32.5km
01:23
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3
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8.16km
02:08
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
hikers
6.94km
01:50
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.66km
01:32
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
hikers
11.5km
03:00
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
runners
9.97km
01:02
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
11.3km
01:11
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
10.3km
01:04
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
8.65km
00:54
70m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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6
riders
20.2km
01:13
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
12.9km
00:47
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
9.91km
00:35
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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3
riders
25.0km
01:32
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Montracol offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features 14 routes catering to diverse interests and skill levels.
Montracol is situated near the Bresse and Revermont areas, which offer extensive mountain biking networks. The Revermont region provides over 660 km (410 miles) of trails with varied terrain and scenic views. For specific routes, consult the MTB Trails around Montracol guide.
The Bresse area, near Montracol, offers easier, family-friendly trails that showcase typical Bresse landscapes, including bocage and ponds. These routes are suitable for touring cyclists and those seeking a more relaxed experience. The Cycling around Montracol guide provides further details.
The Ain department, where Montracol is located, is known for its extensive road cycling network, featuring over 2,222 km (1,380 miles) of routes. These include flat sections and challenging passes. Detailed routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Montracol guide.
Montracol's location between the Bresse and Dombes regions provides diverse terrain. This includes open countryside, forests, gently rolling hills, and numerous ponds. The Revermont area offers sportier routes with ascents, while Bresse provides flatter, more tranquil paths.
Montracol's routes are highly regarded by the komoot community. More than 10,000 visitors have explored the area, and the 14 available routes hold an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 stars.
Montracol offers specific pedestrian paths for walking and jogging, such as the 'Circuit du Vieux Jonc' and 'Circuit la Vallière.' These circuits feature varying distances and minimal elevation changes. For more options, consult the Hiking around Montracol guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Montracol, including MTB Trails around Montracol, Cycling around Montracol, Running Trails around Montracol, Road Cycling Routes around Montracol, Hiking around Montracol, and Gravel biking around Montracol.
Montracol and its surrounding areas provide suitable terrain for gravel biking, combining elements of road and off-road cycling. The varied landscapes between Bresse and Dombes offer diverse routes. Explore options in the Gravel biking around Montracol guide.
For official information about Montracol, visit the commune's website at montracol.com. The Mairie (town hall) can also be reached by phone at +33474242880.
Montracol offers several dedicated pedestrian paths suitable for jogging and running, including circuits like 'Circuit du Vieux Jonc' and 'Circuit la Vallière.' These routes have minimal elevation changes. Four specific jogging routes are available in the area, detailed in the Running Trails around Montracol guide.

