Malbouhans, a commune in the Haute-Saône department of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in France, is situated amidst diverse natural landscapes. The area benefits from its proximity to the Vosges and Jura Mountains, offering a varied terrain of deep forests, rolling hills, cultivated fields, and the unique glacial landscape of the Plateau des Mille Étangs. This geographical composition provides a suitable environment for several outdoor activities, including touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. The region's varied topography ensures a…
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72
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9.59km
02:30
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.59km
01:19
110m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.07km
00:57
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100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.64km
02:11
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
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29.2km
01:55
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50.7km
03:10
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.4km
02:50
430m
430m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

46
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138km
09:26
2,300m
2,300m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
3.94km
00:29
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.3km
02:33
40m
40m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.5km
03:14
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.87km
00:49
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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45
riders
101km
05:12
1,700m
1,700m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44.6km
02:07
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
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129km
06:13
1,790m
1,790m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
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104km
05:18
1,680m
1,680m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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37
riders
56.2km
05:27
1,210m
1,210m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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35.4km
02:40
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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20
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31.0km
02:22
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.1km
02:37
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22.6km
01:36
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54.7km
03:39
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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40.4km
02:49
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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17.8km
01:18
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Malbouhans offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 9 routes, with an average rating of 4.45 stars from over 1,100 ratings.
Yes, Malbouhans is a starting point for touring cycling routes. The broader Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region provides extensive cycle paths, including the 800 km Tour of Burgundy by bike. For more details, consult the Cycling around Malbouhans guide.
Malbouhans offers mountain biking routes through forests and valleys. A notable route is a moderate 22 mile (35.4 km) loop around Etang de la Dame, which requires good fitness. The Plateau des Mille Étangs also features a 10.5 mile (17 km) circuit suitable for mountain bikers. Explore more options in the MTB Trails around Malbouhans guide.
The region around Malbouhans offers good quality, less-trafficked roads suitable for road cycling. Ascents like the Ballon de Servance, reaching 3,799 feet (1158 meters), provide challenging climbs with gradients between 5% and 12%. Refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Malbouhans guide for specific routes.
Malbouhans provides dedicated pedestrian hiking trails. The wider Haute-Saône region features over 3,700 miles (6,000 km) of trails, ranging from short walks to long-distance routes. Nearby areas like the Vosges and Jura Mountains offer diverse scenery, including cliffs and waterfalls. The Hiking around Malbouhans guide provides more information.
The Plateau des Mille Étangs, or 'Plateau of a Thousand Ponds,' is a unique natural highlight near Malbouhans. This glacial landscape is characterized by numerous small lakes and diverse ecosystems. It is an ideal area for exploring nature, hiking, and mountain biking.
The region offers routes catering to various skill levels. While some mountain bike loops, like the Etang de la Dame, are considered moderate to advanced, the extensive network of trails in the Haute-Saône and Vosges Mountains includes options suitable for all levels of hikers and cyclists.
The 10.5 mile (17 km) circuit on the Plateau des Mille Étangs is suitable for both hikers and mountain bikers, making it a potential option for families. Regulations regarding dogs on specific trails may vary, so checking local signage is advisable.
Malbouhans is a popular destination on komoot, with over 13,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars, based on more than 1,100 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Malbouhans, including Cycling around Malbouhans, Hiking around Malbouhans, MTB Trails around Malbouhans, Road Cycling Routes around Malbouhans, Running Trails around Malbouhans, and Gravel biking around Malbouhans.
For administrative inquiries regarding the commune of Malbouhans, the Mairie (Town Hall) serves as the primary contact point. The phone number is 03 84 20 03 06, and the email address is mairie@malbouhans.fr.
Malbouhans, as a commune, offers local amenities including cafes and pubs. Accommodation options are also available within the commune or in nearby villages in the Haute-Saône region.

