Mélisey, a region in the Haute-Saône department of Burgundy-Franche-Comté, offers a varied landscape for outdoor activities. It is characterized by the unique glacial formations of the Plateau des Mille Étangs, often called "Little Finland," with its numerous ponds, moorlands, and forests. The region also lies within the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park, providing diverse terrain shaped by its glacial past and the Ognon River Valley. This environment supports several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and…
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235
hikers
7.93km
02:10
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.23km
02:13
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.3km
04:08
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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82.5km
04:16
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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47.3km
02:23
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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74.6km
03:44
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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38.8km
02:04
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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486
riders
87.9km
06:38
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.2km
01:50
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.4km
04:26
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.5km
02:13
380m
380m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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33.3km
02:44
460m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.7km
04:04
720m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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29.4km
02:18
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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50.1km
04:22
730m
730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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47
runners
17.8km
02:07
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.80km
01:10
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.7km
01:37
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.7km
02:47
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. 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
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.8km
01:18
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.2km
01:09
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Mélisey offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 199 routes with an average rating of 4.46 stars from more than 5,000 visitors.
Mélisey is characterized by the Plateau des Mille Étangs, known for its numerous glacial ponds, moorlands, and forests. It is also situated within the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park and features the Ognon River Valley, all shaped by a glacial past.
Yes, Mélisey offers 39 road cycling routes, providing diverse terrain from rolling hills to challenging ascents. Cyclists can explore routes similar to those used by renowned cyclist Thibaut Pinot. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Mélisey guide.
Mélisey features 42 hiking trails, allowing exploration of the unique landscapes of the Plateau des Mille Étangs and the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park. These trails traverse forests, moorlands, and areas with glacial ponds. A comprehensive resource is the Hiking around Mélisey guide.
Mélisey provides 26 mountain biking trails, offering diverse terrain within the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park. The region's varied landscape, including forests and hills, is suitable for mountain biking. The MTB Trails around Mélisey guide details available routes.
Yes, Mélisey offers 53 touring cycling routes, suitable for exploring the scenic river valleys and the Plateau des Mille Étangs. These routes provide options for various abilities. Further details can be found in the Cycling around Mélisey guide.
The diverse terrain in Mélisey includes paths suitable for various cycling abilities, which can accommodate family-friendly rides. Routes around the Plateau des Mille Étangs often feature less challenging gradients. Specific family-friendly options can be identified within the touring cycling guides.
Cyclists in Mélisey can expect varied terrain, ranging from the flat paths around the glacial ponds of the Plateau des Mille Étangs to the rolling hills and more challenging ascents within the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park. River valleys also offer scenic routes.
Mélisey is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 199 routes have received an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from 665 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Mélisey, including Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, Touring Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for the commune of Mélisey is melisey.fr, and the Town Hall can be reached at +33384208438. For tourism inquiries related to the 1000 Etangs, the intercommunal tourism office website is les1000etangs.com, and their phone number is +33384632280.
Yes, Mélisey offers routes suitable for gravel biking, allowing exploration of the region's diverse landscapes. These routes often combine paved and unpaved sections through forests and around the ponds. The Gravel biking around Mélisey guide provides specific options.

