Ouhans, a region in the Doubs department of Burgundy-Franche-Comté, France, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by impressive natural features such as the Source de la Loue, the dramatic Cascade de Syratu, and the Gorges de Nouailles. These geographical elements create varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Ouhans region provides more than 20 routes across several sports, catering to various skill…
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.8
(13)
87
hikers
19.5km
06:09
780m
780m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.4
(16)
94
hikers
12.1km
03:37
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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62
hikers
11.2km
03:46
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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6
hikers
6.49km
01:59
210m
210m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
96
riders
34.5km
01:34
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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36
riders
60.0km
03:12
1,160m
1,160m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
61.9km
03:01
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
17
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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90
runners
10.9km
01:18
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
runners
14.0km
02:12
580m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

9
runners
5.48km
00:37
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
14.5km
01:50
370m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(7)
32
riders
37.7km
02:41
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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27
riders
52.0km
03:32
690m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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17
riders
57.6km
03:59
1,030m
1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
16
riders
29.8km
01:50
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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30
riders
23.6km
01:30
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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10
riders
31.6km
02:14
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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12
riders
26.0km
02:11
330m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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8
riders
23.6km
02:11
550m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
65.2km
04:32
1,190m
1,190m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
46.1km
02:56
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
18.1km
01:07
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
50.4km
03:35
910m
910m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ouhans offers various outdoor activities including hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region features 24 routes with an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars. More than 8,000 visitors have explored the area.
Key natural attractions include the Source de la Loue, one of the largest springs in the Jura region. The Cascade de Syratu, a 230-meter waterfall, and the Gorges de Nouailles, a canyon overlooking the Loue valley, are also prominent features. Mont Pelé offers panoramic views at 1045m.
Ouhans provides numerous hiking opportunities, with 14 dedicated hiking routes available. These trails allow exploration of the region's natural environment, including gorges and views of the Loue river. More information is available in the Hiking around Ouhans guide.
Ouhans offers 5 road cycling routes, catering to various fitness levels. Cyclists can find routes like the "Source de la Loue – Loue River loop" or explore scenic paths through the Nouailles gorges. The Road Cycling Routes around Ouhans guide provides specific options.
Ouhans features 4 mountain biking routes. The broader Doubs region and Jura mountains are known for extensive networks of MTB trails suitable for various forms of mountain biking. Specific options are detailed in the MTB Trails around Ouhans guide.
Komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Ouhans. These include Hiking around Ouhans, Road Cycling Routes around Ouhans, and MTB Trails around Ouhans. Guides for running, touring cycling, and gravel biking are also available.
The Source de la Loue is one of the largest springs in the entire Jura region. It is particularly impressive after periods of heavy rain. Historically, it was discovered to be a re-emergence of the Doubs river.
The Cascade de Syratu is a waterfall with a total height of 230 meters. Its middle section, which is 32 meters high, is visible from the road. This waterfall marks the entrance to the dramatic Gorges de Nouailles.
The Gorges de Nouailles are a significant natural feature where the Loue river flows through a landscape described as a "gigantic canyon." They are characterized by impressive cliffs and offer scenic views for explorers.
Ouhans is a popular destination, with more than 8,000 visitors recorded on Komoot. The region's 24 routes have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars, indicating high satisfaction among users.
The official contact information for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Ouhans is: Address: 10 Grande rue, 25520 OUHANS, France. Phone Number: +33381699089. Email: mairie.ouhans@gmail.com.

