Oullins, a region in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is located southwest of Lyon and offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by its position along the Rhône and Yzeron rivers, providing scenic riverside paths, alongside numerous urban green spaces and the varied terrain of the Montmein hills. Recognized as a "resolutely green city," Oullins features over 20 public green spaces, including the expansive Natural Park of Yzeron, making it suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking,…
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157km
08:57
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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46.4km
02:23
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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05:24
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.3km
03:14
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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54.9km
03:44
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.5km
00:56
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:56
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.0km
01:07
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16.2km
01:45
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.63km
00:38
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.0km
01:25
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29.2km
02:11
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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34.1km
02:50
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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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61.6km
02:38
470m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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69.3km
03:08
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44.6km
02:04
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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67.9km
03:53
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1,260m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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15.5km
04:08
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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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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18.0km
04:53
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260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Oullins offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Hiking. The region features over 100 routes across these sports. More than 19,000 visitors have explored routes in Oullins on komoot.
Oullins provides various road cycling routes, including scenic loops along the Rhône and Yzeron rivers. More challenging rides extend towards destinations like Col de Bel Air and Vienne. Access to a section of the ViaRhôna, an extensive cycle route, is also available. Find more information in the Road Cycling Routes around Oullins guide.
While specific mountain biking trails directly within Oullins are not detailed, the broader Lyon metropolitan area, including nearby Yzeron and Les Monts d'Or, offers mountain biking opportunities. Lac du Ronzey, near Yzeron, is also suitable for mountain biking. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Oullins guide.
Oullins offers easily accessible paths and routes along the Yzeron and Rhône rivers, suitable for touring cyclists. The area provides picturesque rides for those seeking a more relaxed cycling experience. Refer to the Cycling around Oullins guide for more details.
Oullins offers numerous jogging routes that combine urban convenience with natural beauty. Popular paths include loops around the Museum of Confluences – Quai Rambaud, the Fort de Côte-Lorette Memorial, and the Dufour Farm Gardens. The Natural Park of Yzeron also provides footpaths. Consult the Running Trails around Oullins guide for routes.
The growing popularity of gravel biking, a hybrid of mountain and road cycling, suggests possibilities for off-road exploration in Oullins. An event has been noted in Oullins-Pierre-Bénite, indicating suitable terrain. More information is available in the Gravel biking around Oullins guide.
Oullins offers hiking opportunities, particularly within its numerous public green spaces and parks. The Natural Park of Yzeron, a 'green lung' of 60,000 m², features footpaths amidst diverse tree species. Find hiking routes in the Hiking around Oullins guide.
Oullins offers access to car-free portions of the ViaRhôna, which are suitable for families. Riverside paths along the Rhône and Yzeron rivers also provide relatively flat and accessible routes for family cycling. These routes offer scenic and safe environments for all ages.
Oullins is characterized by its location along the Rhône and Yzeron rivers, providing scenic corridors. The region includes over 20 public green spaces, notably the Natural Park of Yzeron. The Montmein hill adds topographic interest, offering elevation changes and views.
Komoot offers several guides for Oullins, including Road Cycling Routes around Oullins, MTB Trails around Oullins, Cycling around Oullins, Running Trails around Oullins, Gravel biking around Oullins, and Hiking around Oullins.
The official website for Oullins' Mairie is www.oullinspierrebenite.fr. The phone number for the Mairie d'Oullins is +334 72 39 73 13. For tourism inquiries related to Oullins, the Lyon Tourist Office can be contacted at +33(0)4 72 77 69 69.

