Monteynard, a region in Sud Isère situated at an altitude of 800 meters, offers diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. The landscape is characterized by its vibrant turquoise Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet, nestled among forested mountains, deep gorges, and steep rock faces. This geographical composition provides varied environments for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. The area also features unique Himalayan footbridges, adding to its distinct character for adventurers.
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4.9
(10)
305
riders
78.6km
04:52
2,170m
2,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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231
riders
64.3km
03:20
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

114
riders
93.4km
05:41
2,440m
2,440m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(5)
63
riders
37.6km
01:47
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
200
runners
42.7km
06:19
1,860m
1,860m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
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26
runners
11.6km
01:35
430m
430m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

13
runners
11.3km
01:25
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

7
runners
10.3km
01:17
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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135
riders
41.8km
03:03
890m
890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
80
riders
52.1km
03:58
1,300m
1,300m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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31
riders
28.3km
02:21
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
34
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.8
(6)
41
hikers
8.82km
02:52
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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32
hikers
6.73km
02:14
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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24
hikers
4.95km
01:40
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
(3)
16
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
29
riders
27.2km
02:14
590m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.7
(3)
20
riders
32.5km
02:45
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
riders
25.1km
03:18
1,040m
1,040m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

10
riders
28.2km
03:32
1,150m
1,150m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
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12
riders
39.0km
03:08
980m
980m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
13
riders
10.3km
00:55
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
42.9km
03:17
1,100m
1,100m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
58.7km
04:23
1,570m
1,570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
hikers
9.18km
04:16
790m
790m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
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11
hikers
8.99km
04:04
840m
840m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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5
hikers
15.9km
08:03
1,270m
1,270m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
6
hikers
12.5km
04:01
450m
460m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Monteynard offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features approximately 7 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.44 stars from more than 2,500 ratings.
The main attractions in Monteynard include the turquoise Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet and the unique Himalayan Footbridges over the Drac and Ebron gorges. The region also offers panoramic views of the Ecrins, Vercors, and Chartreuse massifs.
Monteynard provides varied terrain for road cyclists, featuring alpine landscapes and river valleys with significant altitude changes. Routes often traverse between 980 feet (300 meters) and 5,250 feet (1,600 meters) on paved roads. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Monteynard guide.
Hikers can explore forest paths and trails, including the iconic Himalayan Footbridges Trail at Lake Monteynard-Avignonet. This circuit is approximately 7.8 miles (12.5 km) long and takes about 4.5 hours to complete. The Hiking around Monteynard guide provides further details.
Yes, the Matheysine-Vallée du Valbonnais FFC Mountain Biking site offers trails suitable for all levels, from beginner-friendly routes around water points to technical singletracks. Many routes are centered around Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Monteynard guide.
The region offers options for various skill levels, including beginner-friendly mountain biking routes around water points. The Himalayan Footbridges Trail can be completed with a boat crossing, which may be suitable for families. Specific family-friendly routes are detailed in relevant sport guides.
The Himalayan Footbridges are two unique suspension bridges over the Drac (720 feet / 220 meters long) and Ebron (590 feet / 180 meters long) gorges. They are integrated into hiking and mountain biking routes, offering views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Monteynard is a popular destination, with more than 31,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars from over 2,500 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Monteynard, including Road Cycling Routes around Monteynard, Hiking around Monteynard, and MTB Trails around Monteynard. Other guides cover Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking.
For information regarding the municipality of Monteynard, the official website is monteynard.fr. The phone number for the Mairie de Monteynard is +33 4 76 30 63 43.
Road cycling routes in Monteynard often feature significant altitude changes, with terrain traversing between 980 feet (300 meters) and 5,250 feet (1,600 meters). This provides a dynamic cycling experience with demanding climbs and descents.
The region's varied terrain and network of roads allow for longer cycling tours. Routes like the demanding tour from Vif via Col de l'Allimas, Col des Deux, and Col de l'Arzelier offer substantial elevation gain and distance for experienced riders.
Cyclists in Monteynard can experience diverse landscapes including alpine scenery, river valleys, and views of the Ecrins, Vercors, and Chartreuse massifs. The routes often feature dense forests and the turquoise Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet.

