Écouen is a town in the Val-d'Oise department, located just 19 kilometers from Paris, offering a blend of historical heritage and natural landscapes. The area is characterized by the expansive Forest of Écouen and the grounds of the Château d'Écouen estate, providing diverse terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. The natural features offer opportunities for outdoor activities within a short distance of the capital.
Écouen provides…
88
Routes
4.4
(140)
Average rating
1459
People visited

4.3
(15)
269
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
27
riders
34.2km
02:01
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
18
riders
36.8km
02:15
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(6)
12
riders
28.6km
01:44
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
178
riders
73.1km
03:09
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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72
riders
76.8km
03:15
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

37
riders
50.6km
02:21
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(5)
70
riders
34.4km
01:35
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
(15)
26
hikers
9.80km
02:42
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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21
hikers
23.7km
06:19
260m
260m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
hikers
9.30km
02:32
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
7.31km
01:54
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
runners
8.24km
00:52
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
7.07km
00:46
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
3.74km
00:24
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
11.4km
01:13
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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17
riders
31.3km
02:15
300m
300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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12
riders
22.5km
01:18
120m
120m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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7
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
7
riders
17.3km
01:25
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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8
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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7
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(3)
13
riders
120km
06:57
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Écouen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. There are more than 20 routes available, explored by over 23,000 visitors. The average rating for these routes on komoot is 4.37 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Écouen features several hiking trails, primarily within the Forest of Écouen and the Château d'Écouen estate. These paths offer opportunities for walks and observing local nature. More information can be found in the Hiking around Écouen guide.
Écouen provides various road cycling routes, often utilizing roads connecting the town to surrounding areas. These routes offer diverse terrain for cyclists. Specific routes and details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Écouen guide.
Yes, Écouen offers mountain biking trails, particularly within the Forest of Écouen. These forest paths provide suitable terrain for MTB enthusiasts. Further details are outlined in the MTB Trails around Écouen guide.
The Château d'Écouen houses the National Museum of the Renaissance and is a significant historical site. Its expansive estate and park are freely accessible, offering pleasant walks and panoramic views over the Plaine de France. Walking through the forest to reach the castle is a recommended experience.
The Forest of Écouen and the park surrounding the Château d'Écouen offer paths suitable for leisurely walks and family outings. While specific 'family-friendly' designations are not detailed, the accessible nature of these areas suggests options for various ages and skill levels.
Outdoor activities in Écouen are popular on komoot, with over 23,000 visitors exploring more than 20 routes. The routes have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars from over 1,800 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Écouen, including Road Cycling Routes around Écouen, Hiking around Écouen, Cycling around Écouen, MTB Trails around Écouen, Gravel biking around Écouen, and Running Trails around Écouen.
The official website for the town of Écouen is ville-ecouen.fr. The phone number for the Écouen Town Hall (Mairie) is +33 1 39 33 09 00. For the National Museum of the Renaissance at Château d'Écouen, the phone number is +33 1 34 38 38 52 or +33 1 34 38 38 50.
Yes, Écouen provides options for touring cyclists, with routes that connect the town to nearby areas. These routes allow for longer, scenic rides. The Cycling around Écouen guide offers relevant information.
The terrain in Écouen varies, offering options for different cycling preferences. Road cycling routes typically use paved roads, while mountain biking and gravel biking routes utilize forest paths and natural trails within the Forest of Écouen. The area's position overlooking the Plaine de France suggests some scenic routes with varied elevation.
Yes, Écouen offers routes suitable for gravel biking, often found within the natural landscapes like the Forest of Écouen. These routes combine elements of road and off-road cycling. More details can be found in the Gravel biking around Écouen guide.

