Malay-Le-Grand, a commune in the Yonne department of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region, is situated amidst a diverse natural landscape shaped by the Vanne and Rû de Mondereau rivers, with the Yonne River nearby. The surrounding area features a mix of riverine environments, rural roads, and agricultural lands, providing a varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This setting makes Malay-Le-Grand a suitable base for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more, offering access to both local trails and…
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hikers
10.3km
02:48
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
3.45km
00:53
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.21km
01:04
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.07km
01:17
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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61
riders
26.9km
01:05
80m
80m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51.8km
02:26
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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12
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32.5km
01:32
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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12
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45.3km
02:01
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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19
riders
61.0km
04:52
770m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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12
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51.7km
04:19
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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riders
32.6km
02:42
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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40.8km
03:37
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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15
riders
37.5km
02:09
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.1km
01:44
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
55.4km
03:28
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
21.4km
01:14
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
runners
21.0km
02:31
430m
430m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.87km
00:57
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.0km
02:12
430m
430m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
22.6km
02:22
80m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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51.4km
03:37
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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50.0km
03:40
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.8km
01:25
50m
50m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
34.0km
02:07
250m
250m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Malay-Le-Grand offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region provides access to diverse landscapes, from riverbanks to rural roads and forests. More than 40 routes are available for exploration.
The region around Malay-Le-Grand features numerous hiking opportunities. The "Au détour de l'aqueduc de la Vanne" is a family-friendly route. Nearby Villeneuve-sur-Yonne offers circuits with viewpoints over the Yonne valley. For more details, consult the Hiking around Malay-Le-Grand guide.
Malay-Le-Grand is suitable for touring cycling, with routes along riverbanks and rural roads. The "Landscaped banks of the Yonne – Yonne loop from Malay-le-Grand" is a popular 13.4-mile (21.5 km) trail. This route typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes to complete. Find more options in the Cycling around Malay-Le-Grand guide.
The wider Burgundy region, accessible from Malay-Le-Grand, offers 800 km of cycle paths, including the "Tour of Burgundy by bike." Routes like the Voie Bleue provide marked and safe options through vineyards and along towpaths. The Road Cycling Routes around Malay-Le-Grand guide provides further information.
While specific mountain biking trails directly within Malay-Le-Grand are not highlighted, the wider Burgundy region, particularly the Morvan Regional Natural Park, is a significant destination. The "Great Morvan Crossing MTB trail" offers more than 850 miles (1380 km) of paths. Consult the MTB Trails around Malay-Le-Grand guide for more details.
Yes, the region offers routes suitable for families and beginners. The "Au détour de l'aqueduc de la Vanne" is a family-friendly hiking route with gentle slopes. Cycling routes along the Yonne river often feature flat sections, suitable for relaxed rides. The Morvan Regional Natural Park also has family-friendly "discovery" sections for mountain biking.
The immediate surroundings of Malay-Le-Grand are shaped by the Vanne and Rû de Mondereau rivers. The nearby Yonne River contributes to scenic riverine landscapes. The broader Burgundy region features vineyards, the Morvan Regional Natural Park with its wooded hills and lakes, and a mix of forests and agricultural lands.
Malay-Le-Grand is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars, based on 278 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Malay-Le-Grand, including Hiking around Malay-Le-Grand, Cycling around Malay-Le-Grand, Road Cycling Routes around Malay-Le-Grand, MTB Trails around Malay-Le-Grand, Running Trails around Malay-Le-Grand, and Gravel biking around Malay-Le-Grand.
For local inquiries regarding Malay-Le-Grand, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted. The phone number for the Mairie of Malay-Le-Grand is +33 3 86 97 21 75. Their email address is mairie.malay@wanadoo.fr.
Yes, Malay-Le-Grand offers opportunities for jogging and running. The region's mix of riverine environments, rural roads, and agricultural lands provides varied terrain for these activities. For specific routes, refer to the Running Trails around Malay-Le-Grand guide.
Cycling routes in Malay-Le-Grand vary in length. For example, the "Landscaped banks of the Yonne – Yonne loop from Malay-le-Grand" is 13.4 miles (21.5 km) long. The broader Burgundy region offers extensive networks, including the 128-mile (206 km) Canal du Nivernais cycling itinerary.

