Durstel, a commune in France's Grand Est region, is situated in the historical and cultural area of Alsace, near the Northern Vosges Natural Park. This location provides a diverse landscape for outdoor activities, characterized by rolling countryside, forests, and varied terrain. The region offers opportunities for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more. Its natural features include expansive forests and the undulating terrain of the Alsatian Jura.
The Durstel…
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37
riders
42.5km
03:59
870m
870m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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29
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38.4km
03:25
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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27
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35.0km
02:57
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
51.9km
04:47
1,020m
1,020m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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23
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133km
06:12
1,090m
1,090m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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40.7km
01:59
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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57.3km
02:42
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

12
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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12
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36.6km
02:21
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.5km
02:21
430m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.1km
02:50
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
hikers
19.2km
05:12
260m
260m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.31km
02:13
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.3km
04:59
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
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9.83km
02:45
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
runners
10.5km
01:09
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.9km
01:22
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.86km
00:57
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
13.4km
01:25
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
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55.1km
04:45
1,190m
1,190m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.6km
01:23
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.4km
01:38
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Durstel, located in France's Grand Est region, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region's diverse terrain caters to different preferences and skill levels.
Durstel is a commune in the Bas-Rhin department within France's Grand Est region. It is situated in the historical and cultural region of Alsace, near the Northern Vosges Natural Park.
Yes, the area around Durstel provides numerous mountain biking trails, particularly within the Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park. These trails feature diverse landscapes, from gentle hills to challenging climbs. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Durstel guide.
The Alsace region, including the area around Durstel, features over 2,500 km (1,550 miles) of bike paths suitable for road cycling. The rolling countryside and scenic roads provide an appealing backdrop for rides. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Durstel guide.
Yes, the region near Durstel, particularly the Sundgau area, is suitable for gravel biking. Routes offer a mix of small roads with limited traffic, dedicated bike paths, forest trails, and white roads. The Gravel biking around Durstel guide provides detailed options.
Durstel offers opportunities for hiking, with trails leading through forests and the rolling countryside. The Northern Vosges Natural Park provides a serene environment for walkers. Hikers can explore options in the Hiking around Durstel guide.
Notable natural features near Durstel include the expansive forests and pink sandstone cliffs of the Northern Vosges Natural Park. The Rocher du Corbeau, a rocky spur, offers views over the wooded valley. The region also features the undulating terrain of the Alsatian Jura.
Yes, the region around Durstel is dotted with charming villages featuring traditional half-timbered houses. The Maisons troglodytiques de Graufthal, impressive cave houses inhabited until 1958, are restored as museum homes and offer a unique cultural and historical point of interest.
Durstel is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 10,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Durstel, covering various sports. These include guides for MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, and Running Trails.
For information about the wider region and its activities, the Alsace Verte Tourist Office can be contacted. A general tourism contact number for the office is +33388017034.

