Saint-Alban-En-Montagne is a rural commune nestled within the Ardèche department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in southern France. This area features rugged mountainous terrain, volcanic landscapes, and well-preserved natural environments, including prominent features like the Mont Mézenc and the ancient Bois de Païolive. The diverse topography provides a compelling backdrop for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more. Its location within the Monts d'Ardèche Natural Park offers varied conditions for outdoor pursuits.
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4.6
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Average rating
3889
People visited

4.7
(3)
68
riders
58.1km
02:50
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.2
(5)
225
riders
65.1km
02:57
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(3)
155
riders
77.9km
04:01
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
126
riders
95.5km
04:42
1,500m
1,500m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.1
(12)
138
riders
32.3km
02:08
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(6)
80
riders
56.7km
03:48
850m
850m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
81
riders
64.2km
04:17
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

50
riders
76.6km
05:23
1,490m
1,490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(22)
224
hikers
29.8km
08:28
670m
670m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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102
hikers
28.7km
08:06
610m
610m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
66
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
32
hikers
14.1km
03:59
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(1)
377
runners
9.05km
01:04
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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37
runners
11.0km
01:13
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

32
runners
45.4km
05:15
1,010m
1,010m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
8.67km
00:57
140m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(5)
83
riders
54.3km
04:52
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(9)
43
riders
50.1km
04:40
1,050m
1,050m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
27
riders
69.1km
06:14
1,570m
1,570m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.3
(4)
17
riders
29.0km
01:55
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(9)
44
riders
41.5km
02:50
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
66.5km
05:01
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
16
riders
27.4km
02:11
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
90.2km
06:59
1,500m
1,500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Alban-En-Montagne offers opportunities for Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse terrain provides varied conditions for these pursuits. More than 8,000 visitors have explored activities in the area.
The broader Ardèche region, where Saint-Alban-En-Montagne is located, is known for its cycling opportunities. Routes often feature challenging ascents and scenic descents. Information on specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne guide.
The natural terrain of the Monts d'Ardèche Natural Park, which encompasses Saint-Alban-En-Montagne, provides conditions for mountain biking. Trails can feature varied descents through forests. Consult the MTB Trails around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne guide for options.
The preserved natural environment around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne, including forests and open spaces, offers numerous hiking trails. The Bois de Païolive, known for its unique rock formations, is a notable area for discovery. Further details are available in the Hiking around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne guide.
The natural beauty and varied terrain around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne make it suitable for jogging and trail running. Numerous paths wind through the Monts d'Ardèche. For specific routes, refer to the Running Trails around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne guide.
Saint-Alban-En-Montagne is situated near several natural features. These include Mont Mézenc, a volcanic peak reaching 5,751 feet (1,753 meters), and the Col de la Croix de Bauzon, a mountain pass at 4,288 feet (1,307 meters). The Bois de Païolive, an ancient forest with unique rock formations, is also in the wider area.
Activities around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne have been explored by more than 8,000 visitors on komoot. The area's trails have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from nearly 600 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for cycling in the area. These include Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne, Cycling around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne, and MTB Trails around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne. A guide for Gravel biking around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne is also available.
The Mairie (Town Hall) of Saint-Alban-En-Montagne can be reached by phone at +33 4 66 69 27 56. For tourism-related inquiries in the broader region, the Office de Tourisme Montagne d'Ardèche can be contacted at +33 (0)4 66 69 09 37.
The terrain in Saint-Alban-En-Montagne and the surrounding Monts d'Ardèche is mountainous and varied. Cyclists can expect challenging ascents and scenic descents, characteristic of the region's volcanic landscapes. Both paved roads for road cycling and natural paths for mountain biking are present.
Yes, the varied terrain of the Monts d'Ardèche Natural Park is suitable for gravel biking. Routes often combine paved sections with unpaved roads and trails. A dedicated guide for Gravel biking around Saint-Alban-En-Montagne is available on komoot.

