Macornay is a municipality situated in the Jura department of France, within the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Its location at the entrance to the reculée de Vaux-sous-Bornay and its proximity to the Jura Mountains provide a varied topography of hidden valleys, ridges, and extensive forests. The Mancy Natural Reserve, with its riverbanks and the Côte de Mancy hill, further contributes to the diverse landscape, making Macornay suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
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218
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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72
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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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53.1km
03:26
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
126km
07:18
430m
430m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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292
riders
115km
05:30
1,520m
1,520m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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112km
05:29
1,600m
1,600m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

175
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106km
05:05
1,470m
1,470m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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73.1km
03:33
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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119
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9.90km
01:04
90m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.4km
02:47
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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31.9km
04:00
860m
860m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7.15km
00:53
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
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47.8km
03:00
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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29.0km
02:08
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.5km
02:36
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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39.8km
03:06
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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48
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4.57km
01:23
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.51km
02:48
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.9km
03:19
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.5km
05:51
590m
590m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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95
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60.5km
04:01
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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11
riders
91.5km
06:26
1,340m
1,340m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Macornay offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscape, featuring the Jura Mountains and Mancy Natural Reserve, provides varied terrain for these sports.
Macornay provides several road cycling routes that explore the Jura Mountains. These routes cater to various skill levels, offering both gentle rides and more challenging ascents. For detailed options, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Macornay guide.
Yes, Macornay and its surrounding areas offer mountain biking trails suitable for different skill levels. The Jura Mountains provide a varied terrain for thrilling descents and technical rides. Explore specific routes in the MTB Trails around Macornay guide.
Hiking trails in Macornay allow exploration of the region's natural beauty, including the Mancy Natural Reserve and the Côte de Mancy. These paths offer views over Lons-le-Saunier and the Sorne valley. The Hiking around Macornay guide lists available routes.
Macornay offers routes suitable for beginners across various sports. For example, the Côte de Mancy provides a gentle walking loop with low elevation gain. Cyclists can find less strenuous touring routes, while some mountain biking trails are also accessible for novices.
Macornay is characterized by the Jura Mountains, the reculée de Vaux-sous-Bornay, and the Mancy Natural Reserve. Notable features within the reserve include riverbanks, a waterfall, a cave, and the Côte de Mancy, a hill reaching 1,361 feet (415 meters).
Yes, Macornay is suitable for family outdoor activities, offering a range of accessible routes. Gentle hiking paths, such as those around the Côte de Mancy, and less challenging cycling routes are available. These options allow families to explore the natural landscapes together.
Outdoor routes in Macornay are popular on komoot, with more than 14,000 visitors having explored them. The 27 available routes have received over 1,100 ratings, resulting in an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Macornay, covering various sports. These include Road Cycling Routes, Touring Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, Hiking, and Gravel biking.
The official website for the Commune of Macornay is macornay.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie de Macornay (town hall) can be reached by phone at +33 3 84 47 00 79.
Macornay's diverse landscape, with its forests and valleys, provides a stimulating environment for runners. Routes often traverse shaded paths and offer panoramic views of the Jura landscape. The Running Trails around Macornay guide provides specific options.
The terrain for cycling in Macornay is varied, influenced by its location within the Jura Mountains. It includes hidden valleys, steep ridges, and extensive forests, offering options from gentle cycle paths for touring to challenging routes for mountain biking and road cycling.

