Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson
Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson
Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson is a biosphere reserve situated within the Forêt Domaniale de Bousson in Saint-Sauveur, Meurthe-et-Moselle, France. This protected area is distinguished by its humid, peaty, and sub-peaty habitats, locally known as "rillaises," which foster a specific biodiversity including unique flora. The reserve's landscape, with its delicate ecosystems and carefully managed public access via boardwalks, provides a setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
120
Routes
4.5
(677)
Average rating
4894
People visited

4.8
(258)
1,967
hikers
6.28km
02:03
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(18)
56
hikers
4.92km
01:28
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(94)
480
hikers
12.1km
03:58
560m
560m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(53)
201
hikers
10.3km
03:14
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.0
(1)
19
riders
32.9km
02:17
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(12)
123
riders
30.7km
02:23
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(7)
91
riders
68.0km
04:47
1,210m
1,210m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(2)
36
riders
45.7km
02:54
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

6
runners
10.3km
01:24
370m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

1
runners
4.81km
00:37
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
runners
13.4km
01:36
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
21
runners
19.7km
02:31
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(8)
138
riders
79.0km
03:47
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(3)
97
riders
70.7km
03:24
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
riders
94.7km
03:57
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

16
riders
97.8km
04:59
1,220m
1,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.0
(4)
33
riders
57.5km
04:55
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
32
riders
42.8km
05:12
1,490m
1,490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(4)
18
riders
33.8km
02:33
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(8)
23
riders
36.3km
02:55
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(2)
9
riders
44.3km
03:01
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
24.6km
01:39
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
3
riders
46.0km
03:07
620m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
18.4km
01:12
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
The Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson is a biosphere reserve located within the Forêt Domaniale de Bousson in Saint-Sauveur, Meurthe-et-Moselle, France. It is managed by the Office National des Forêts (ONF) and focuses on conserving unique wetland ecosystems. The reserve features humid, peaty habitats known as "rillaises".
The reserve offers opportunities for various outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. Boardwalks are installed in sensitive areas to allow public access while protecting the delicate environment. Visitors should adhere to all posted regulations.
Yes, the reserve offers numerous hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Many routes are considered easy, making them suitable for short excursions and family outings. More information is available in the guide Hiking in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson.
Yes, the reserve features easy trails suitable for beginners and family outings. These paths often include boardwalks to protect the sensitive ground. Specific family-friendly options can be found in the guide Family-friendly hikes in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson.
Cycling is possible in the broader area, with options for Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. Cyclists should check local regulations for permitted routes within the sensitive reserve areas. Guides like Road Cycling Routes in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson provide route information.
The reserve is known for its extremely humid, peaty, and sub-peaty habitats, locally called "rillaises." These conditions support unique flora such as Arnica Montana and Drosera. The area serves as an important ecological observatory for biodiversity.
The Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson is a popular destination, with more than 70,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. It has received over 10,000 ratings, averaging 4.55 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot offers guides specifically for mountain biking in the area. The guide MTB Trails in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson provides information on suitable routes.
Designated trails within the reserve are suitable for jogging. Information on these routes can be found in the komoot guide Running Trails in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson.
The reserve is managed by the Office National des Forêts (ONF). For general inquiries, the ONF Grand Est territorial direction (Nancy) can be reached at 03 83 17 74 00. For specific information regarding Meurthe-et-Moselle, call 03 83 76 42 42.
Yes, komoot provides guides for traffic-free cycling experiences in the broader area. These include options for both touring and road cycling. Refer to guides such as Traffic-free bike rides in Réserve Biologique Dirigée Des Hauts De Bousson.

