Oulens-sous-Echallens is a region in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland, known for its rural landscape and varied terrain. Situated on the Oulens plateau, the area features extensive agricultural fields, rolling countryside, and significant forested areas. This geographical composition provides a suitable environment for several outdoor activities, including mountain biking, gravel biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
Oulens-sous-Echallens offers more than 10 routes across several sports like mountain biking, gravel biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more.…
101
Routes
4.6
(149)
Average rating
1404
People visited

4.4
(8)
18
riders
24.2km
01:57
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
9
riders
26.5km
02:04
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
18.4km
01:28
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
31
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.6
(11)
80
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
riders
57.4km
04:28
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(2)
24
riders
23.6km
01:28
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
27
riders
60.3km
04:01
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(6)
72
riders
33.1km
02:35
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.1
(10)
55
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(10)
38
riders
19.0km
01:36
320m
310m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(4)
33
riders
46.8km
04:24
990m
990m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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26
riders
30.7km
01:25
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
52.5km
02:32
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
35.5km
01:45
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.4
(33)
100
hikers
11.7km
03:14
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
7.08km
02:01
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
5.90km
01:33
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
7.35km
01:56
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
runners
9.38km
01:01
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
5.27km
00:33
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
8.21km
00:51
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Oulens-sous-Echallens offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features 15 routes across these sports. More than 20,000 visitors have explored the area, with routes receiving an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars.
The region provides dedicated mountain biking routes, including a course in the Bois d'Echallens. This course features sections for technical skill development with obstacles, and a Cross-Country loop utilizing natural terrain. Explore available routes with the MTB Trails around Oulens-sous-Echallens guide.
Yes, Oulens-sous-Echallens is suitable for gravel biking, with routes traversing agricultural landscapes and forests. These routes offer panoramic views of the Jura mountains and the Alps. A guide for Gravel biking around Oulens-sous-Echallens is available.
Touring cyclists can find tranquil rural roads winding through extensive agricultural fields and forests. The region's quiet setting is ideal for peaceful rides. Guides like Cycling around Oulens-sous-Echallens provide route options.
The area offers numerous hiking trails for various fitness levels, from easy walks to more demanding treks through forests and river valleys. The nearby Sentier du Talent provides a family-friendly forest hike. Consult the Hiking around Oulens-sous-Echallens guide for more information.
The region offers options suitable for families, such as the Sentier du Talent, a family-friendly forest hike along the Talent River. Many of the less strenuous cycling and hiking routes can also be enjoyed by families. Route descriptions often indicate difficulty levels.
Oulens-sous-Echallens is a recognized destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. More than 20,000 visitors have explored the region, and its 15 routes have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from over 1,500 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including MTB Trails around Oulens-sous-Echallens, Gravel biking around Oulens-sous-Echallens, and Hiking around Oulens-sous-Echallens. Other guides cover general cycling, road cycling, and running trails.
The region is characterized by vast agricultural fields, rolling countryside, and significant forested areas. From various points, panoramic views extend towards the distant Jura mountains and the majestic Alps. The Oulens plateau also features a natural watershed between the Talent and Venoge rivers.
The official website for Oulens-sous-Echallens is www.oulens.ch/. For municipal inquiries, the main phone number is +41 21 882 54 03.
The region offers a variety of trails, including easier options for hiking and touring cycling. The Bois d'Echallens mountain bike course also has sections for developing technical skills. Users can filter routes on komoot by difficulty to find suitable options.
Mountain biking terrain in Oulens-sous-Echallens includes natural trails within forested areas like the Bois d'Echallens. These routes can feature technical sections with obstacles and Cross-Country loops. The varied topography of the Oulens plateau contributes to diverse riding experiences.
The topography of Oulens-sous-Echallens features elevations ranging from approximately 1,650 feet (502 meters) to 2,000 feet (610 meters). This rolling countryside provides varied gradients for both cycling and hiking routes. The Oulens plateau contributes to these elevation changes.

