Essey-Lès-Nancy, a region in the Grand Est of France and part of the Métropole du Grand Nancy, offers a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. Situated near the confluence of the Moselle and Meurthe rivers, the area features prominent natural landmarks such as the Plateau de Malzéville, a classified Natura 2000 site, and the extensive Forêt de Haye. These natural features provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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4.8
(30)
104
hikers
10.8km
02:56
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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96
hikers
4.68km
01:14
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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95
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10.0km
02:47
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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60
hikers
12.7km
03:15
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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379
runners
17.2km
02:11
410m
410m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

84
runners
8.61km
00:54
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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106
runners
9.71km
01:04
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

40
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11.8km
01:16
140m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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108
riders
149km
05:52
410m
410m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
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96
riders
43.2km
01:55
200m
200m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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74
riders
60.9km
02:37
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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71
riders
30.8km
01:16
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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42
riders
10.9km
00:40
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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28
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27.0km
01:39
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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179
riders
30.2km
02:46
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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15
riders
9.24km
00:34
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1.0
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32
riders
34.4km
01:59
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
14.3km
01:18
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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riders
46.6km
03:35
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
18.6km
01:40
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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11
riders
41.1km
02:21
260m
260m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

7
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94.3km
06:46
1,090m
1,090m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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14
riders
51.1km
03:53
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

3.0
(1)
12
riders
40.6km
02:17
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Essey-Lès-Nancy offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 63 routes, which have been explored by more than 33,000 visitors. These routes hold an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars.
The Plateau de Malzéville is a popular area for hiking, offering well-maintained paths and panoramic views. The Forêt de Haye also provides extensive woodlands with numerous trails suitable for walks. For more options, explore the Hiking around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide.
Yes, the Forêt de Haye, an extensive forest of over 11,000 hectares, offers numerous runnable paths for jogging and trail running. Komoot lists 16 jogging routes in the area. Further details can be found in the Running Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide.
Essey-Lès-Nancy provides options for Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The area around the confluence of the Moselle and Meurthe rivers features a bike path loop. Various routes cater to different skill levels, from leisurely rides to challenging singletracks.
Yes, komoot offers a dedicated guide for road cyclists. The Road Cycling Routes around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide details 8 routes. The broader Meurthe-et-Moselle department also encourages cycling with various routes.
Mountain biking is a well-established activity in the region, with trails winding through extensive forests and natural areas. Komoot lists 9 mountain biking routes. The MTB Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy guide provides further details on these options.
Key natural landmarks include the Plateau de Malzéville, a Natura 2000 classified site offering panoramic views of the Meurthe valley. The extensive Forêt de Haye, spanning over 11,000 hectares, is another significant natural asset. The confluence of the Moselle and Meurthe rivers also contributes to the diverse landscape.
The region offers routes suitable for various difficulty levels. The Plateau de Malzéville has well-maintained paths ideal for easy walks. For specific beginner-friendly options, consulting the komoot guides for each sport can help identify suitable routes.
Essey-Lès-Nancy is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 33,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 63 available routes have received over 2,900 ratings, averaging 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Essey-Lès-Nancy, Running Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy, Road Cycling Routes around Essey-Lès-Nancy, MTB Trails around Essey-Lès-Nancy, Cycling around Essey-Lès-Nancy, and Gravel biking around Essey-Lès-Nancy.
For official information about the municipality, visit the official website at esseylesnancy.fr. The Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted by phone at +33383183000 for general inquiries.

