Houtaud is a region situated in the heart of the Jura Mountains, bordering Switzerland, offering diverse landscapes for outdoor pursuits. This area is characterized by a unique balance of lakes and mountains, including the majestic Mont d'Or and the expansive Saint-Point Lake. The terrain features wooded slopes, rocky ridges, and river valleys, providing varied environments for outdoor activities. These natural features make Houtaud suitable for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
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4.0
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6
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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81
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51.4km
03:03
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53
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32.1km
01:59
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.7km
00:53
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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165
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57.3km
02:31
460m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.9km
01:54
360m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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34
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46.6km
01:58
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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64.6km
04:01
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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104
runners
12.1km
01:25
230m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.19km
00:38
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.34km
00:54
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.15km
00:51
30m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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53
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39.3km
03:35
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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34
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42.6km
03:47
730m
730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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31
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35.1km
03:18
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
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39.8km
04:02
1,080m
1,080m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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39
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6.70km
01:53
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
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10.2km
02:55
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.3km
02:54
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.8km
03:56
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
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42.8km
03:07
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.0km
03:26
860m
860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

10
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40.3km
02:30
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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1
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19.0km
01:27
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Houtaud offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for these sports.
Yes, Houtaud and the Haut-Doubs region provide over 105 miles (170 kilometers) of maintained and marked mountain bike trails. These trails feature varying distances and gradients. For more information, consult the MTB Trails around Houtaud guide.
The terrain for mountain biking in Houtaud includes wooded slopes, rocky ridges, and river valleys. Métabief, a nearby hub, offers 15 miles (25 kilometers) of downhill trails suitable for various skill levels. The "Grande Traversée du Jura" (GTJ) also features technical mountain bike sections in the northern Jura.
The Haut-Doubs region, which includes Houtaud, offers over 435 miles (700 kilometers) of paths, tracks, and trails for hiking. Routes wind along rivers, through forests, and up mountain tops. Explore the Hiking around Houtaud guide for specific routes.
Notable natural landmarks in the Houtaud region include Mont d'Or, Saint-Point Lake, and the Doubs River with its valleys. The Saut du Doubs waterfall, Remoray Lake nature reserve, and Frasne peat bogs are also significant natural features.
The broader Doubs valley offers extensive road cycling opportunities, including the "Great Doubs tour," a 238-mile (384 km) cyclosportive route. The EuroVelo 6 route also passes through the region, providing easy cycling on greenways. Find routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Houtaud guide.
Yes, Houtaud offers options suitable for families. The 12.5-mile (20-kilometer) walking path around Saint-Point Lake is suitable for all fitness levels. Many hiking and cycling routes are designed to accommodate various skill levels, including leisurely walks.
Houtaud's routes are popular on komoot, with more than 16,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars from over 900 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Houtaud. These include guides for MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Hiking, Running Trails, and Gravel biking.
For general information about the Commune of Houtaud, visit the official website at www.houtaud.fr. For tourism inquiries about the wider Haut-Doubs region, which includes Houtaud, contact the Tourist Office at +33 (0)3 81 46 48 33.
Gravel biking is gaining popularity in the Houtaud region. Routes like the "Diagonale du Doubs" offer varied terrain, including pastures, undergrowth, and challenging climbs and descents. Refer to the Gravel biking around Houtaud guide for routes.
Touring cycling in Houtaud and the broader Doubs valley offers routes like the EuroVelo 6, which features easy cycling on greenways. These routes pass through historic towns and offer scenic views. The Cycling around Houtaud guide provides more details.

