Things to Do around Francin
Francin, a region in the Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in south-eastern France, offers a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. This area, now part of Porte-de-Savoie, is characterized by a blend of mountain passes like Granier Pass, scenic lakes such as Lake Saint-André, and extensive vineyards. Its proximity to the French Alps and the Chartreuse massif provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Things to Do in Francin
Francin…
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4.7
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57
riders
32.3km
01:44
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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51
riders
39.9km
02:31
1,140m
1,190m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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605
riders
77.8km
04:25
1,720m
1,720m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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311
riders
38.5km
02:12
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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441
riders
114km
07:10
1,100m
1,100m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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189
riders
60.5km
03:34
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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113
riders
40.1km
02:28
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
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42.8km
02:46
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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86
runners
9.99km
02:16
890m
890m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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57
runners
15.1km
02:53
990m
990m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
40
runners
30.0km
05:47
1,980m
1,980m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
84
runners
10.1km
01:03
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(6)
54
hikers
14.9km
06:48
1,000m
1,000m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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39
hikers
15.0km
06:43
980m
980m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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24
hikers
21.1km
08:48
1,160m
1,160m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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52
hikers
12.9km
06:07
930m
930m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
(11)
34
riders
37.5km
04:04
1,100m
1,100m
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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21
riders
21.6km
01:43
390m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
19
riders
53.5km
03:47
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
4.0
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16
riders
107km
06:19
880m
880m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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9
riders
51.7km
04:10
1,520m
1,520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
8
riders
69.6km
04:26
860m
860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
31.8km
01:58
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
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6
riders
89.6km
06:19
1,860m
1,860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
6
hikers
5.40km
02:36
390m
390m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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7
hikers
12.6km
05:43
1,110m
1,110m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4
hikers
7.31km
02:58
410m
410m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
5.0
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5
hikers
9.96km
04:00
710m
710m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Frequently asked questions
What outdoor activities are available in Francin?
Francin offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Mountaineering, and Jogging. The region has 18 routes available across these sports.
How popular are outdoor routes in Francin on komoot?
Routes in Francin have been explored by more than 40,000 visitors on komoot. These routes hold an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars, based on over 2,000 ratings.
Are there road cycling routes in Francin?
Francin features road cycling routes, including challenges through mountain passes like Granier Pass. Information on these routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Francin guide.
What hiking opportunities are available in Francin?
Hiking trails in Francin range from paths through vineyards to more demanding routes in the Chartreuse massif. The Hiking around Francin guide provides detailed information on these trails.
Are there family-friendly cycling routes in Francin?
Touring cycling routes around Francin are suitable for families, particularly those through the vineyards and around Lake Saint-André. The Cycling around Francin guide offers options for various skill levels.
What are the main natural attractions in Francin?
Key natural attractions include Granier Pass, offering views into the Chartreuse massif, and Lake Saint-André, nestled within vineyards. Mont Granier provides panoramic views of Chambéry and the Belledonne massif.
Are there mountain biking trails in Francin?
Francin offers mountain biking trails within its diverse terrain. Specific routes and details are available in the MTB Trails around Francin guide.
What komoot guides are available for Francin?
Komoot offers several guides for Francin, including Road Cycling Routes around Francin, Hiking around Francin, and Cycling around Francin. Additional guides cover MTB, Gravel biking, Mountaineering, and Running.
Where can I find official information about Francin?
Francin is now part of Porte-de-Savoie. The official website for the former commune of Francin is www.commune-francin.com. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +33479840443.
Are there options for gravel biking in Francin?
Gravel biking routes are available in the Francin area, utilizing its varied terrain. The Gravel biking around Francin guide provides specific route information.
What kind of terrain can be expected on cycling routes in Francin?
Cycling routes in Francin feature diverse terrain, from challenging mountain passes like Granier Pass to flatter paths through vineyards and around Lake Saint-André. This variety caters to different cycling preferences and skill levels.
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