Malleval is a region situated within France's Pilat Regional Natural Park, offering a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. The area is defined by its dramatic setting on a rocky spur, overlooking the Epervier and Batalon Gorges, and surrounded by vineyard-clad hillsides. This varied terrain, encompassing forests, pastures, and rocky outcrops, provides an exceptional environment for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Malleval provides a wide array of outdoor activities…
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191
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7.25km
02:03
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.36km
02:03
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.31km
01:39
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190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.3km
02:59
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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79.6km
04:27
1,760m
1,760m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.8km
03:27
1,230m
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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

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54.9km
02:53
840m
840m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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9.51km
01:10
240m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.8km
01:08
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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175
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48.9km
02:46
110m
110m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.2km
01:36
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60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.3km
00:40
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40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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71
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.7km
01:59
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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37.5km
03:42
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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34.5km
02:58
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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54.8km
03:17
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.0km
02:38
880m
880m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Malleval, situated within the Pilat Regional Natural Park, provides opportunities for various outdoor activities. These include hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports.
Malleval is characterized by vineyard-clad hillsides and gorges, such as the Epervier and Batalon Gorges. A notable natural attraction is the Saut de Laurette waterfall. The area is part of the Pilat Regional Natural Park, which features diverse landscapes including forests and pastures.
Malleval offers a network of marked hiking trails that explore the medieval village, vineyards, and natural surroundings. Routes like the 'Malleval Cactus Trail Loop' and 'Chemin de Volan' showcase the area's history and diverse terrain. More information on hiking routes is available in the Hiking around Malleval guide.
The Malleval region provides scenic road cycling routes, particularly through vineyards and along hillsides. These routes offer varied terrain and expansive views. Cyclists can find options in the Road Cycling Routes around Malleval guide.
Malleval, as part of the Pilat Regional Natural Park, offers mountain biking opportunities. Trails are available for various skill levels within or near the village. Details can be found in the MTB Trails around Malleval guide.
The Belvedere of Malleval, located near the Madonna statue, offers expansive views of the village and surrounding vineyards. Panoramic views are also available from the cemetery during certain hiking routes. The village's position on a rocky spur provides many scenic vistas.
Malleval is a popular destination for outdoor activities, with more than 15,000 visitors recorded on komoot. The region's 53 routes have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Malleval offers diverse trails, some of which are suitable for families. The 'Malleval Cactus Trail Loop' is a moderate 4.5-mile (7.25 km) hike that includes waterfalls and botanical interest. The varied terrain allows for selection of routes based on difficulty.
Komoot offers several guides for Malleval, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Malleval, Road Cycling Routes around Malleval, and MTB Trails around Malleval. Guides for running, touring cycling, and gravel biking are also available.
The official website for tourism in the broader Pilat region, which includes Malleval, is www.pilat-tourisme.fr. This site provides information relevant to visitors to the area. For local Malleval information, the municipal website is www.mairie-malleval.fr.
The phone number for the Pilat Tourist Office - Malleval Office is 04 74 57 79 65. For the Malleval municipality, the phone number is +33 4 74 87 12 54. These contacts can provide further assistance for visitors.
Malleval provides routes suitable for jogging, allowing runners to explore the diverse scenery. There are 8 dedicated jogging routes available in the region. Further details can be found in the Running Trails around Malleval guide.
Malleval is popular for several types of cycling, including road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The varied terrain, from vineyards to hillsides, caters to different cycling preferences. Guides are available for each of these cycling disciplines.

