Gonsans is a village located in the Doubs department of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France. Situated on the first plateau of the Jura mountains, the area features a landscape of extensive forests, rolling hills, and valleys. The proximity to the Doubs river and its scenic valley provides a diverse natural environment for outdoor pursuits. This setting supports several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, gravel biking, and more.
The Gonsans…
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81
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7.63km
02:07
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.58km
02:30
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4.52km
01:10
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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42
riders
51.4km
02:18
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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25
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54.8km
02:29
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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52.1km
02:39
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.6km
02:13
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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19
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25.8km
02:11
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.6km
02:22
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.6km
02:53
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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55.9km
04:48
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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48.8km
03:24
830m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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41.2km
02:32
380m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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55.9km
03:41
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
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29.1km
02:10
300m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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83.4km
06:14
1,320m
1,320m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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86.9km
06:19
1,310m
1,310m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43.0km
03:05
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
runners
13.0km
01:41
420m
420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.84km
00:57
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.18km
00:54
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.9km
01:49
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gonsans offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscape, featuring forests and plateaus, supports routes for various skill levels. More than 10 routes are available across these sports.
Gonsans is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors having explored its routes. The routes have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars, based on over 500 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, Gonsans offers hiking options suitable for beginners. An easy discovery trail within Gonsans is an 5.5-mile (8.82 km) loop that takes approximately 3 hours to complete. This route features a modest elevation gain of 479 feet (146 meters) and passes through forests and clearings.
The region around Gonsans, part of the Jura Mountains, provides a wide array of mountain biking trails. These include segments of the Grande Traversée du Jura (GTJ) by mountain bike, offering routes through mountains, forests, and valleys. For more specific information, consult the MTB Trails around Gonsans guide.
Yes, the Jura Mountains surrounding Gonsans offer over 80 miles (130 km) of cycle routes, including scenic roads and challenging mountain passes. These routes are suitable for road cyclists seeking varied terrain. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Gonsans guide.
Trails near Gonsans traverse extensive forests, karstic rock formations, and valleys carved by rivers like the Doubs. A local discovery trail includes a statue of the Virgin Mary, a cave with bicentennial graffiti, and a fortified house. The region's landscape is characterized by rolling hills and elevated plains of the Jura's first plateau.
The Gonsans area provides routes suitable for families, particularly the easier hiking and touring cycling options. The local discovery trail is an accessible loop through rural landscapes. Flat river valleys and dedicated greenways along the Doubs river offer pleasant conditions for family-friendly touring cycling.
Information regarding specific dog regulations for all trails in Gonsans is not universally available. Generally, dogs are permitted on many public trails, often requiring them to be on a leash. Visitors should check local signage or specific trail guidelines for any restrictions.
Komoot offers several guides to help explore Gonsans, including Hiking around Gonsans, MTB Trails around Gonsans, Road Cycling Routes around Gonsans, and Cycling around Gonsans. There are also guides for Running Trails around Gonsans and Gravel biking around Gonsans.
For official inquiries regarding Gonsans, the village can be contacted via its official website at gonsans.fr. A phone number is also available: +33381630072. These resources provide direct contact with the local administration.
Touring cyclists can find suitable routes in the Gonsans area, particularly along the flat river valleys and dedicated greenways of the Doubs and Saône rivers. The EuroVelo 6, a major European cycling route, traverses the Jura Mountains along the Doubs River. This offers mostly flat and car-free experiences.
The period from spring to autumn generally offers the most favorable conditions for outdoor activities in Gonsans. During these seasons, the natural environment is vibrant, and trails are typically accessible. Specific seasonal considerations for individual sports may vary.

