Montmerle-Sur-Saône, a region in the Ain department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is characterized by its location along the Saône River. Its landscape features the gentle Saône, flat riverbanks, and the protected Val de Saône Classified Site, which includes wet meadows and alluvial woodlands. This diverse terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Montmerle-Sur-Saône offers more than 50 routes across several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking,…
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Average rating
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4.6
(13)
75
riders
51.2km
03:16
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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106
riders
31.7km
02:00
50m
50m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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109
riders
22.8km
01:48
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
riders
16.4km
00:56
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36
runners
9.18km
00:58
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
runners
6.97km
00:45
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.87km
00:57
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
15.6km
01:44
130m
130m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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54
riders
54.0km
02:41
100m
100m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
50.6km
02:44
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
24.7km
01:18
40m
40m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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61
riders
44.1km
02:38
70m
70m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
28.6km
01:49
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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5
riders
30.4km
02:08
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
35.3km
02:24
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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30
riders
62.6km
02:53
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
25.4km
01:24
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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15
riders
44.9km
02:23
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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15
riders
9.31km
00:26
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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11
hikers
11.3km
02:56
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
hikers
4.77km
01:17
60m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
hikers
5.64km
01:31
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
6.35km
01:36
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Montmerle-Sur-Saône offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, hiking, and gravel biking. The region features more than 70 routes across these sports. More than 9,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars.
Yes, "La Voie Bleue" is a major cycle route running along the Saône River, accessible for touring cyclists. It offers extensive opportunities for cycling on mostly flat towpaths. For more details, refer to the Cycling around Montmerle-Sur-Saône guide.
Road cyclists can find longer routes such as "Chalon-sur-Saône - Montmerle-sur-Saône" (66.2 miles [106.6 km]) and "Montmerle-sur-Saône - Vienne" (53.9 miles [86.8 km]). These routes offer varying distances for different fitness levels. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Montmerle-Sur-Saône guide.
The broader Val de Saône area features marked mountain bike trails. Additionally, a pump track for BMX and VTT (mountain bikes) opened in July 2024 near the Vélo-route 50 and the Saône river. Consult the MTB Trails around Montmerle-Sur-Saône guide for specific routes.
The tranquil Saône River and its flat banks provide an excellent environment for jogging. Many running trails follow "La Voie Bleue," offering mostly flat and paved surfaces. Popular routes include the "La Voie Bleue loop from Montmerle-sur-Saône" (5.0 miles [8.0 km]) and the "Edge of the Saône" (4.3 miles [6.9 km]).
Yes, "La Voie Bleue" is accessible to all types of bicycles and offers pleasant, mostly flat towpaths suitable for families. Its gentle terrain makes it a good option for less experienced cyclists. The Cycling around Montmerle-Sur-Saône guide can provide suitable routes.
The defining natural feature is the Saône River, which shapes the local landscape with its gentle flow and flat banks. The Val de Saône Classified Site, covering 1,260 hectares, showcases flooded wet meadows, alluvial woodlands, and oxbows. Views of the Beaujolais mountains can be enjoyed from various points, such as the Chapel and Tower of Minimes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region, including Cycling around Montmerle-Sur-Saône, MTB Trails around Montmerle-Sur-Saône, and Running Trails around Montmerle-Sur-Saône. Guides are also available for road cycling, hiking, and gravel biking.
The official website for Montmerle-Sur-Saône is www.mairie-montmerle.fr. This site provides information regarding local services and community details.
There are 73 routes available on komoot for Montmerle-Sur-Saône. These routes cover various sports including touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, hiking, and gravel biking.
Montmerle-Sur-Saône is suitable for beginner cyclists, particularly along "La Voie Bleue." This route features mostly flat and paved surfaces, making it accessible for those new to cycling. The gentle terrain along the Saône River provides an easy introduction to touring cycling.

