Villersexel is a region in the Haute-Saône department of France, characterized by its natural and cultural landscape, particularly centered around the Ognon Valley. This area offers diverse environments for outdoor activities, including riparian forests, tranquil riverbanks, and verdant parklands. The terrain is well-suited for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, hiking, and more, providing varied experiences for outdoor enthusiasts.
The Villersexel region provides a range of outdoor activities, with more than 100 routes…
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4.2
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22
riders
40.6km
01:51
440m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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26
riders
23.2km
01:07
120m
110m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

18
riders
59.5km
02:38
540m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23
riders
97.5km
04:29
1,090m
1,090m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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8
riders
37.5km
02:20
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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149
riders
28.8km
01:43
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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89
riders
49.8km
02:53
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51
riders
39.0km
02:18
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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66
runners
6.48km
00:44
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
runners
11.7km
01:13
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
9.30km
00:58
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
5.07km
00:31
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
hikers
7.37km
02:02
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
hikers
7.31km
02:01
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
hikers
7.43km
01:56
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
13.0km
03:29
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
17.3km
00:54
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
riders
20.8km
01:22
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
33.3km
02:01
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
28.3km
01:52
230m
230m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
40.0km
02:39
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
25.0km
01:41
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
30.4km
02:01
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
21.0km
01:20
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Villersexel offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, hiking, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features 115 routes across these sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars from more than 2,000 visitors.
Villersexel is well-suited for cycling, with 43 road cycling routes and 38 touring cycling routes available. The 'Green Way of the Ognon Valley' is a notable route for cycle tourists, offering a scenic experience along the Ognon River. More information is available in the Cycling around Villersexel guide.
The Villersexel area provides various hiking trails, allowing exploration of its landscapes. The parkland surrounding the Château de Villersexel offers a peaceful setting for walks. There are 8 hiking routes recorded in the region. Consult the Hiking around Villersexel guide for more details.
Villersexel features mountain biking opportunities with 12 dedicated MTB routes. The region's diverse terrain, including the Ognon Valley, provides varied experiences for mountain bikers. For specific routes, refer to the MTB Trails around Villersexel guide.
The Ognon Valley is a prominent natural feature, spanning nearly 60 miles (100 kilometers) and offering a diverse environment. The Ognon River, a left tributary of the Saône, flows through the region, enhancing scenic beauty and providing opportunities for water-based activities. Riparian forests and tranquil riverbanks characterize the valley.
The Château de Villersexel is a significant historical landmark, rebuilt in the 19th century. It is surrounded by 74 acres (30 hectares) of English-style parkland. Other historical sites in the broader Ognon Valley include the medieval castle of Oricourt and the priory of Marast.
Villersexel offers 14 jogging routes amidst peaceful natural environments. The verdant settings, such as the parkland around the château and trails along the Ognon Valley, provide ample opportunities for running. The Running Trails around Villersexel guide lists specific options.
There are 115 routes available in Villersexel across various sports, including touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, hiking, mountain biking, and gravel biking. These routes have been explored by more than 2,000 visitors. The average rating for these routes is 4.44 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Villersexel, covering different sports. These include Cycling around Villersexel, Road Cycling Routes around Villersexel, Running Trails around Villersexel, Hiking around Villersexel, MTB Trails around Villersexel, and Gravel biking around Villersexel.
The Villersexel Tourist Office can be contacted for local information and assistance. Their official website is www.ot-villersexel.fr. The phone number for the Tourist Office is +333 84 20 59 59.
Villersexel provides opportunities for gravel biking enthusiasts. The region's varied terrain, including paths along the Ognon Valley, is suitable for this activity. Specific routes and further details can be found in the Gravel biking around Villersexel guide.

