Presles is a commune in the Val-d'Oise department of France, situated near the expansive Carnelle Forest. This region offers varied terrain, including the highest point in the Val-d'Oise, providing dynamic routes for outdoor activities. The landscape features dense vegetation, including oak and beech trees, and offers several sports like hiking, mountain biking, gravel biking, touring cycling, and more.
Presles provides a diverse setting for outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 50 routes available across several sports…
98
Routes
4.3
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Average rating
1000
People visited

4.0
(5)
30
riders
50.5km
04:17
650m
640m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.1
(7)
39
riders
48.8km
03:42
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
(5)
17
riders
52.1km
04:06
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
11
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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73
riders
25.6km
01:10
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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44
riders
44.2km
01:47
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
riders
24.2km
01:02
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
17
riders
19.4km
00:55
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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3.7
(9)
27
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
10
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
(1)
11
hikers
2.15km
00:33
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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12
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
17
riders
160km
10:08
1,140m
1,140m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
(1)
15
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
11
riders
30.2km
02:01
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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73
runners
36.7km
04:14
520m
520m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
7.61km
00:52
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
12
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
11.0km
01:14
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(1)
8
riders
48.9km
03:27
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
92.8km
06:09
720m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.4
(5)
18
riders
49.8km
03:10
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
14
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Presles offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Road cycling. The region features 77 routes with an average rating of 4.33 stars, attracting more than 19,000 visitors.
Popular hiking routes in Presles include loops around the Blue Lake and La Pierre Turquaise within the Carnelle Forest. The region offers 42 hiking routes, with options for various skill levels. More details are available in the Hiking around Presles guide.
The Carnelle Forest offers trails suitable for beginners, with varied terrain and gentle climbs. Some routes have elevation changes of up to 187 meters, but many are less challenging. The Hiking around Presles guide provides options for different skill levels.
Presles features 7 mountain biking routes within the Carnelle Forest, offering varied terrain from wide forest avenues to narrower paths. These trails cater to different skill levels. Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Presles guide.
Yes, Presles offers gravel biking routes, particularly within the Carnelle Forest, which features a mix of wide forest avenues and unpaved paths. The Gravel biking around Presles guide provides detailed information on these routes.
The main natural feature is the Carnelle Forest, covering nearly 1,000 hectares. It includes two lakes, 'Blue Lake' and 'Little Lake,' and varied terrain with elevations up to 210 meters. The forest is known for its dense vegetation, including oak and beech trees.
The Presles region is home to the Pierre Turquaise, a megalithic monument from the Neolithic era. The Carnelle Forest also contains ancient remains linked to forestry operations and a feudal mound that served as a medieval lookout point.
Presles is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 19,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 77 routes have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,600 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Presles, including Hiking around Presles, MTB Trails around Presles, Gravel biking around Presles, and Cycling around Presles. Guides for running and road cycling are also available.
The official website for general information about the commune of Presles is https://www.ville-presles.fr/. For tourism-specific inquiries related to the broader Carnelle region, the Office de Tourisme Communautaire Terre de Carnelle website is https://www.terredecarnelle.com/.
The phone number for the Mairie de Presles (Town Hall) is +33 1 30 28 73 73. For tourism-specific inquiries in the Carnelle region, the Office de Tourisme Communautaire Terre de Carnelle can be reached at +33 1 34 68 03 76.
The Carnelle Forest, which surrounds Presles, generally offers trails suitable for walks with dogs. Visitors should ensure dogs are kept on a leash and follow local regulations. Many of the region's 42 hiking routes are suitable for dog walking.

