Colognac is a region nestled on a plateau at 1,970 feet (600 meters) in the Gard department, situated on the southern flank of the Cévennes. Its geographical position within the Cévennes, a recognized UNESCO biosphere reserve, provides diverse landscapes including mixed forests of pines and oaks, granite plateaus, limestone formations, and deep gorges. This varied terrain makes the area well-suited for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Colognac offers…
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Average rating
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People visited

4.6
(54)
159
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(17)
76
hikers
11.2km
03:25
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45
hikers
12.6km
03:50
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50
hikers
16.8km
05:07
570m
570m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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39
riders
68.5km
04:07
1,730m
1,730m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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280
riders
77.6km
04:30
1,880m
1,880m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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143
riders
42.3km
02:06
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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59
riders
37.7km
02:12
820m
820m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5
riders
21.8km
01:31
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49
riders
30.6km
02:16
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
riders
45.1km
03:21
1,070m
1,070m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
riders
37.9km
03:12
980m
980m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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48
riders
46.7km
04:23
1,310m
1,320m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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21
riders
40.3km
02:56
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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10
riders
36.4km
03:28
1,070m
1,070m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
riders
53.6km
03:45
990m
990m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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18
runners
11.7km
01:23
270m
270m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
17.6km
02:29
680m
690m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

7
runners
11.7km
01:38
410m
420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

6
runners
12.8km
01:41
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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7
riders
44.5km
03:43
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
55.3km
03:46
1,030m
1,030m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
32.7km
02:38
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
4
riders
54.6km
04:14
1,540m
1,540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Colognac offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 15 routes across these sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.49 stars from more than 1,400 ratings.
Hiking trails in Colognac traverse diverse landscapes, including mixed forests of pines and oaks, granite plateaus, and limestone formations. Paths can lead through areas like Col des Fosses or extend into the Cévennes National Park. More information on local hikes is available in the Hiking around Colognac guide.
Colognac provides options for road cycling, particularly with its proximity to mountain passes in the Cévennes. Routes can offer challenging climbs, such as the Col de l'Asclier, which features a 7.7-mile (12.4 km) ascent with an average gradient of 4.9%. Detailed routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Colognac guide.
The rugged terrain and extensive network of paths around Colognac make it suitable for mountain biking. The Cévennes region is recognized as a destination for mountain biking enthusiasts. Specific trails are outlined in the MTB Trails around Colognac guide.
Touring cyclists can explore Colognac and its surroundings on paved routes, including sections of greenways that start from nearby towns. These routes allow for a relaxed pace to experience the scenery. The Cycling around Colognac guide offers relevant information.
Colognac offers trails suitable for jogging and running, allowing users to explore the natural environment. These routes vary in terrain and length. Information on specific running paths is available in the Running Trails around Colognac guide.
Colognac is situated within the Cévennes, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, featuring diverse landscapes. Notable natural features include mixed forests, granite plateaus, limestone formations, and deep gorges. Panoramic views can extend from Cap d'Agde to Mont Blanc from elevated points.
Colognac benefits from a temperate Mediterranean climate, which provides pleasant conditions for outdoor activities for a significant portion of the year. This climate supports various sports across multiple seasons.
Colognac is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 14,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 15 available routes have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars, based on more than 1,400 user ratings.
Official information regarding Colognac can be obtained from the Mairie (Town Hall) of Colognac. Their phone number is 04 66 85 27 88. Further details are available on the official website of the Communauté de communes du Piémont Cévenol, which includes Colognac.
Yes, Colognac offers routes suitable for gravel biking, utilizing its varied terrain and network of paths. These routes provide opportunities to explore the region's natural beauty on a gravel bike. The Gravel biking around Colognac guide provides specific route information.

