La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion is a region in the Saône-et-Loire department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, characterized by diverse and peaceful landscapes suitable for outdoor pursuits. The terrain includes bocage, rolling hills, prairies, cultivated fields, and vineyards, alongside woodlands like the Forêt de Chapaize. Natural waterways such as the Naiguère stream and Grison river contribute to the scenic environment, providing varied settings for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
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85
Routes
4.6
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Average rating
708
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4.1
(7)
18
hikers
4.71km
01:22
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(17)
34
hikers
10.6km
03:02
260m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(9)
22
hikers
8.34km
02:20
160m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
(1)
8
hikers
6.47km
01:48
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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45
runners
17.6km
02:16
450m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

40
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.5
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29
runners
20.8km
02:41
640m
640m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(4)
37
riders
24.4km
02:28
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
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9
riders
20.0km
02:04
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
26.4km
02:20
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
45.0km
03:35
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(4)
35
riders
94.8km
05:50
560m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
11
riders
32.3km
02:03
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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14
riders
32.6km
03:13
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

6
riders
46.8km
02:57
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
12
riders
50.5km
02:07
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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14
riders
35.5km
02:00
670m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

13
riders
30.2km
01:21
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
40.7km
01:43
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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28
riders
94.1km
05:28
910m
900m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
23.4km
01:57
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
31.3km
02:05
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as bocage, rolling hills, vineyards, and woodlands. Komoot lists more than 20 routes for these sports.
The area provides a range of hiking trails suitable for different skill levels, from easy walks to more challenging routes. Trails traverse prairies, vineyards, cultivated fields, and forests. More information can be found in the Hiking around La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion guide.
A popular moderate hiking route is a 2.9-mile (4.71 km) loop through the medieval village of Brancion, offering views of the Grosne valley. The "Paradis" viewpoint near the fortified village of Brancion provides an exceptional panorama. Another option is a 4-mile (6.4 km) loop near the Roche d'Aujou viewpoint, which goes through woodlands and open countryside.
La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion is well-suited for touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. Many routes feature mostly paved surfaces, making them ideal for touring cyclists, though some segments may be unpaved. The Cycling around La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion guide provides further details.
Mountain biking is feasible on many routes around La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion, particularly on routes that include unpaved and potentially difficult segments. The wider Saône-et-Loire department is known for mountain biking trails. Consult the MTB Trails around La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion guide for specific routes.
The region offers various marked trails for different ability levels, including easy walks suitable for families. The diverse landscapes of bocage, prairies, and woodlands provide pleasant environments for family excursions. Many hiking and cycling routes can be adapted for family outings.
Key highlights include the fortified village of Brancion and its historic Château de Brancion, dating back to the 9th century. Natural features encompass woodlands like the Forêt de Chapaize and Forêt de la Montagne, as well as the Naiguère stream and Grison river. The region also features five 19th-century restored washhouses and numerous bread ovens.
La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 8,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars, indicating high satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion, Cycling around La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion, and MTB Trails around La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion. Guides for running, road cycling, and gravel biking are also available.
The official website for La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion is lacommune.fr. This site provides information regarding local services and community details.
The phone number for the Mairie (town hall) of La Chapelle-Sous-Brancion is 03 85 51 01 59. This number can be used for official inquiries.

