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Mountain biking around Trenal offers a diverse landscape characterized by rolling hills, scenic vineyards, and historical structures like viaducts and tunnels. The region features varied terrain with moderate elevation changes, providing engaging routes for mountain bikers. Trails often lead to panoramic viewpoints, showcasing the local geography. This area provides a mix of natural and man-made features to explore on two wheels.
Last updated: June 22, 2026
4.5
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17
riders
40.3km
03:13
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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riders
43.8km
02:56
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
21.1km
01:11
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.8
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10
riders
36.6km
01:51
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31.3km
01:39
130m
130m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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nice singletrack but beware, the beginning of the singletrack is not maintained and overgrown with brambles, I came out with bleeding legs
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The Courlan viaduct spans the Vallière river. 338 meters long and 16 meters high, it has 16 arches. A beautiful structure to see along the Voie Bressane greenway.
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This easy-to-access circuit is perfect for exploring a loop that takes in varied and easy paths. However, bring a lamp as there are many tunnels and they are sometimes poorly lit.
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Beautiful, great, viaduct and tunnel. It's a shame the cycle path isn't asphalted.
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Beautiful views, but unfortunately the railway line cycle path is not asphalted.
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An old railway bridge worth seeing, unfortunately there are stupid rivets on the road and it is slippery when wet.
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As you travel along the PLM Route, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Vallière Valley. Once a historic railway line, this scenic route now offers a tranquil escape through rolling hills, lush forests and charming villages. From the elevated vantage point, you can admire the meandering river, picturesque vineyards and distant mountains.
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Trenal offers a range of mountain bike trails suitable for various skill levels. You'll find 11 easy routes, 62 moderate routes, and 8 difficult routes, ensuring options for beginners to experienced riders.
Yes, Trenal has 11 easy mountain bike routes that are generally suitable for families or those new to mountain biking. These trails often feature gentler terrain and less elevation gain.
Mountain biking in Trenal takes you through diverse landscapes, including rolling hills, scenic vineyards, and areas featuring historical structures like viaducts and tunnels. Many routes also lead to panoramic viewpoints.
Yes, Trenal offers several longer routes. For instance, the Vineyards off the stars – under the Star castle loop from Courlaoux is 25.0 miles (40.3 km) long, and the Tunnel de la Diane (Voie PLM) – Révigny Metal Viaduct loop from Courbouzon covers 21.9 miles (35.2 km).
The area is highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.5 stars from over 80 reviews. Riders often praise the varied terrain, the scenic vineyard landscapes, and the unique historical features like tunnels and viaducts found along the routes.
Many of the mountain bike routes in Trenal are designed as loops. Examples include the Pointe de la Vuarde – Montorient Viewpoint loop from Chilly-le-Vignoble and the La Vallière – Courlan Viaduct loop from Macornay.
You can encounter several notable landmarks. The Tunnel de la Diane (Voie PLM) – Révigny Metal Viaduct loop from Courbouzon features both the Tunnel de la Diane (Voie PLM) and the Révigny Metal Viaduct. Other highlights in the region include the Metal Bridge and Tunnel of the Voie PLM and the Guillotine Viewpoint.
There are over 80 mountain bike trails available for exploration in Trenal, offering a wide variety of options for different preferences and skill levels.
The trails in Trenal feature moderate elevation changes. For example, the Vineyards off the stars – under the Star castle loop from Courlaoux has an elevation gain of over 600 meters, while easier routes like the Lons-le-Saunier loop from Courlaoux have around 150 meters of ascent.
Given the region's vineyards and scenic viewpoints, spring, summer, and early autumn generally offer the most pleasant conditions for mountain biking in Trenal, with favorable weather for enjoying the outdoor landscape.
Yes, many routes in Trenal traverse vineyard areas. A prime example is the Vineyards off the stars – under the Star castle loop from Courlaoux, which specifically navigates through these scenic agricultural landscapes.


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