Sorbiers, a region in the Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in France, presents a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Situated at the foot of the Monts du Lyonnais and bordering the Pilat Regional Natural Park, the area features varied terrain, including wooded sections, elevated plateaus, and scenic dams. This green setting provides an ideal environment for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
The region of Sorbiers offers numerous routes…
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riders
22.6km
01:33
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58
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34.2km
02:30
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66.0km
04:17
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66.7km
04:45
1,380m
1,370m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2.06km
00:42
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.31km
02:22
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.3km
03:18
420m
420m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.17km
02:08
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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188
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72km
03:26
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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85.1km
05:01
2,000m
2,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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93
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53.3km
02:37
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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48
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45.5km
02:40
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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74
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24.0km
02:28
720m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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39
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23.1km
02:04
620m
620m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19.9km
01:29
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.2km
02:07
710m
710m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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12
runners
9.93km
01:38
620m
620m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
20.2km
03:24
1,280m
1,280m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.2km
01:18
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
12.6km
01:27
220m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
riders
19.6km
01:26
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.9km
01:57
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.1km
01:44
600m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
63.7km
05:03
1,530m
1,530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sorbiers offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features varied terrain at the foot of the Monts du Lyonnais and near the Pilat Regional Natural Park. Activities in Sorbiers have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars on komoot.
Sorbiers provides varied terrain for road cycling, including hilly sections in the Monts du Lyonnais. Routes such as the "Hauteurs de Sorbiers – St. Christo Chapel loop" offer structured options with considerable elevation changes. More information is available in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Sorbiers.
The region around Sorbiers features numerous hiking trails for various fitness levels. Notable trails can be found around the Gouffre d'Enfer Dam, offering views of waterfalls and natural landscapes. Loops with moderate to difficult ratings are available through wooded sections and elevated plateaus. Explore options in the guide Hiking around Sorbiers.
Sorbiers provides a diverse landscape for mountain biking, featuring wooded areas, elevated plateaus, and scenic dams. Popular trails include the "White cross – Sorbiers loop" and the "View of Les A Peri – Cuvette des Trois Gués loop," which offer varied terrain and significant elevation gains. Further details are in the guide MTB Trails around Sorbiers.
Key natural features in Sorbiers include the Gouffre d'Enfer Dam, an impressive masonry arch dam completed in 1866. The Rive Dam is another scenic location. The region also features extensive wooded areas and elevated plateaus, and is close to the Pilat Regional Natural Park.
Sorbiers offers local cycle paths (pistes cyclables) within the town, which enhance safety and enjoyment for touring cyclists. The varied terrain also includes less challenging sections suitable for families. Specific routes can be found in the Cycling around Sorbiers guide.
Sorbiers offers a range of difficulty levels due to its varied topography. The Monts du Lyonnais provide hilly sections and significant elevation changes for more challenging routes. There are also easier local cycle paths and moderate hiking loops available. Users can find routes catering to different fitness levels.
Komoot offers several guides for Sorbiers, including Road Cycling Routes around Sorbiers, Cycling around Sorbiers, Hiking around Sorbiers, MTB Trails around Sorbiers, Running Trails around Sorbiers, and Gravel biking around Sorbiers.
Sorbiers is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 3,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The activities available have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Sorbiers is located in the Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It is situated at the foot of the Monts du Lyonnais and at the gateway to the Pilat Regional Natural Park.
The official website for the Mairie de Sorbiers is www.mairie-sorbiers.fr. The phone number for the Mairie de Sorbiers is +33 4 77 01 11 30. For tourism inquiries, the Office de Tourisme de Sorbiers can be reached at +33 4 77 01 11 42.

