Pollieu, a commune located in the Ain department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, offers a landscape well-suited for outdoor pursuits. The area features diverse terrain, including the natural Lac de Barterand, and benefits from the broader Ain department's mix of mountains, plains, rivers, and forests. These natural features provide a setting for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Outdoor activities in Pollieu center around its natural environment, providing…
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26.6km
01:14
240m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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55.5km
03:10
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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03:14
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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00:35
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8.38km
02:46
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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7.52km
02:19
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9.20km
02:40
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240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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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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29.5km
01:53
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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42.8km
03:23
640m
640m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32.2km
02:15
310m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
7.79km
00:58
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11.2km
01:15
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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01:16
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.57km
00:50
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Pollieu provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features 16 routes across these sports, catering to different interests.
Pollieu offers 8 dedicated hiking routes. A notable option is the circuit around Lac de Barterand, which provides varied scenery. For more details, explore the Hiking around Pollieu guide.
Yes, Pollieu features routes for various cycling disciplines. Options include Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The wider Bugey region, where Pollieu is located, offers diverse landscapes for rides.
Pollieu has 1 touring cycling route available. This route allows exploration of the local area at a leisurely pace. More information can be found in the Cycling around Pollieu guide.
Pollieu offers 1 road cycling route. This route provides an opportunity for road cyclists to experience the local terrain. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Pollieu guide for specifics.
Pollieu has 1 easy mountain biking trail. The broader Ain department, where Pollieu is situated, is known for extensive MTB networks. Details on local trails are available in the MTB Trails around Pollieu guide.
Routes in Pollieu have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 2,000 users. The positive feedback indicates a generally satisfying experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
More than 29,000 visitors have explored routes in Pollieu using komoot. This indicates a significant level of interest and engagement with the outdoor offerings in the region. The community actively shares experiences and contributes to route information.
Yes, Pollieu offers gravel biking opportunities. The terrain in the Bugey region, encompassing Pollieu, is suitable for gravel riding. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Pollieu, provides further information.
A prominent natural feature in Pollieu is the Lac de Barterand. This natural lake serves as a focal point for local outdoor pursuits, including hiking. The wider Bugey region also features vineyards, viewpoints, and waterfalls.
Pollieu offers 5 jogging routes for runners. These trails provide options for exploring the local landscape on foot. The Running Trails around Pollieu guide details these options.
The local administration for Pollieu is handled by its Mairie (Town Hall). The official website is pollieu.fr. The Mairie can also be reached by phone at +33 4 79 42 10 97.