Mountain biking and e-MTB in the Morvan
To truly know the Morvan, you walk it or you ride it: we've made our choice!
Description
🚵 Explore the Morvan by mountain bike or e-MTB, on your own or with a qualified instructor. 🌲 Forest trails, the shores of the Settons and Chaumeçon lakes, descents towards Vézelay or the Pierre-qui-Vire abbey: Burgundy's Morvan Regional Nature Park is a huge playground just 2h30 from Paris, 1h30 from Dijon and 3h00 from Lyon. ⚡ With electric assist, the hills become pure fun!
📞 Bookings and quotes: +33 3 86 22 65 28 · laurent.r@takamaka.fr
🔗 Combine with: Giant paddleboard on the Lac de Chaumeçon, Canoeing on the Lac de Chaumeçon.
📍 Also worth exploring: Morvan Regional Nature Park.
Booking calendar not open yet for your date? Call us on +33 3 86 22 65 28 and we will hold it for you.
🚲 Self-guided rides start from €19 per person, on a standard or electric mountain bike. 🧑🏫 Guided rides with a qualified instructor start at €65 per person. ⏱️ Allow 2.5 to 3 hours of riding. 🪖 A helmet is provided, plus a GPS track to load onto your phone so you can follow the route. 📍 Rides start near our Plainefas base in Saint-Martin-du-Puy (58140), off the A6 at the Avallon exit (2h30 from Paris, 1h30 from Dijon and 3h00 from Lyon). 👦 Mountain biking is open to riders aged 10 to 12 and up. 💶 ANCV holiday vouchers accepted. 📞 Bookings and quotes: +33 3 86 22 65 28 · laurent.r@takamaka.fr
How the activity works
🚲 Pick your bike
🗺️ Plan your route
🌲 Hit the trail
🏁 Back at base
Why choose Takamaka ?
🗺️ The Morvan has thousands of kilometres of trails, so the trick is knowing which ones to ride. Our qualified instructors have mapped out mostly downhill routes that show off the best of the area, passing iconic spots like Vézelay and the Pierre-qui-Vire abbey. ⚡ We also rent e-MTBs, perfect for tackling the Morvan's rolling hills without wearing yourself out. 💪 Whether you ride solo or guided, you benefit from over 30 years of experience across the Takamaka network in outdoor adventures.
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FAQ
How much is a self-guided MTB ride in the Morvan?
From €19 per person, on a standard or electric mountain bike.
Is the Morvan good for e-mountain biking?
Yes, the terrain is hilly, and electric assist lets you enjoy the trails without being super fit.
Can I ride on my own?
Yes, self-guided, with the GPS track we provide. To discover the best sections, we recommend a guided ride.
How much is a guided MTB ride?
From €65 per person, for a 2.5- to 3-hour ride.
What's the minimum age for mountain biking in the Morvan?
From around age 10 to 12.
Is a helmet included?
Yes, a helmet is included, plus a GPS track to follow on your phone.
Do you ride in the rain?
Yes, we head out rain or shine: just dress for the weather.