Fay-En-Montagne: Mountain Biking, Roman Road and Foxtrott

For a trip to Fay-en-Montagne, you can focus on three different things: the “Les Puits Romains – 1V” mountain-bike circuit, Foxtrott’s guided rides on electric off-road scooters, and a pilgrimage tradition dedicated to Saint Gui, known as Saint Fort, since 1165. When planning, you can first decide whether the route, a guided ride or the historical connection is most important to you.

Mountain-bike circuit along the Roman road

Around 1,100 metres of the “Les Puits Romains – 1V” mountain-bike circuit run along an old Roman road. This approximate figure refers to the section on the Roman road; it does not describe the total length of the circuit. The historical connection is therefore clearly tied to one part of the route. If you pay attention to individual sections on a mountain-bike ride, you’ll find a specific feature here: in addition to the circuit itself, the route is explicitly described as following the old road.

To reach the starting point of the mountain-bike circuit from Lons-le-Saunier, take the D471 and then the D4 to Fay-en-Montagne. The car park for the circuit is opposite the town hall. The route in and the car park’s location provide two practical reference points for planning. Check the current route and local parking situation before setting off, as navigation conditions and parking availability may vary.

Guided rides with Foxtrott

Foxtrott offers guided rides in Fay-en-Montagne on electric off-road scooters, lasting one to two hours. This gives you a specific time frame for the activity. The rides are open to people aged 14 and over; the maximum permitted body weight is 95 kg. These limits help you check in advance who can take part.

Groups are limited to a maximum of six people; helmets and gloves are provided. Along with the duration, you can also factor group size and equipment into your plans. As details of the offer may change, confirm the duration, participation requirements and provided equipment with Foxtrott in advance.

Pilgrimage tradition since 1165

A pilgrimage dedicated to Saint Gui, known as Saint Fort, has taken place in Fay-en-Montagne since 1165. The year gives this tradition a historical reference point. For travellers interested in religious history, the pilgrimage adds another point of interest alongside the two activities. It describes a different side of the area from the historic section of the route along the Roman road or the guided ride on an off-road scooter.

Compare the activities when planning

You can compare the options by looking at different details. For the mountain-bike circuit, the approach via the D471 and D4 and the car park opposite the town hall are specified; its historical connection lies in the approximately 1,100-metre section along the old Roman road. For Foxtrott, the focus is on the guided ride, its one-to-two-hour duration and specific participation requirements. These details answer different planning questions: Which local directions can help you reach the circuit, how long does the Foxtrott ride take, and what requirements apply? The pilgrimage dating back to 1165 adds a historical and religious focus to the options. This can help you decide which of these themes matters most for your stay in Fay-en-Montagne.

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