The most beautiful routes to do in autumn

The temperatures are getting cooler, the trees are changing colour and the leaves are crunching underfoot: there's no doubt about it, autumn is here. Although this time of year is often associated with melancholy and the irresistible urge to stay curled up on the sofa, it's actually the perfect season for going for a run and enjoying the autumn colours and light. JOOKS invites you to discover its most beautiful autumn running routes, from Japan to Sweden, via Brazil.

Kyoto

The vibrant colours of autumn in a park in Kyoto

While spring in Kyoto is renowned for its beauty, Japan's former imperial capital is at its most colourful in autumn. Thousands of tourists, both Japanese and foreign, flock here every year to see the koyo, the reddening of the maple leaves, symbols of autumn on the archipelago. Enjoy this magnificent spectacle with our route The former imperial capital, which will take you to discover the most beautiful koyo spots in Kyoto, from Eikan-dō Temple to the Philosopher's Walk.

New York City

Central Park in autumn

Autumn in New York is a chance to admire the Halloween decorations, marvel at the Thanksgiving parade, or catch the start of the NBA and NHL seasons. But it's also the most spectacular season to explore Central Park, the Big Apple's green lung. With our route Exploring Central Park, let yourself be enchanted by the autumn colours of the trees as you stroll along the paths of the most visited park in the United States.

London

St James's Park and the London Eye in the background

Autumn has arrived, bringing with it mulled cider, copper-coloured trees and softer light. The summer crowds have deserted the streets of London and the British capital has regained its tranquillity. These are ideal conditions for exploring the city on foot and discovering London's many neighbourhoods in a different light. Our route Camden will take you to the heart of this popular and unusual neighbourhood and along the Regent's Canal, which is magnificent at this time of year. On the agenda: houses by the water, beautifully decorated barges and street art, all in the colours of autumn.

Montreal

Montreal's autumn skyline

Canadian autumn is famous around the world, and for good reason. The season of colours offers an incredible spectacle with its palette of yellows and oranges, embellished by the flamboyant red of the maple trees. While the country's many parks and forests allow you to enjoy nature and colours to the fullest, cities are not to be outdone, and Montreal is no exception. Our route From the Old Port to Mount Royal will allow you to admire the gradient of autumn colours from the heights of the city to the banks of the St. Lawrence River.

Munich

St Luke's Protestant Church

In Munich, autumn rhymes with Oktoberfest. The Beer Festival is indeed the biggest event of the year in the Bavarian capital. It runs from September to October and attracts several million visitors every year. But Munich in autumn has much more to offer. With its many parks and prime location on the banks of the Isar River, Germany's secret capital offers magnificent scenery for runners and walkers alike. Take a stroll through Munich's largest park, surrounded by lakes and golden-hued trees, with our route Englischer Garten.

Bruges

The canals of Bruges wind their way through historic houses

Bruges is beautiful in every season, but autumn gives it a special charm. With its canals, cobbled streets and magnificent medieval houses, the capital of West Flanders is enhanced by the autumn light and invites you to take a stroll. Take advantage of the calm of the late season and Indian summer to visit one of Belgium's most beautiful cities. The Venice of the North will reveal itself to you thanks to our route of the same name, which will take you on a journey to discover the treasures of this Belgian city.

Stockholm

Autumnal view of the Nordiska Museum from Skansen Park

Although renowned for its rather harsh climate, Sweden as a whole enjoys a temperate climate. In autumn, the air is cool and the days are getting shorter, but temperatures are still mild. Nature dons its autumn coat and Stockholm, with its many parks and gardens, glows with the most vibrant colours. Thanks to our route The Green City, you can explore the Swedish capital and admire these shades of autumn colours while passing almost exclusively through green spaces.

For those who feel the cold more, we have also included routes in cities where autumn temperatures are milder:

Seville

The famous Spanish Square and its palace

Although it never gets really cold in Andalusia, summers in Seville are very hot, even scorching. With the arrival of autumn, the crowds of tourists leave and the temperatures become milder. The late season is therefore the ideal time to discover the Andalusian capital. From the cathedral and its famous Giralda to the Plaza de España, The Pearl of Andalusia route will take you through the picturesque streets of the city to see its most beautiful monuments.

Marrakech

The Koutoubia Mosque

To enjoy an autumn that feels like an endless summer, head to Marrakech. The Red City is the ideal destination for anyone wishing to escape the grey autumn skies of Europe. Bright colours, spicy scents, bustling streets... everything comes together to awaken the senses and delight visitors. Let yourself be seduced by the treasures of Marrakech by taking our route The Red City, which will take you from the Medina to the Menara.

Rio de Janeiro

Christ the Redeemer overlooking the city of Rio

September to November may not be autumn in the southern hemisphere, but it's the perfect time to escape the cold and damp weather on the other side of the globe and discover the Cidade Maravilhosa. The temperatures are warm but not too hot, the sky is blue and the atmosphere is summery. It's the perfect opportunity for a trip to the waterfront with our route A Run by the Water, which will guide you along the shores of Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon before taking you to two of the most beautiful beaches in the world: Copacabana and Ipanema.

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