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An easy walk to get some fresh air along small tarmac roads and wooded paths. The route passes through the Bois de Couroules and apple orchards. There are sweeping views of the Alps, from Mont Blanc to the Grand Veymont, the highest peak in the Vercors. This walk is fully signposted in yellow and is known as “Véranne 2”.

A short walk offering the chance to explore the basalt flows in the Monistrol-d’Allier area. The route follows the River Allier and offers lovely views throughout the walk. Towards the end of the route, you’ll find the Troglodyte Chapel of La Madeleine and the magnificent Rocher du Lion.

Explore the Allier Gorges and its railway line via a very rural route. The scenery is extremely varied, alternating between meadows, cultivated fields and wild areas, with an elevated walkway over the river and a view of the ruins of Jonchères Castle.

An easy walk along the Doron de Belleville torrent. A narrow path through the deciduous woodland leads to a fairy chimney known locally as the ‘Demoiselle Coiffée’. There is a small stone bridge at the start and, on the return journey, a wooden footbridge. The sound of the torrent accompanies you throughout the walk.

Spectacular panoramic views from the summit of Tougnète, at an altitude of 2,437 m. Magnificent panoramic views from vantage points along the entire route. Arrival at the top of the Roc 1 cable car, at 2,260 m. This hike should be undertaken during the summer when the ski lifts are operating for hikers.

Tougnète is an easy peak to reach in summer via the ski lifts and allows you to admire magnificent panoramic views with ease. The superb meadows come into view on the descent. There are no difficulties; just take the time to admire the scenery.

The walk climbs gently before descending towards Le Molard and the Saint-Martin 1 cable car. Throughout the route, you’ll be treated to sweeping views of the mountains and the Belleville valley. The alpine pastures offer magnificent scenery. Best done in summer whilst the ski lifts are operating.

A stroll to enjoy the fresh air along the banks of the Rhône. There is no elevation gain; the path runs alongside the Viarhôna, the cycle route from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean, before returning inland. The banks of the Rhône at this point are densely vegetated. It is a peaceful, easy walk.

The town of Roussillon has created a network of trails named “de l’édit” in memory of the edict issued in 1564 in Roussillon, which established1 January as the start of the year throughout France. These trails are perfect for family walks, with no difficulty, no elevation gain and very little tarmac. They pass through apple orchards and quite varied landscapes. The names of the trails are indicated on signs put up by the town of Roussillon.

Explore the Roussillon leisure area and its pond. Walk along the Edit trails. Cross the River Sanne via a footbridge to avoid the ford. Please note that part of the return journey runs alongside the D131C road. This route is not suitable for those who dislike tarmac roads.

This walk takes you through the countryside towards La Chapelle-de-Surieu. A few tarmac roads with little traffic. At the top, sweeping views of the Monts du Pilat on one side and the Vercors range on the other. Meadows and cultivated fields. Please note: there is a ford across the Sanne; avoid this during periods of high water.

A lovely, pleasant and easy walk, which is fully signposted in yellow from Burdignes and named ‘Burdignes No. 2’. The paths are easy, with panoramic views in several places and sections through woodland covering around 50 per cent of the route.

A truly exceptional route along the banks of the Aber Wrac'h, surrounded by herons and egrets. Granite boulders rise out of the ground and oak trees cling to the small cliffs of brownish-yellow silt. Be careful, this scenery has to be earned as the bank is very muddy and slippery. Be sure to wear waterproof shoes or boots and bring walking sticks to avoid slipping. Check the tide times carefully and plan to set off two hours before high tide. As a guide, it took us 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach the Devil's Bridge.

Walk along the top of the cliffs facing the open sea. In centuries past, fortifications were built here to protect the Bay of Brest. The path crosses the moor. The return journey is inland.

An easy, short walk along the River Camfrout, offering views of the exterior of a pretty castle and the chance to visit a small, beautifully renovated chapel. Discover an Iron Age menhir that was Christianised in the Middle Ages.

Discover the medieval town of Bourg-en-Bresse. Tour the streets to admire the well-preserved half-timbered houses. Plaques on the remarkable façades explain their history.Departure from the car park of the Monastery of Brou, a remarkable building that is definitely worth a visit.

This is an easy, short walk on good stony paths. There are beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Tip: best done in mid-May when the broom is in bloom. Be careful, there is little shade, so avoid the hottest times of day.

Discover two rivers via beautiful green trails covered in flowers in spring, but watch out for mosquitoes. Enjoy the stunning Chute du Tombereau waterfall and cross vineyards and olive groves.

An easy walk to explore the cultivated plain and then the wooded hills, with magnificent views over the Rhône valley and the Alps.

Discover three very different sites: the orientation point towards Bellegarde-Poussieu, the Chapelle de la Salette and the strange little valley known as La Font du Loup. From the orientation point, you can see the entire Alpine range, and under the tall trees you can park and make use of the picnic tables. From the chapel, you can see the very pleasant Combe Rival. La Font du Loup is a strange little valley in the forest, criss-crossed by several streams. 

The Colorado chairlift in La Plagne operates during the summer. It provides access to the summit of the Grande Rochette with a gentle ascent. From there, you can admire the magnificent south face of the massif.

Exploring the Ambrussum archaeological site. Entry to the site and the museum is free. Check the museum’s opening hours online. The oppidum is always open. The site belongs to the municipality of Lunel.

The old quarries are not open to visitors for safety reasons: in this area, do not stray from the paths as there are large holes in the ground. The Massif d'Uchaux offers spectacular views, particularly of Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail.

An easy climb to the fortress along gently sloping paths. Explore the ridge path of the Uchaux massif.

Explore the Lens woodland and its white stone quarries, which were used for numerous buildings. There are many Roman quarries in this area. Lens stone is hard, white, very fine-grained, and highly prized by stonemasons and sculptors.

A walk along the Alzon river allows you to discover the source of the Eure, which was captured by the Romans to supply Nîmes with drinking water via the aqueduct. The remains are still visible. The walk then climbs to a magnificent viewpoint offering a wide panorama of Uzès.

This is a short, easy circular. The walk starts at the former monastery of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez and climbs up to Pavezin, mostly along small tarmac roads, before descending via a pleasant grassy path. Both the ascent and the descent offer superb panoramic views.

This walk is 60 per cent on tarmac roads. It is possible to cycle the route. Apart from a short climb at the end, the route is practically flat. You’ll walk past orchards and meadows with cows or horses. There’s a lovely view of the Vercors halfway along the route.

A very pleasant walk through the countryside and forest with panoramic views of the Rhône valley and the Alps. The route is on good paths with an easy climb. The route is fully marked in either red/yellow or white/yellow.

A walk in the countryside for those who don't like hills. Wide views of the ridges with meadows, moors and horses on the Mornantais plateau.

A short walk to get some fresh air in the north of the Pilat Park.

A walk along small tarmac roads offering sweeping views of the Pilat massif and, in places, the Vercors massif. The forest paths can be a little muddy in wet weather.

A short, unpretentious walk, ideal for a sunny winter’s afternoon. Small tarmac roads and grassy paths which may be very wet or even muddy. A sweeping 360° panorama with views of the Pilat massif.

Discover the Gouffre de la Monette and its waterfall via the marsh route. This is a mysterious place to be enjoyed in peace and quiet, so choose a time when it is not too busy.

Enjoy a lovely walk above Ambierle through fields and forests. Discover its magnificent church with its polychrome tiles.

The walk takes you through Saint-Haon-le-Vieux along the Chemin Rouge, then on to the site of Saint-Haon-le-Châtel, a veritable open-air museum where you can relive ten centuries of civilisation with its remains of high walls, 17 towers and 4 gates. These fortifications were built in the mid-14th century to protect the town from bands of looters. A magnificent village where every street is worth exploring.

A walk between Arcinges and Le Cergne, including a visit to the chapels of Calvary and Fatima.

Explore the splendid Abbey of La Bénisson-Dieu and the river port of Briennon. Take a leisurely stroll along the canal.

A fully signposted trail offering magnificent views over the forests, followed by pleasant farmland. Passes through charming hamlets. A few rocks characteristic of the Sidobre region. The route is mostly shaded, which is welcome in summer.

Discover the Lézert stream, which flows through a mass of large granite boulders. The path winds its way up through the boulder field in a damp, cool forest, even in summer. To avoid a return journey, head back via a small, traffic-free road that allows you to make a short detour to see the precariously balanced Roc du Baptistou.

An easy walk along small roads, exploring the lavender fields and vineyards against the backdrop of the Dent de Rez.

A very pleasant, easy walk through the heath between dry stone walls, with the option to explore the Neolithic necropolis and the Bourbouillet resurgence cave if you wish. Magnificent in spring when white yarrow blankets the landscape, dotted with pink, yellow or blue from other flowers. The wetland vegetation near the Reméjadou karstic cave is surprising, featuring mosses, lichens, ferns, etc. 15/05/2024: Starting car park changed.

Discover a wild and peaceful valley that contrasts with the festive atmosphere of the huge leisure area of the adjacent campsite. Descend via a small, damp path along the stream, then climb back up a very stony but well-shaded path. Not recommended for young children due to the rocky terrain.

An easy walk around Gras. Lavender fields, vineyards and heath. Beautiful scenery and remarkable views. Best done during the lavender bloom, but avoid the hottest part of the day as there is no shade.

Lavender and vine crops. Heaths and dry stone walls. Ruins of a former German military camp. An extremely easy walk, with no elevation gain, on good paths and small roads with no traffic.

A short, unpretentious and easy walk to explore the countryside and woodlands along stony paths. Lovely views of the Alps and the Pilat Massif.

A short walk through the hamlet of Saint-Mamert and the forest takes you to the charming Jardin du Bois Marquis. This magnificent garden, beautiful in all seasons, is open to the public free of charge seven days a week. Here you can admire collections of plants and trees, as well as a pond where all kinds of brightly coloured ducks frolic. It is classified as a "remarkable garden" and has won awards.

An easy climb to the Col de Pavezin via the pleasant paved Roman road, then through the forest. Return via a scenic path and then along the Couzon stream.

A very easy short walk with magnificent views over Thélis-la-Combe.

This is a walk best enjoyed when the fruit trees are in bloom; it’s a gentle stroll where you can simply look at and smell the flowers. There’s also an alternative route to explore the archaeological site of Anjou.