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A loop hike from col du Chatoux in the Haut Beaujolais region

From Col du chatoux (or col du Chêne), this hike goes through woods along the ridge line offering wonderful views:
-over the Saône and eastern Beaujolais valleys
- over Azergues Valley to the west.
The Brévenne Aqueduct from Duerne

This beautiful circular route from Duerne takes you along well-marked paths and tracks, often shaded, to discover the varied landscapes of this little-known part of the Monts du Lyonnais.
A small stele by the side of the road commemorates the sacrifice of the American pilots who crashed there in 1944.
At the end of the route, before heading back up towards Duerne, you can discover the astonishing remains of the Roman Aqueduct on the Brévenne.
Three castles and Sainte-Marie tour

The three châteaux in Quincié-en-Beaujolais are well worth a visit. What's more, you'll pass through a highly varied landscape of vineyards, forests and meadows.
The three châteaux trail is very well signposted and offers 4 variants of varying lengths.
Aqueduct, view of the Alps and Madone from Yzeron

A beautiful circular walk starting from the village of Yzeron, alternating between forest paths and clear views of Lyon and the Alps. In good weather, there is an exceptional view of the Alps: you can easily recognise Mont Blanc, the Belledonne massif, the Chartreuse, the Vercors and even (for those in the know) the Meije!
Part of the route follows the old (buried) aqueduct of Yzeron, which supplied Lyon with water in Gallo-Roman times (there are very informative signs along the route).
Yzeron - Lakes and ridges

Loop trail starting from Yzeron, through varied landscapes. The trail passes around the small dam lake at the foot of Yzeron and then, at the end of the hike, along the Lac d'Yzeron, whose new facilities were inaugurated on 19/07/14.
The Circuit around Py Froid

A very nice circuit around the Monts du Lyonnais to explore the climbing area at Py Froid.
The Dolmen path

This path is very pleasant in the Autumn, with a magnificent view of the monts d'Or, Lyon and the Rhone valley.
This route can be extended in the direction of Yzeron or Thurin.
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From Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or to St Romain-au-Mont-d'Or via Mont Thoux

A Short yet tough hike through the Monts d'Or. Very nice in good weather and on dry ground.
Between the Châtoux and the Joncin mountain passes

A scenic walk between the mountain passes of Col du Châtoux and Col du Joncin.
Les Balcons de Sain-Bel: Savigny and Tour du Crét d'Arjoux

A short trip to the Monts du Lyonnais from Savigny, above Sain-Bel. A very beautiful walk through orchards with magnificent views of the Turdine, Azergues, Saône and Brévenne valleys and the surrounding mountains.
Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or - Mont Thou loop

This is an easy, shaded walk where you can see many orchids in April and a few restored drystone shelters. Mont Thou offers beautiful views of the Saône valley and the Ain plain, and even further depending on the weather.
Drystone shelters are dry stone structures found in the Monts d'Or.
Le Bas Marjon

A pleasant half-day walk along paths and through woods with beautiful views of the region.
The Bois Bouchat forest at the start of the Saint-Vincent Chapel

A scenic route through the forest with no difficulty, 95% of which is on paths.
Dommartin Dardilly

Warm up in the Bois des Plasses in the municipalities of Dommartin and Dardilly.
Tupin, Condrieu, Semons: between the Rhône and the vineyards

A hike with a very varied route.
Discover the Lônes with nature observatories in the protected area of Île du Beurre.
The banks of the Rhône (with the Port des Roches de Condrieu opposite) and a very pleasant arrival in Condrieu (restored residences).
Visit the old town of Condrieu, climb up to the village of Semons and enjoy the view over the market garden plain of Ampuis.
Descent into the vineyards of the Côtes Rôties to discover the intertwining terraces and low walls.
On the Savigny - Lanay trails

A very pretty walk to discover the rolling countryside around Savigny, alternating between dirt tracks and little-used roads, valley bottoms (Trésoncle) and hilltops (viewpoints).
The vineyards of Ampuis

A short hike to discover the vineyards of Ampuis, with superb views of the terraced vineyards and the Rhône valley.
Stream crossings near Loire-sur-Rhône

Shaded walk along the banks of streams in a Rhône ravine. A surprisingly peaceful natural area given its proximity to urban centres.
Flassieux loop

From the 19th-century Romanesque church of Saint-Barthélémy to the Bois du Recours, this pleasant short walk offers magnificent views of Lyon, its mountains and the snow-capped Alps in fine weather.
Circular hike in the Chamelet woods

A lovely, easy walk through the woods above Chamelet.
Valency via the Col de La Croix du Ban

A short hike to soak up the gentle tranquillity of the Monts du Lyonnais, just 15 km as the crow flies from Place Bellecour (Lyon). This circuit is also very close to the neighbouring towns of Tassin, Craponne, Saint-Genis-les-Ollières and Charbonnières-les-Bains.
You will discover the calm of the forest with its remarkable trees, the tranquillity of small streams and breathtaking views of Lyon. As a bonus, depending on the conditions, you can enjoy views of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
The Monts du Lyonnais from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux

A very pleasant walk in the woods, rewarded with a panoramic view of the Rhône Valley and the Ain Plain.
Brou Forest in Ternand

This loop, starting from the old village of Ternand, winds its way through the vineyards of the Beaujolais region and the deep Brou forest.
The circuit begins with a visit to the pretty medieval village of Ternand.
The route follows small roads and easy paths and offers beautiful views of the surrounding Beaujolais mountains, from Létra to Oingt.
Castles, vineyards and golden stones

A lovely loop with few hills, taking you through vineyards and forests.
You will discover the golden stone village of Glay and pass by Courbeville Castle.
You will also discover the village of Chessy with its castle and 12th-15th century church.
Rontalon - Saint-Andre-la-Côte - la Croix Forest circuit

This beautiful route offers views of the Alps, including Mont Blanc, and the Cantal. There are orientation tables near Saint-André-la-Côte
You can shorten the hike by going directly to the Signal Saint-André without passing through Saint-André-la-Côte.
The Rochefort to Rontalon loop

A beautiful circular walk through the varied and undulating landscapes of this part of the Monts du Lyonnais, taking you through the pretty, shady valley of the Bâtie stream and along the Rontalon botanical trail. The route follows an old railroad track from the early twentieth century, before climbing up through a Mediterranean style forest and past some market gardens. End by visiting the medieval village of Rochefort where you can visit the remains of the keep and the chapel.
The roof of the Rhône: Mont Saint-Rigaud

A hike on the highest summit of the Rhône Department.
Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux - Haute Bruyère

This fairly easy circuit from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux will take you on a pleasant trail mainly in the forest. If the weather is clear, the view from the Plat Saint-Romain plateau offers a panoramic view of the Alps.
Yzeron - The Crêt de Py Froid

Varied itinerary: Forest on the climb toward the Crêt de Py Froid then at the start of the descent. The landscape opens out on the descent, becoming more rural. A little walking on the road.
Around Juliénas in Beaujolais

A hike in Beaujolais through vineyards and forests, starting from Juliénas near Belleville. This hike can be shortened or lengthened (see description).
The Sentier de Sacuny trail

In addition to being a nice hike, this circuit is interesting because throughout the trail signs provide educational information on the fauna and flora, tree species etc. It also helps hikers discover the local agricultural heritage that is everywhere so close to Lyon.
Confluence district of Lyon
For several years now, Lyon's Confluence district, in the wake of the construction of the museum, has been undergoing a major transformation. Here, it is invited to discover its new face, where modernity meets history, in the exceptional setting of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.
Around Mount Narcel

Parking: 4 spaces for cars a few metres from the start of the path.It's rare to find a quiet walk that barely touches tarmac in the Monts d'Or. This one does just that. You get to spend two hours in the forest near Lyon without any physical challenge. Ideal for families.
Lyon's painted walls: open-air museum Tony Garnier
Stroll through the Tony Garnier open-air museum. The beautiful buildings of the Cité des États-Unis serve as a backdrop for the architect's plans for his ideal city of Lyon. Other street arts, colorful and symbolist, extrapolate this concept to other countries.
Autour de Savigny
Découvrez une agréable randonnée autour de Savigny ; un circuit, d'environ 8 km, offrant de points de vue sur les paysages vallonnés environnants.
Classé avec un indice IBP de 40 HKG, vous emprunterez des chemins variés, et bénéficierez, notamment, d'une vue panoramique sur le Château de Montbloy et la Villa Mangini. Attendez-vous à un mélange de sentiers, de chemins en terre, et de passages longeant les vignes et la campagne locale.
Loop above La Nuizière starting from Le Chollet

This short loop will take you to the heights of La Nuizière, passing isolated farms (Bert, Le Chollet, Giraud) and crosses (Nuizière, Aliziers and Bert), between dirt tracks and small country roads.
The balconies of Perréon
This hike will take you to the heights of the Beaujolais region, where you can admire the vineyards, the Saône valley and, in the distance, the Alps, weather permitting. It alternates between vineyards and forests, following the GR®76 for a while. The signposting is varied, so it is not described here.
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