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A loop hike from col du Chatoux in the Haut Beaujolais region
Visorando Member
9.05 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,129 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Paule (Rhône)
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
8.38 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,808 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
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
12.67 mi
+2,726 ft
-2,720 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Quincié-en-Beaujolais (Rhône)
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
6.52 mi
+883 ft
-879 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
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
7.73 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
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
7.92 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,017 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
A very nice circuit around the Monts du Lyonnais to explore the climbing area at Py Froid.
The Dolmen path
3.04 mi
+784 ft
-778 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux (Rhône)
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
5.78 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,398 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)
A Short yet tough hike through the Monts d'Or. Very nice in good weather and on dry ground.
The Bois Bouchat forest at the start of the Saint-Vincent Chapel
6.12 mi
+656 ft
-666 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Agny (Rhône)
A scenic route through the forest with no difficulty, 95% of which is on paths.
Between the Châtoux and the Joncin mountain passes
5.17 mi
+709 ft
-715 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ville-sur-Jarnioux (Rhône)
A scenic walk between the mountain passes of Col du Châtoux and Col du Joncin.
Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or - Mont Thou loop
4.51 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,398 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)
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
8.15 mi
+938 ft
-932 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Soucieu-en-Jarrest (Rhône)
A pleasant half-day walk along paths and through woods with beautiful views of the region.
Les Balcons de Sain-Bel: Savigny and Tour du Crét d'Arjoux
10.12 mi
+1,719 ft
-1,706 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Savigny (Rhône) (Rhône)
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.
Dommartin Dardilly
4.00 mi
+358 ft
-371 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Dardilly (Rhône)
Warm up in the Bois des Plasses in the municipalities of Dommartin and Dardilly.
Tupin, Condrieu, Semons: between the Rhône and the vineyards
6.95 mi
+548 ft
-528 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Tupin-et-Semons (Rhône)
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
4.44 mi
+587 ft
-591 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Savigny (Rhône) (Rhône)
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).
Stream crossings near Loire-sur-Rhône
6.95 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,306 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Loire-sur-Rhône (Rhône)
Shaded walk along the banks of streams in a Rhône ravine. A surprisingly peaceful natural area given its proximity to urban centres.
The vineyards of Ampuis
4.36 mi
+837 ft
-814 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ampuis (Rhône)
A short hike to discover the vineyards of Ampuis, with superb views of the terraced vineyards and the Rhône valley.
Flassieux loop
4.43 mi
+407 ft
-394 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chaponnay (Rhône)
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.
Castles, vineyards and golden stones
5.94 mi
+663 ft
-666 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Chessy (Rhône)
A lovely circular route with little elevation gain that takes you through vineyards and forests.You’ll discover the village of Glay, built of golden stone, and pass by Courbeville Castle.You’ll also discover the village of Chessy with its castle and its 12th/15th-century church.
Rontalon - Saint-Andre-la-Côte - la Croix Forest circuit
10.63 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,847 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Rontalon (Rhône)
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.
Salles - Arbuissonnas
6.32 mi
+699 ft
-709 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Salles-Arbuissonnas-en-Beaujolais (Rhône)
This is a pleasant, easy walk through the vineyards, the Caudalies Rouges.
Brou Forest in Ternand
7.05 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,335 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ternand (Rhône)
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.
Circular hike in the Chamelet woods
8.12 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,699 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chamelet (Rhône)
A lovely, easy walk through the woods above Chamelet.
Valency via the Col de La Croix du Ban
3.00 mi
+581 ft
-584 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Pollionnay (Rhône)
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.
Three mountains and a cross at the start of Curis-au-Mont-d'Or
8.33 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,798 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Curis-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)
This loop, starting from Curis-au-Mont-d'Or, will take you to Mont Thou with its magnificent view of the region, then to Mont Verdun and Mont Py, and finally to Croix Rampeau before descending back to Curis.
During this hike, you will see two old wash houses and, depending on the season, orchids, martagon lilies, wild asparagus and many other flowers
Loop around the villages starting from Bois d'Oingt
7.63 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,325 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Le Bois-d'Oingt (Rhône)
Starting from the village of Bois-d'Oingt, this loop allows you to visit the villages of Oingt, Theizé and Moiré, passing through
Woods and vineyards in a beautiful landscape.
The Monts du Lyonnais from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux
6.38 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux (Rhône)
A very pleasant walk in the woods, rewarded with a panoramic view of the Rhône Valley and the Ain Plain.
The roof of the Rhône: Mont Saint-Rigaud
9.50 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,742 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Monsols (Rhône)
A hike on the highest summit of the Rhône Department.
Ratier walk in Pipora
4.71 mi
+417 ft
-397 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
The charm of the Coteaux du Lyonnais from the Ratier stream to the highest point of Sainte-Consorce: Pipora. A moderate elevation gain allows you to enjoy streams, hillsides, meadows and some beautiful views of Lyon, the Alps and Mont Blanc.
Circuit proposed by the municipality of Sainte-Consorce.
Around Le Colombier
9.95 mi
+1,391 ft
-1,411 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Loire-sur-Rhône (Rhône)
Walk in the forest with three charming streams and beautiful views of the valley. A complete change of scenery for the day.
Walk in the forest at the Col de la Luère
3.46 mi
+732 ft
-728 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Pollionnay (Rhône)
A short loop for an afternoon stroll from the Col de la Luère.
A very pleasant route, entirely in the forest, on easy paths and trails.
Mont Verdun and Château de la Barollière
4.60 mi
+761 ft
-768 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Limonest (Rhône)
Gentle climb up the Limonest corniche, which offers beautiful views of Fourvière.
Chemin de Narcel in the woods, towards Mont Verdun. Then another beautiful view on the descent towards Limonest. Pass near the Château de la Barollière.
Loop between Ville-sur-Jarnioux and Jarnioux
5.21 mi
+643 ft
-636 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Ville-sur-Jarnioux (Rhône)
From Ville-sur-Jarnioux, take the Voie du Tacot to Jarnioux and return via small paths. This is an easy walk with beautiful views of both villages.
The Rochefort to Rontalon loop
8.87 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,778 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-en-Haut (Rhône)
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.
Around the Bois d'Arnaud
3.59 mi
+453 ft
-476 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chaponost (Rhône)
A varied hike (wide path, trail, partly in the woods, partly in the middle of fields), fairly short but with some elevation gain.
From orchards to forests in Thurins
5.25 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,033 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
This circular route above Thurins, the raspberry capital, with its many market gardeners, will take you from orchards to shady forests.
This route combines well-shaded forest paths, orchards and local farms. There are a few steep climbs and descents, but none are particularly difficult.
Grézieu-la-Varenne loop at the Col de la Luère
5.99 mi
+1,247 ft
-1,270 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Grézieu-la-Varenne (Rhône)
A lovely ten-kilometre loop starting from Grézieu-la-Varenne. Mainly in the forest, it takes you up the legendary Col de la Luère.
Lac des Sapins in Cublize
10.21 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,424 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
Hike near a beautiful lake that is very popular in summer (with a beach, water sports, horse riding centre, tree climbing, etc.) and in the Mollières woods.
From the vineyards of Beaujolais to the woods of Alix, around Bagnols
6.95 mi
+666 ft
-666 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Bagnols (Rhône) (Rhône)
This circuit is a microcosm of everything that makes the Pierres Dorées region of the Beaujolais so rich and charming: some of the most beautiful villages (Bagnols, Moiré), churches and chapels, crosses and castles, wash houses and splendid panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, vineyards and forests.
Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux - Haute Bruyère
5.32 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,099 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux (Rhône)
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.
Drystone shelters in Poleymieux
6.06 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,286 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Poleymieux-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)
This loop starting from Poleymieux will take you to discover the drystone shelters, traditional huts built from dry stones in the Monts d'Or.
The route passes through the forests on the northern slopes of the Monts d'Or and beautiful meadows.
You will follow part of the geological discovery trail with its excellent information panels.
The paths are easy for the most part, but the forest trails can be steep and tricky in wet weather.
Old wall circuit
5.79 mi
+804 ft
-787 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Dargoire (Rhône)
A beautiful, easy walk on either side of the Bozançon River, where this section of the valley is a succession of ancient terraces structured by low stone walls. A taste of Provence... Old description, see reviews if you are not using the app.
Discovering Mont Brouilly
5.92 mi
+843 ft
-853 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Odenas (Rhône)
Discover the vineyards of Brouilly and Côte De Brouilly and enjoy a splendid view of the Ain plain and, on a clear day, catch a glimpse of Mont Blanc. You will also pass close to some of the châteaux that are the pride of our region.
Route between Bagnols and Alix
5.25 mi
+318 ft
-312 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bagnols (Rhône) (Rhône)
A lovely, easy route with a section in the woods, stream crossings and a passage near the Villefranche-Tarare aerodrome, which can be quite busy at weekends and therefore generate some noise. A pleasant view of the Beaujolais mountains and the golden stone villages.
Chessy loop at the Glay quarries
6.02 mi
+814 ft
-807 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Chessy (Rhône)
This walk will take you from Chessy station to the old quarries of Glay. The route passes through the picturesque hamlet of Glay with its golden stone houses
Drystone shelters and trails in Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or
4.29 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,043 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)
An easy hike to discover the drystone shelters of Mont-d'Or. The cabornes are huts built of dry stone, which were used as shelters and for storing tools by farmers. They were also sometimes used as dwellings.
Medieval walk in the Beaujolais region
4.87 mi
+633 ft
-646 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Oingt (Rhône)
This loop takes you on a journey of discovery through an original and unique area, shaped by yellow ochre limestone, before you stroll through the medieval village of Oingt, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", with its golden stone houses welcoming artists and craftsmen. The village enjoys an exceptional view over the Azergues valley.
The Green Beaujolais
11.56 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,985 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Jullié (Rhône)
This hike allows you to discover the upper Beaujolais region. The route is varied, passing through vineyards around the village and woods. It leads to the Rontécolon orientation table, the highest point of the route, and passes through the Col de la Sibérie, where there is a memorial to the martyrs of the Resistance.
More walks in Rhône
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- Alix
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- Aveize
- Avenas
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- Beaujeu (Rhône)
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- Blacé
- Bron
- Brullioles
- Brussieu
- Bully (Rhône)
- Caluire-et-Cuire
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- Chaponnay
- Chaponost
- Charbonnières-les-Bains
- Charnay (Rhône)
- Chassagny
- Chasselay (Rhône)
- Châtillon (Rhône)
- Chaussan
- Chessy
- Chiroubles
- Civrieux-d'Azergues
- Claveisolles
- Cogny (Rhône)
- Communay
- Cours-la-Ville
- Courzieu
- Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or
- Craponne
- Cublize
- Curis-au-Mont-d'Or
- Dardilly
- Décines-Charpieu
- Dième
- Dommartin (Rhône)
- Duerne
- Écully
- Fleurieu-sur-Saône
- Fontaines-Saint-Martin
- Fontaines-sur-Saône
- Francheville (Rhône)
- Givors
- Grandris
- Grézieu-la-Varenne
- Grézieu-le-Marché
- Grigny (Rhône)
- Haute-Rivoire
- Irigny
- Joux
- Juliénas
- Jullié
- L'Arbresle
- La Mulatière
- Lamure-sur-Azergues
- Larajasse
- Le Bois-d'Oingt
- Le Perréon
- Lentilly
- Les Ardillats
- Les Haies
- Les Sauvages
- Létra
- Limonest
- Loire-sur-Rhône
- Longes
- Lozanne
- Lyon
- Marcy-l'Étoile
- Marennes (Rhône)
- Meaux-la-Montagne
- Messimy
- Millery (Rhône)
- Mions
- Monsols
- Montagny (Rhône)
- Montanay
- Montmelas-Saint-Sorlin
- Montromant
- Mornant
- Neuville-sur-Saône
- Odenas
- Oingt
- Poleymieux-au-Mont-d'Or
- Pollionnay
- Pommiers (Rhône)
- Poule-les-Écharmeaux
- Quincié-en-Beaujolais
- Ranchal
- Rillieux-la-Pape
- Rontalon
- Saint-Andéol-le-Château
- Saint-André-la-Côte
- Saint-Bonnet-le-Troncy
- Saint-Clément-les-Places
- Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or
- Saint-Cyr-le-Chatoux
- Saint-Didier-au-Mont-d'Or
- Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne
- Saint-Forgeux
- Saint-Genis-Laval
- Saint-Genis-les-Ollières
- Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or
- Saint-Germain-sur-l'Arbresle
- Saint-Julien-sur-Bibost
- Saint-Just-d'Avray
- Saint-Laurent-d'Agny
- Saint-Laurent-de-Chamousset
- Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux
- Saint-Loup (Rhône)
- Saint-Marcel-l'Éclairé
- Saint-Martin-en-Haut
- Saint-Maurice-sur-Dargoire
- Saint-Pierre-de-Chandieu
- Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or
- Saint-Romain-de-Popey
- Saint-Romain-en-Gier
- Saint-Sorlin
- Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon
- Saint-Symphorien-sur-Coise
- Saint-Vincent-de-Reins
- Sainte-Catherine (Rhône)
- Sainte-Consorce
- Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon
- Sainte-Paule
- Salles-Arbuissonnas-en-Beaujolais
- Sarcey (Rhône)
- Sathonay-Village
- Savigny (Rhône)
- Solaize
- Soucieu-en-Jarrest
- Sourcieux-les-Mines
- Taluyers
- Ternand
- Ternay (Rhône)
- Theizé
- Thurins
- Trèves (Rhône)
- Tupin-et-Semons
- Vaugneray
- Vaulx-en-Velin
- Vauxrenard
- Vernaison
- Ville-sur-Jarnioux
- Villechenève
- Villeurbanne
- Vourles
- Yzeron