Around Saint-Christo-en-Jarez on the Sabot Bleu circuit

The route passes through different areas in the countryside around Saint-Christo-en-Jarez (wetlands, forest and meadows). Along the way, themed information boards provide details about the local wildlife. On a clear day, two-thirds of the way along the route, you will be treated to a magnificent view of the Alps.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 5.09 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 45 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 99 m
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    Descent: - 92 m

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    Highest point: 842 m
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    Lowest point: 757 m

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Description of the walk

This circuit is marked with blue clogs.
Park at Place de la Liberté in Saint-Christo-en-Jarez.

(S/E) Head towards the bottom of the village by going down the alleyway that runs along the left side of the square, then continue along Rue du Rocher and Rue de la Granollière (on your left).

(1) At the second crossroads, turn left onto Chemin des Planchettes. Cross the D6.

(2) At the next Y-junction, continue along the path slightly to the left. Pass by the Fontaine du Loup fountain and continue to a fork in the forest.

(3) Turn left and you will come to a small road leading to the hamlet of La Renaudière.

(4) Turn right onto it. At the next crossroads, turn left to join the road (which passes in front of the orientation table) and follow it on the left towards the Flaches du Plain crossroads.

(5) Cross the D23 and continue straight ahead until you reach the four-way crossroads. Turn left and continue to the Croix des Mitanes crossroads.

(6) Go down Chemin de la Chapelle, which takes you back to the starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 815 m - Place de la Liberté
  2. 1 : km 0.26 - alt. 783 m - Chemin des Planchettes. Close to the source of the - Onzon (rivière)
  3. 2 : km 1.09 - alt. 771 m - Path on the left
  4. 3 : km 2.39 - alt. 762 m - Path on the left
  5. 4 : km 2.9 - alt. 814 m - Communal road on the right
  6. 5 : km 3.87 - alt. 832 m - Intersection with the D23
  7. 6 : km 4.65 - alt. 835 m - Road on the left
  8. S/E : km 5.09 - alt. 815 m - Place de la Liberté

Notes

Circuit alternating between tarmac roads and paths with few stones (trainers are recommended as a minimum).
Very easy, even with children.

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 19 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.9 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
User 28761209

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 23, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely, fairly easy walk, even for those who aren't very fit.
Beautiful views.

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Bettina Sabatier
Bettina Sabatier

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 18, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A hike that is very well marked with blue signs, so I didn't need to check the map too often. And the scenery is breathtakingly beautiful

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Analalava
Analalava

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 12, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful, peaceful and varied hike, and best of all, you don't have to worry about finding your way.
Perfect for families, as children can find their own way!
A good warm-up or a relaxing hike, depending on your fitness level.

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Gay Paul
Gay Paul

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 30, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful, shaded route without too much difficulty. It's a shame that the Alps were shrouded in mist. We could see Mont Blanc from the highest point.

Very well signposted

Lots of information about nature, trees and landscapes along the route.

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grdse
grdse

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 03, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

hello, I would like to know why the altitude marked on the information sheet does not correspond to the IGN map. There is a 50-metre difference, which is quite significant. I have various altimeters that confirm what I am saying

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Traviata
Traviata

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 07, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Sunday stroll: nothing difficult. Done in fine weather on Sunday, 13 February.

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ninegeo
ninegeo

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 06, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Two minor drawbacks: it's always difficult to start a hike when you can't find the right car park. But by asking around, it wasn't a big problem. Then towards the end, we probably needed to take a short detour. We weren't paying attention and missed the orientation table.
Apart from these two minor details, we had a lovely walk. The blue clogs are a great way to mark the route. The distance and duration are just right. The undergrowth is pleasantly cool.

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Phildelafouillouse
Phildelafouillouse

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 03, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A pleasant circuit around St Christo en Jarez with beautiful views of the Pilat massif and the Alps in the distance. An easy, short route suitable for families. The route is enhanced by explanations about various features you come across (trees, places, etc.). Well done to the local council for creating this route

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marcheursdu vendredi
marcheursdu vendredi

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 03, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

a pleasant walk, with attractive information boards for children.

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andre-nicaud@orange.fr
andre-nicaud@orange.fr

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 09, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A gentle, easy walk. Trail marked with information boards describing the local flora and fauna
Recommended for walkers

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tofebrige
tofebrige

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 16, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A very beautiful route with superb views. Diverse, with tarmac roads and paths through the woods. Excellent.
Many thanks to you

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Caroline42000
Caroline42000

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 06, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A very enjoyable walk with magnificent views of the Alps on a clear day!
A short but enjoyable walk.

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mistelou
mistelou

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 09, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Very well marked. Very child-friendly (12/8/4), beautiful scenery.

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lanakikitine
lanakikitine

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 27, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

a lovely little walk, beautiful views, a very pleasant time with our three little dogs.

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ticra
ticra
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A lovely little walk that makes you want to try the other longer loops. Interesting information boards about the flora and fauna. Perfect for a relaxing short walk!

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