Boucle Bleue in Chiroubles

11 km loop in the commune of Chiroubles. Alternating paths through the vineyards, meadows and woods. Magnificent views. Blue markings.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 10.54 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 05 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 384 m
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    Descent: - 379 m

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    Highest point: 541 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 312 m

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Description of the walk

Park on the esplanade in front of Chiroubles Town Hall

(S/E) When leaving the car park, turn right and follow the blue signs. After passing the church, at the top of the street, turn left at the crossroads.

(1) At the junction with Rue de la Forge, turn right onto a winding vineyard path before joining the Villié Morgon road. Turn right and follow this road to the junction at Tempéré.

(2) Turn right, ignore a path on the left and go straight on, passing behind the old Victor Puillat house. Follow the path heading north-west and, after crossing a small stream over a bridge, take the road on the left. Continue straight on, passing the buildings of Chatenay on your left.

(3) Before the bend, leave the main road and turn left onto a small path that will take you to a few steps. Then climb up through the vineyards to the hamlet of Javernand.

(4) Cross the main road and follow the small local road opposite. Keep to the right at the houses and, before the hamlet of Saint-Roch, turn left to reach the Saint-Roch Chapel.

(5) Continue straight ahead, turn right onto the main road, then right again after a few dozen metres to follow a small path to the Col de Durbize.

(6) Take the local road on the right to the hamlet of Bois Neuf. In the bend, keep to the right towards the water tower.

(7) Then turn left onto a vineyard path. Turn right to go around the Pontheux houses, then go straight up the small road. Once at the top, cross the main road and follow the small road opposite to Verbomet.

(8) In the bend in the woods, turn left onto the path and follow it to the top of the hamlet of Les Genêts. After a few metres downhill on a concrete path, take the path on the left and follow it uphill to the hamlet of Seigneronces and its small orientation table.

(9) Turn right and after a short descent, take the path on the right, then continue straight down this path through the vineyards.

(10) At the bottom of the descent, follow the tarmac path. At the next intersection, go up to your left and then turn immediately right. Cross the small hamlet and follow the road down to your left. Just before the houses, take the path that goes up to the right at 180°. At thefirst intersection, continue up to the left. When you reach the grove, follow the bends to the right and then to the left. After a short straight stretch, turn right before the abandoned cadole and then left to finish the climb through the vineyards and rejoin the road.

(11) Turn left onto the road. Pass in front of the cemetery and take the path on the left at the start of the descent. Follow the wall of Clos Verdy, then turn right and descend straight ahead through the vineyards to the road. Turn right when you reach the road and continue to the Town Hall esplanade and the finish point. (S/E)

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 393 m - Town hall esplanade
  2. 1 : km 0.27 - alt. 404 m - The forge
  3. 2 : km 1.06 - alt. 312 m - Temperate
  4. 3 : km 2.28 - alt. 376 m - Chatenay
  5. 4 : km 2.67 - alt. 433 m - Javernand
  6. 5 : km 3.22 - alt. 506 m - Saint-Roch Chapel
  7. 6 : km 4.19 - alt. 541 m - Col de Durbize (543m)
  8. 7 : km 5.05 - alt. 455 m - Water tower
  9. 8 : km 6.19 - alt. 438 m - Verbomet
  10. 9 : km 7.55 - alt. 516 m - Seigneronces, orientation table
  11. 10 : km 8.44 - alt. 388 m - La Fontenelle
  12. 11 : km 9.63 - alt. 448 m - Replonges
  13. S/E : km 10.54 - alt. 393 m - Town hall esplanade

Worth a visit

Numerous viewpoints over the Saône valley and, on a clear day, as far as Mont Blanc.
Points of interest:
- Victor Puillat's house in Tempéré.
- Saint-Roch Chapel.
- Picnic table in the hamlet of Bois Neuf with a beautiful viewpoint.
- Small orientation table in Seigneronces.
- Saint-Germain Church and statue of Victor Puillat in the village centre.

Don't forget to sample some Chiroubles wine, in moderation, at one of the village's wine producers before you leave.

Reviews and comments

4.4 / 5
Based on 22 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.4 / 5
Route interest
4.3 / 5
Randonneur de l’ain
Randonneur de l’ain
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 19, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike that is a little more challenging than the one to Salles Arbuissonnas, with a greater elevation gain for the same distance.
It's just right for a winter afternoon, allowing you to return before nightfall.
Magnificent views, with glimpses of Mont Blanc. Some might say there is too much tarmac, but it's not unpleasant when the paths are a bit muddy.
I recommend it for those who don't mind a bit of effort before admiring the landscape.

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marchesante
marchesante

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 06, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely route with magnificent views of the vineyards and the Saône valley, and even the Ain plain.
There are some hills to climb, but they are not difficult.
What's more, in October, there are still grapes on the vines...

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Regis6971
Regis6971

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 28, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Circuit in the hills of the upper Beaujolais region, so yes, it goes up and down..
Magnificent views throughout the route. The signposting is excellent and up to date. The loop can be completed in less than 3 hours without pushing yourself too hard.

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lunapaz
lunapaz

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 08, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Done with my dog, on and off the leash.
A really beautiful walk, suitable for all seasons.
Bring a walking stick.

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Kers
Kers

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 16, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb panoramic views throughout the walk. Pleasant elevation typical of the Beaujolais region: numerous short but sometimes challenging ascents and descents.

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MarMu
MarMu

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 25, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A superb hike in the sunshine on Christmas Day. We stopped for a bite to eat near the chapel with a view of Mont Blanc and continued our walk, extending the distance by following the red arrow. Thank you!

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Cortesia
Cortesia

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

This walk is worth the effort to enjoy the scenery, but there are places to stop along the way. The GPX track and the marked route (blue arrows) are reliable. However, if it is hot, remember to bring sun cream.
Enjoy your outing.

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Karine69
Karine69

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 07, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very nice route, well signposted, takes 3 hours.

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toposrandos
toposrandos

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 23, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Pleasant walk

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sylvie gonzalez
sylvie gonzalez

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 13, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

easy hike on roads and paths. A bit difficult to find the starting point, but no problem following the blue signs.

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roro01
roro01

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 05, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

An interesting hike. Alternating between vineyards and woodland. Sufficiently shaded for a morning that is still scorching hot.
The elevation gain of 476 metres, which is higher than advertised, makes it quite demanding for a distance of only 11 kilometres. Duration: 3 hours.

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bosse
bosse

Overall rating : 5 / 5

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

a lovely season for a stroll, with absolute tranquillity and the occasional vine shoot fire lit by those working in the vineyards. Worth repeating in spring and autumn too!

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Marie Noelle
Marie Noelle

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 05, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Very busy route : Yes

We did this trail as a family with our dog. Although it was very well marked and had some beautiful views, we didn't like it because there were too many tarmac paths for our liking. Above all, it's not advisable to do it on a very hot day (which was the case for us), as there are too few shaded sections and too much tarmac, so we didn't enjoy it.

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Nautil
Nautil

Overall rating : 4.5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 29, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

We did the walk in cold, grey weather, so we didn't meet anyone else. It took us about 3 hours and 20 minutes to complete the route. Follow the blue arrows, it's very well signposted. The route alternates between paths, woodland, vineyards and tarmac roads. We'll do it again on a sunny day to enjoy the view, which must be lovely!

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FLOCHON
FLOCHON

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 21, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

We changed the original route to avoid travelling on tarmac. The view is splendid and the scenery breathtaking. Detour of about 2 km through the forest (Col de Durbize) north-west of Chiroubles.
I highly recommend this route.
J-P F

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