Circular walk between Saint-Marcel and Monthieux

Park in the square by the church at Saint-Marcel.

(S/E) Cross the D1083 at the traffic lights, then take the Route de Monthieux opposite, which forms part of the^GRP® from Beaujolais to Bugey via the Dombes, signposted in yellow and red. You’ll reach the railway line at Saint-Marcel station.

(1) Cross the railway tracks at the level crossing, continue on and pass through the hamlet of Brochassin. You will then reach the Live equestrian centre.

(2) Keep the^GRP® ahead of you until you reach a four-way junction.

(3) Leave the^GRP® here and take the path on the right. Please note that in wet weather, this section can be rather muddy. You’ll rejoin Rue du Marécage after crossing the small stream known as the Brévonne. You’ll reach the four-way junction in the hamlet of Les Brévonnes.

(4) Turn right onto Rue des Brévonnes and you’ll soon reach Étang Magneux.

(5) Walk alongside it, cross Le Plantet and continue along the road, ignoring any turnings to the right or left, until you reach the railway line again.

(6) Cross the railway at the level crossing, turn right onto the street and pass La Genetière. Continue along Rue des Noisetiers. After the houses in Gravelotte, turn right onto Rue des Dombes and continue along Rue Royale. Very soon, take a path on the right, join Rue des Tilleuls and follow it straight on. Then turn left onto Allée des Charmilles to return to the church car park (S/E).

95 per cent tarmac.
There are a few parking spaces near Saint-Marcel Church and in the surrounding area.
Take care when crossing the main road and the two level crossings, but everything is well secured.
Please respect the birds’ peace and quiet and take your rubbish home with you.

(S/E) Saint-Marcel
Beautiful views over the Étang Magneux and numerous spots from which you can make out the Alps in the distance on a clear day
The Dombes lakes