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Brussieu walks
Les Grands Vignes, La Giraudière and the Pampailly Mine
Visorando Member
4.37 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Brussieu (Rhône)
This walk, suitable for keen walkers, is also accessible to children. It follows part of theGR®7before reaching the Pampailly silver mines. You’ll discover the Cour des Aîtres, the River Brévenne and the old, now disused railway line; then, after a stretch through the forest, you’ll cross the Le Cosne stream before reaching the site of the old Pampailly mines, which were in operation from the 15th century onwards.
The Mont Pancu tour
6.13 mi
+1,079 ft
-1,079 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Brussieu (Rhône)
The western circular route around Brussieu will take you to the summit of Mont Pancu (600 m). You will discover the slope overlooking the Cosne valley, a charming little river that you will cross twice, and in the second part of the walk, the slope overlooking the Brévenne valley. The route is mainly on paths with some sections in the forest. This is a walk for families with children who are not too young and are good walkers.
Queen of the Valleys in Courzieu
4.82 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,138 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
Starting from the hamlet of La Randonnière, this route will take you along the western slope of the commune of Courzieu, offering panoramic views stretching from the Brévenne valley to the Forez mountains. It’s also an opportunity to discover the Pomeyrieu Chapel along the way.
Circular starting from La Giraudière
9.27 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,949 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
This hike will allow you to discover some beautiful landscapes between the Monts du Lyonnais and the Monts de Tarare on either side of the Brévenne valley. Much of this hike takes place on the ridges, offering some very interesting views. Numerous signposts along the route will help you find your way.
A short circular loop around Mont Pothu starting from Brullioles
5.11 mi
+902 ft
-879 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Brullioles (Rhône)
A lovely walk with beautiful views of Chamousset Castle, the Monts du Lyonnais, the Ain valley and the Alps in fine weather. The route offers a pleasant mix of mule tracks and forest paths.
Courzieu la Brevenne
10.27 mi
+1,890 ft
-1,873 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
Superb views along this route: Brevenne, Pilat, Lyon.
Monts du Lyonnais. Circular from Courzieu to Yzeron via Crêt de la Madonne
10.71 mi
+2,280 ft
-2,280 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
Meadows, orchards and woods follow one another on the hillsides where, from late spring to early summer, raspberries, strawberries, cherry blossoms and other red fruits flourish. The contrasting plots of land create a very varied and pleasant landscape, including wooded areas of oak, chestnut and hornbeam coppices. Exceptional panoramic views of the Tarare mountains (particularly from the "Lafont" orientation table), Lyon and the Ain plain. Virtually no tarmac. Pure bliss!
Mara des Bois in Courzieu
6.91 mi
+1,906 ft
-1,903 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
This route will take you through the village of Courzieu, first to the western side of the village, before heading towards the Col de la Croix de Pars. You will then descend back to the village, enjoying a bird's eye view.
White Strawberry Route in Courzieu
5.94 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,496 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
The Fraise Blanche route is a good introduction to the topography of Courzieu. You will reach the Col de la Croix de Pars from the hamlet of Sottizon and, after a pleasant stretch along the ridges, you will descend back to the village via the hamlet of Lafont.
Strawberries and cherries in Courzieu
4.59 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,050 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
A beautiful circular walk starting from the village of Courzieu, ideal for an afternoon in the countryside!
You will walk through the village's crops, cherry orchards and strawberry fields.
Beautiful views of the Brévenne valley and the Beaujolais mountains in the distance.
Route des cerisiers à Bessenay
8.86 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,572 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bessenay (Rhône)
Circular route around Bessenay alternating between orchards, streams and hillsides. In spring, the white blossoms of the cherry trees brighten the rolling meadows. The streams you cross add to the charm of this typical route through the Monts du Lyonnais.
Croix des Brosses circular from Montromant
8.78 mi
+1,824 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montromant (Rhône)
Starting from Montromant (Mont Romain), a beautiful hilly route through woods and forest will take you to the remains of the underground section of the Roman Brévenne aqueduct. Beautiful views of the Monts du Forez, the Monts de Tarare and, from the Croix des Brosses, the Alps and the Pilat Massif.
In the Monts du Lyonnais, starting from Saint-Laurent-de-Chamousset
8.23 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,404 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Chamousset (Rhône)
A lovely, easy hike in the Monts du Lyonnais starting from Saint-Laurent-de-Chamousset. A family day out or a slightly more challenging half-day hike.
As this walk does not appear in any guidebook, the markings on the ground may coincidentally correspond to a section of the route... but that is all. The description and route have been finalised taking into account the comments and observations of hikers.
From Lac du Ronzey to Crêt du Py Froid, via the Garon Dam
10.04 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,749 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Starting from the pleasant shores of Lac de Ronzey, this hike takes you to its highest point, Crêt du Py Froid, passing by a dolmen and the Châteauvieux chapel. Finally, your steps will lead you to the dam on the Garon. Magnificent panoramic views of the Mont du Lyonnais and the city of Lyon will accompany you throughout your journey.
In the Monts du Lyonnais, starting from Yzeron
9.84 mi
+1,601 ft
-1,608 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Walk in the Monts du Lyonnais with superb views of the Brévenne and Rhône valleys and the Alps in the distance.
La Madone - Croix de Pars
6.60 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Half-day hike with very varied landscapes. Variations are possible to shorten the route.