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The Terres Rouges and Les Revolets
Visorando Member
5.17 mi
+331 ft
-358 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Châlons (Isère)
A short, easy and enjoyable stroll. You will walk alongside ponds, cross through woods on wide, pleasant paths (which can sometimes be a bit muddy...). The peaks of Pilat are visible in the distance. Thanks to Marc for this walk!
Route around the Arbre Triomphal
Tourism professional
3.93 mi
+213 ft
-243 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Les Côtes-d'Arey (Isère)
A lovely walk through the hills of the Côtes d'Arey, in search of the Arbre Triomphal. Very pleasant in summer as much of the route is through woodland. An easy walk with no significant elevation gain. We completed the walk in about 1½ hours, stopping to take photos.
The Resistance Trail on the heights of the Côtes d’Arey
4.33 mi
+801 ft
-810 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Les Côtes-d'Arey (Isère)
A lovely circular route, easy and with little elevation gain, very pleasant in summer. We walk along the heights of the Côtes d’Arey and pass close to a memorial, a tribute to the Resistance fighters who used to walk these paths at the risk of their lives.
Walk along the ridges of Montsevroux
4.14 mi
+410 ft
-377 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Montseveroux (Isère)
A short, unpretentious walk, ideal for a sunny winter’s afternoon. Small tarmac roads and grassy paths which may be very wet or even muddy. A sweeping 360° panorama with views of the Pilat massif.
Montgay on the heights of Vernioz
4.06 mi
+528 ft
-538 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Les Côtes-d'Arey (Isère)
A short, unpretentious and easy walk to explore the countryside and woodlands along stony paths. Lovely views of the Alps and the Pilat Massif.
Route from La Fon de l'Écouelle to Saint-Alban-de-Varèze
5.31 mi
+574 ft
-577 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Vernioz (Isère)
A walk that takes place mostly on small paved roads. It alternates between different landscapes: woods and fields. There are no difficulties to be feared except for a steep hill at the beginning of the walk.
Blaches Forest, Combe de Vau and the old hamlet of Pinet
6.20 mi
+308 ft
-312 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Eyzin-Pinet (Isère)
This is a varied hike that crosses the Blaches Forest via a wide track before descending to the Combe de Vau nature reserve with its beautiful rolling hills.
The return journey takes you through the old hamlet of Pinet, where you can discover some historical curiosities.
This hike is also suitable for mountain bikes.
The Grand Baillis and the Blaches State Forest
8.02 mi
+814 ft
-823 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cour-et-Buis (Isère)
You start by taking paths and small roads that wind through the peaceful Dauphiné countryside, then return through the beautiful Blaches Forest. There are no difficulties to report along this walk.
Some points of interest around Eyzin-Pinet route No. 2
4.59 mi
+551 ft
-551 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Eyzin-Pinet (Isère)
Explore the old village of Pinet and its castles, then the Pinet tower, before descending through the forest and meadows, enjoying unobstructed views of the Pilat massif, the Monts du Lyonnais and Mont Verdun in the Monts d'Or.
Some places of interest around Eyzin-Pinet route No. 1
4.18 mi
+240 ft
-210 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Eyzin-Pinet (Isère)
On this fairly flat loop, you follow a stream and then a river where brown trout breed. You will discover some beautiful restored houses and mills, a spring, a lake...
An easy, short and enjoyable hike, best done in good weather in summer when La Gère is low, due to the need to ford the river.
Variation of route No. 2 around Eyzin-Pinet
4.50 mi
+571 ft
-568 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Eyzin-Pinet (Isère)
When the weather is too wet, this variation allows you to avoid the muddy clay section between the hamlet of Le Salin and the village of Pinet. It also offers a view of part of Montfort Castle.
Jardin du Bois Marquis
4.72 mi
+581 ft
-574 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Les Côtes-d'Arey (Isère)
A short walk through the hamlet of Saint-Mamert and the forest takes you to the charming Jardin du Bois Marquis. This magnificent garden, beautiful in all seasons, is open to the public free of charge seven days a week. Here you can admire collections of plants and trees, as well as a pond where all kinds of brightly coloured ducks frolic. It is classified as a "remarkable garden" and has won awards.
Les Terres Rouges from Jardin
8.62 mi
+715 ft
-692 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Jardin (Isère)
A very rural hike through woods and hills, with beautiful views of the Alps and Pilat Park.
:1: Please note: hike currently being modified.
The passage on the (private) path from (1) seems to be causing problems.
In the meantime: at the fork, 400 m before this waypoint (1), turn right (Chemin des Frères) then left onto the D167 and further on you will find the waypoint (2).
Historic monuments of Jardin
4.09 mi
+322 ft
-338 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Jardin (Isère)
Walk around Jardin, passing by the old Roman aqueduct, the old church, the Montléant Tower and the old school.
At the Jardin library, a small book entitled JARDIN AU CŒUR DU TEMPS (Jardin Through Time) allows you to discover and learn more about all the monuments: the aqueducts, the Montléans Tower, the two churches, the old school, and the old Bérardier wash house.
La Chapelle-de-Surieu Circular
4.37 mi
+515 ft
-495 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-de-Surieu (Isère)
This walk takes you through the countryside towards La Chapelle-de-Surieu. A few tarmac roads with little traffic. At the top, sweeping views of the Monts du Pilat on one side and the Vercors range on the other. Meadows and cultivated fields. Please note: there is a ford across the Sanne; avoid this during periods of high water.
From the village of La Chapelle-de-Surieu to the chapel at La Salette
11.34 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,056 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-de-Surieu (Isère)
Across the Isère hills between the Varèze and Sanne valleys to the Chapel of La Salette in Bellegarde-Poussieu.
The Lovers' Bridge - Grand tour around the Télégraphe
8.71 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,145 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Vienne (Isère) (Isère)
A beautiful hike alternating between woodland trails and majestic views of the Pilat Regional Nature Park and the Rhône Valley.
The Assieu loop via the Bois de la Limone
6.68 mi
+407 ft
-417 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Assieu (Isère)
A hike suitable for all seasons. A beautiful route, the northern section of which shares the path with theGR®65andGR®422.
Between (1) and (2), there are beautiful views not to be missed.
TO ALL HIKERS (SES) WHO FOLLOW MY ROUTES: you can post photos indicating their location on the route.
Small routes over the ridges of Estrablin
6.04 mi
+423 ft
-443 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Estrablin (Isère)
An easy walk in the village of Estrablin which, over the course of two hours, offers large open views over the surrounding hills and mountains. We mainly take small peaceful tarmacked country lanes, which means you can enjoy a walking excursion even after heavy rainfall and when the paths are almost impassable.
Estrablin, Chaumont, Moidieu: the plain and the hillsides
10.15 mi
+568 ft
-551 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Estrablin (Isère)
Alternating plains and hillsides, with very clear views, the Alps on one side and the Pilat massif on the other. Best enjoyed on a clear day.
The village of Reventin-Vaugris and the Gerbole valley
6.26 mi
+1,086 ft
-1,115 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Reventin-Vaugris (Isère)
Starting from the village of Reventin-Vaugris, through the countryside and woods, the paths on this hike will take you through the valley where a small stream, the Gerbole, flows. From small bridge to small bridge, you will walk through wild areas above this stream.
Around the Gerbole stream
5.25 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,115 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Reventin-Vaugris (Isère)
A fairly short hike that follows many shaded and fairly steep paths. A walk that allows you to appreciate the contrast between the cool, enclosed areas leading to the Gerbole stream and the wide, open views of the Pilat massif and the vineyards of the northern Côtes du Rhône.A change of scenery, a little physically demanding, just a few kilometres from Vienne...
Short circular in the countryside starting from Reventin
8.35 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,106 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Reventin-Vaugris (Isère)
Starting from the small village of Reventin, you will make a circular route through the countryside and the hills overlooking the Rhône valley in places.
The valleys of the Sanne
9.21 mi
+994 ft
-988 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Romain-de-Surieu (Isère)
A lovely, varied walk through the valleys surrounding the Sanne, on the edge of the Rhône valley. It offers beautiful views and passes by two pretty chapels.
Please note! This walk is not recommended on days with heavy rain, as there are three fords to cross.
Assieu-Chavanay
12.55 mi
+344 ft
-620 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Assieu (Isère)
Tenth stage of the Way of St James. This stage will take you to Chavanay on the banks of the Rhône. The final stage before the Massif Central, the route offers several alternatives between theGR® and the paths marked by the Jacquaires associations. Be sure to stay on theGR®65to avoid unnecessary detours. This may not be the most pleasant part of the route, but certain sections, such as Condrieu, are well worth a visit.
From Cheyssieu to Saint-Mamert le Haut
7.59 mi
+541 ft
-528 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Cheyssieu (Isère)
A walk in the heart of the Rhône Valley that presents no difficulty. It has very little elevation gain and offers constant beautiful views of the Pilat peaks.
Bois d'Arche and Grand Bois in Bellegarde-Poussieu
6.37 mi
+335 ft
-318 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bellegarde-Poussieu (Isère)
A very pleasant hike in the woods and on the plateau with an orientation table and a panoramic view stretching from the Pilat massif to the Savoy Alps, via the Vercors and the Rhône valley. Please note that as almost half of the route is on a path in the woods, it is best not to do it in rainy weather or even a few days after.
The Bois d'Arche in Sonnay
2.89 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sonnay (Isère)
A pleasant walk in the Bois d'Arche, north of Sonnay, with a stunning view of the Rhône Valley from the orientation table.
The heights of Vienne by small roads for wet days
5.86 mi
+856 ft
-840 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vienne (Isère) (Isère)
A hike that almost exclusively uses small roads without traffic, providing a route where the paths are not an option.
We start in Vienne and experience its panoramic views of Notre-Dame de Pipet and the Vienne hills with beautiful views of the Rhône Valley and the Pilat massif at the bottom.
The return journey takes you through the homes on the Vienne heights while maintaining good views of the Viennoise hills.
Estrablin - Pont-Évêque - Septème
7.95 mi
+906 ft
-909 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Estrablin (Isère)
This walk alternates between wide-open views of the surrounding valleys and distant mountain ranges (Monts du Lyonnais, Pilat, Alps) and pretty, fairly hilly sections in the forest.
This hike can be shortened at various points, see the box "During the hike or nearby".
The old paths of Moidieu
7.23 mi
+636 ft
-663 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Moidieu-Détourbe (Isère)
A rural walk through the Vernéa valley and woods. In the second part, you will walk along the crest of the hill and enjoy beautiful views of the Pilat mountains.
The three valleys: Valaise, Gère and Girand
9.61 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,211 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Meyssiès (Isère)
A hike with a relatively even elevation gain, which mainly takes place in the undergrowth and offers occasional views of the peaks.
Circular along the Gère river then through the heart of the Malissol neighbourhood.
4.00 mi
+361 ft
-354 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Vienne (Isère) (Isère)
This circular route connects the Gère valley to the Malissol neighbourhood. It follows a path along the banks of the Gère, part of which is in the Malissol forest, near the fitness trail, and some more rocky sections in the heart of the Malissol neighbourhood.
A family walk with a slight incline, best done with flat, closed-toe shoes (forest trails).
Discover the historic city of Vienne (Isère)
3.63 mi
+413 ft
-394 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Vienne (Isère) (Isère)
A short walk through the historic centre of Vienne. It will allow you to discover the city's main sites. The passage through the Pipet belvedere involves a good climb, but you will be rewarded with a splendid view of the city, the Rhône valley and, as a bonus, the foothills of the Monts du Lyonnais and Pilat.
From the Chapulay woods to Septème Castle
6.65 mi
+486 ft
-492 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Septème (Isère)
A fairly easy hike alternating between forest trails and wide open views. Best done in dry weather with clear skies to make the most of the views of the Alps and the beautiful hills and valleys at the start of the route.
This is an opportunity to discover the Château de Septème.
The Louze Plateau and the Bois des Bruyères
6.98 mi
+105 ft
-108 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ville-sous-Anjou (Isère)
A pleasant walk, flat, with a few views of the Pilat and the surrounding hills. Suitable for all seasons, particularly in spring when the orchards are in bloom and in summer when the fruit is ripe. Also features two sections through the forest.
TO ALL HIKERS (SES) WHO FOLLOW MY ROUTES: you can post photos indicating their location on the route.
The Vernéa valley starting from Savas
6.21 mi
+787 ft
-787 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Savas-Mépin (Isère)
A short walk that alternates between open sections and woodland. No particular difficulty apart from a descent on clay which can be slippery, or even very slippery.
On the heights of Savas
5.66 mi
+886 ft
-879 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Savas-Mépin (Isère)
A short walk to stretch your legs. A slight climb to start with, many paths with little shade (ideal for spring or autumn) and often on small tarmac paths.
Trails of the Edict of Roussillon
3.14 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Roussillon (Isère)
The town of Roussillon has created a network of trails named “de l’édit” in memory of the edict issued in 1564 in Roussillon, which established1 January as the start of the year throughout France. These trails are perfect for family walks, with no difficulty, no elevation gain and very little tarmac. They pass through apple orchards and quite varied landscapes. The names of the trails are indicated on signs put up by the town of Roussillon.