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Champier walks
Tour of the Bois de Gourand in Champier
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6.13 mi
+653 ft
-643 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Champier (Isère)
This walk alternates between countryside and forest, with a very reasonable elevation gain. It also offers some beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.
The Two V Route in Champier
8.93 mi
+633 ft
-623 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Champier (Isère)
The only difficulty with this walk is its length. It will allow you to wander through the heart of the Dauphiné countryside. Here and there, it offers views of the surrounding peaks: Chartreuse, Vercors, Monts du Pilat, Monts du Lyonnais.
The two V's are the localities of Vernondière and Vernay.
The Étangs de Nantoin
6.65 mi
+669 ft
-656 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Nantoin (Isère)
An easy walk among the ponds in the heart of the Nantoin Forest. At the end of the walk, you will be rewarded with a splendid view of the Liers plain, the Chartreuse, the Alps and the Vercors.
The Étang des Béroudières
7.46 mi
+653 ft
-650 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Eydoche (Isère)
You start by crossing the Gourand woods and then the Béroudières woods. At the end of the walk, you will pass a beautiful string of ponds. Along the route, you will have some beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.
Commelle, the valley of the Ruisseau du Moulin
6.07 mi
+525 ft
-522 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Commelle (Isère)
A short, easy, shaded walk, ideal for a summer morning.
The bocage of Éclose and the Forêt du Roi
7.43 mi
+522 ft
-509 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Eclose (Isère)
An unpretentious walk through the Éclose bocage and the Forêt du Roi.
Circular ridge from the Chapelle Notre-Dame du Mont
4.11 mi
+338 ft
-322 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A lovely little circular on the heights of Gillonnay, starting from the Chapel of Notre-Dame du Mont, with a beautiful view of Parménie and, above all, the Vercors. The chapel is worth a visit. This route is superb in autumn! Be careful, in the height of summer, there is practically no shade.
Tour de Liers towards Longechenal
9.19 mi
+367 ft
-341 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Longechenal (Isère)
A walk that takes place mainly in open country with little change in altitude. It’s ideal in autumn, as it’s away from the forests frequented by hunters. You’ll walk along the hills and copses of the eastern part of the Liers plain. Here and there, you’ll catch glimpses of the surrounding hills and peaks.
Gillonnay - Pissieu
15.64 mi
+784 ft
-1,017 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
Eighth stage from east to west on the Way of St James. You are now on the Via Gebennensis – GR®65 or the ‘Route du Puy’ – which is undoubtedly the best-known route as it most closely follows the historical path to Santiago de Compostela.
For this8th stage, you will walk mainly through fields and forests, punctuated by a strong cultural identity at La Côte Saint-André and also in villages such as Ornacieux or Balbins, with the Saint-Michel Chapel offering a magnificent 360° panorama.
Route of the two chapels in Gillonnay
8.35 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A pleasant, varied little hike that takes you through the narrow streets of La-Côte-Saint-André, then along the ridges to enjoy beautiful views of the mountains.
The ruins of Bocsozel Castle from Gillonnay
6.60 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,168 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A short walk on the moraine between the Bièvre and Liers plains, with views of the surrounding mountains. You will go to the Château de Bocsozel and return via the Château Pointière.
The Isère between Bièvre and Terres Froides
12.80 mi
+1,749 ft
-1,722 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
Route along the ridges between the plains of Bièvre and Liers with beautiful views of the Alpine foothills. Villages with beautiful Dauphiné architecture, castles and ruins, pilgrimage sites.
Béatrix route
7.03 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,050 ft
4h 10
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
This route takes you to the heights of Balbins and Ornacieux. It offers beautiful views of the Bièvre and Liers plains as well as the Vercors and Chartreuse mountains.
La Poulardière and Le Biel
2.44 mi
+315 ft
-315 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
A gentle, post-lunch stroll halfway up the Côte Saint-André. You’ll be treated to some lovely views over the Bièvre plain and a few of the Vercors peaks.
The hillside of La Côte Saint-André
6.33 mi
+728 ft
-725 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
You climb the hillside of La Côte Saint-André (ND de Sciez) from where you have a remarkable view: from the Monts du Pilat in the west to the Mont du Chat in the north-east, passing through the Vercors, Belledonne and Chartreuse.
From certain vantage points, on clear days you can even see the summit of Mont Blanc.
On the way back, you will pass by the village's main attractions.
From the Château Louis XI to Notre-Dame du Mont
5.05 mi
+659 ft
-650 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
A short walk on the La Côte-Saint-André moraine with beautiful panoramic views. You will pass by the Notre-Dame du Mont site in Gillonnay. There are no difficulties to be feared, except for a steep hill.
Bonnevaux Forest from Saint-Christophe
5.21 mi
+302 ft
-325 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Châtonnay (Isère)
A pleasant, easy walk through the woods, ideal in hot weather. The route takes you past several ponds, most of which are accessible for viewing (or picnicking).
Bocsozel trail
7.79 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Côte (Isère)
This hilly hike will take you past castles and fortified houses (La Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Mont and the ruins of Bocsozel). The route also offers magnificent views of the Alps.
This hike follows a small section of the Via Gebennensis. The Via Gebennensis connects Geneva to Le Puy-en-Velay. It is the route that Swiss and German pilgrims have always taken to reach the pilgrimage route from Santiago de Compostela to Le Puy.
From the moraine to Le Not
6.24 mi
+220 ft
-240 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Côte (Isère)
A lovely walk through the heart of the Bièvre plain.
To the east, you can admire the peaks of the Chartreuse; to the south, those of the Vercors; and to the west, Le Pilat.
You’ll be cycling along small tarmac roads or well-maintained stony tracks.
From La Côte-Saint-André to Saint-Corps
7.16 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,109 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
This walk climbs the Côte-Saint-André moraine twice. It alternates between uphill sections and flat paths, forests and farmland.
From Bizonnes to the ponds of Saint-Didier-de-Bizonnes
5.26 mi
+272 ft
-246 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bizonnes (Isère)
This is an easy walk that takes you past Dauphiné houses, the ponds of Saint-Didier-de-Bizonnes and the Brosses forest. In the second part of the walk, you will enjoy some beautiful views of the surrounding peaks (even the summit of Mont Blanc).
From Allivet Castle to Pointières Castle
9.58 mi
+453 ft
-436 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
An easy walk, apart from the distance, taking you from Côte-Saint-André to the village of Gillonnay.
The outward journey takes place on flat ground across the Bièvre plain, with plenty of points of interest all around you: the glacial moraine at Côte-Saint-André, the Chartreuse, the Vercors, the Alps, the Pilat…
The return journey takes you along the hillside, meandering through the various valleys.
Around Sainte-Anne-sur-Gervonde
5.93 mi
+433 ft
-459 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Anne-sur-Gervonde (Isère)
A short walk in the countryside of northern Isère. The first part takes you across the open plateau, the second through more enclosed valleys, alongside several ponds.
From Semons to Étang Cadenas
5.26 mi
+545 ft
-545 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Semons (Isère)
This short walk takes place mainly in the heart of the Semons Forest. It is ideal in hot weather and takes you past several ponds.
From Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Côte to the airport
5.33 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Côte (Isère)
A short, easy walk in the heart of the Bièvre plain. You’ll enjoy views of the surrounding peaks: Chartreuse, Vercors, Pilat.
Halfway along the route, you’ll walk alongside the runway at Saint-Geoirs Airport and may be lucky enough to see a plane taking off or landing.
Haut-Biol from Châteauvilain
6.00 mi
+554 ft
-548 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Châteauvilain (Isère)
A short, easy walk in the countryside, offering beautiful views of the Massif de l’Épine and Mont Blanc on a clear day. Best undertaken in spring as the route involves a lot of open countryside and some woodland.
Around Haut Biol
4.79 mi
+545 ft
-545 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Biol (Isère)
This is a short walk, best enjoyed on a clear day.
It offers exceptional panoramic views stretching from the Monts de l'Ain to the peaks of the eastern Vercors, via the Dent du Chat, Mont Blanc, the Chartreuse, the Belledonne peaks, Taillefer and Dévoluy.
There are no particular difficulties along the route.
Notre-Dame de la Salette - Château de la Villardière via Combe Noire
8.80 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,211 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Frette (Isère)
This hike starts at the northern edge of the Bièvre plain, along theGR®65. It then leads to the moraine to discover the Chapelle de la Salette, nestled in the woods. Finally, the return journey is via the Château de la Villardière, where you will have a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains.
The Marais and the Château de La Frette
5.04 mi
+207 ft
-177 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from La Frette (Isère)
A short walk down to the Bièvre plain and then back up to mid-slope. This route is not difficult, except for a short steep climb on leaving Saint-Hilaire.
From Ornacieux to Étang du Marais
5.57 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ornacieux (Isère)
This is an easy walk. You start from the village of Ornacieux-Balbins, on the side of the wooded moraine, and descend into the Liers plain. You will reach the Étang and the Marais de Faramans.
In good weather, you can enjoy interesting views of the surrounding mountains.
La Côte Saint-André through the ridges
6.86 mi
+997 ft
-1,007 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ornacieux (Isère)
This route, which passes by two viewpoint indicators, offers amazing views over plaine de la Bièvre and the Vercors and the Chartreuse mountain ranges.
The Tramolé to Culin loop
8.08 mi
+564 ft
-587 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Culin (Isère)
A walk along the paths and small tarmac roads of northern Isère. It presents one challenge: a steep, rutted descent that may worry occasional walkers. Otherwise, there is little elevation gain.
The Clock Tower and Saint Hugon Chapel
8.80 mi
+971 ft
-965 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lieudieu (Isère)
This walk presents no major difficulties apart from the distance. The first part takes place mainly in the woods, the second in the Dauphiné bocage. It will take you past several ponds, up to the Clock Tower, and to the amazing Saint-Hugon Chapel.
The Monks' Path in Lieudieu
6.17 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lieudieu (Isère)
This walk is not difficult. It alternates between woodland and the Dauphiné bocage. It takes you past three beautiful residences: the fortified house of Cazeneuve, Bonnevaux Castle and Avril (or Arzay) Castle, as well as a few ponds.
Path of the water bodies between the marshes and the hills of Biol
6.91 mi
+607 ft
-584 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Biol (Isère)
A route that takes you through marshes and hillsides to discover the lakes to the east and north of Biol, passing through Torchefelon and skirting Succieu.
In the valleys and on the plateau around Les Éparres
8.50 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,063 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Les Éparres (Isère)
A beautiful hike offering stunning views of the Bugey Mountains, the Épine Massif and the Chartreuse, with the Alps in the background.
Loop starting from Montrevel to discover the hills of Vaux
6.26 mi
+925 ft
-912 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montrevel (Isère)
Loop on the Vaux ridges (Chabons municipality) with beautiful views of the Chartreuse and Belledonne mountains and the Hien, Bourbre and Ain valleys in good weather. The circuit mainly follows very wide, pleasant paths, with one section along the edge of the forest. Accessible to all.
Around Bévenais
8.12 mi
+1,302 ft
-1,296 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bévenais (Isère)
A circular route through the forest on the hills around the village of Bévenais, passing by the Chapelle de la Salette to Longechenal, offering the finest views over the Bièvre Plain and the mountains.
The Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Salette and the Étang du Marais
4.90 mi
+1,093 ft
-1,073 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bévenais (Isère)
This walk through the woods will allow you to discover the Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Salette and the beautiful Étang du Marais lake.
The Grand Lemps peat bogs
4.58 mi
+285 ft
-259 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Châbons (Isère)
After completing the educational route through the peat bogs, we suggest a short walk in the surrounding countryside.
The Coquet Pond in Arzay
3.69 mi
+285 ft
-276 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Arzay (Isère)
This short, easy walk offers beautiful views of the surrounding peaks, winds through the forest and takes you past three pretty ponds.
The magical forest of Vallin
2.31 mi
+217 ft
-217 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Torchefelon (Isère)
A forest where you feel at peace.
According to legend, the Vallin forest in the commune of Saint-Victor-de-Cessieu was frequented by druids and Templars who came to enjoy its healing properties. Several places in the forest are said to be full of energy, and there is a special energy in this place that confuses compasses.
It is a pretty forest of beech, oak and hazel trees. Part of the forest has been replanted with Douglas firs, cherry trees and red oaks.
From the village of Sardieu to the Bois des Burettes
6.18 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sardieu (Isère)
A lovely, easy walk (no elevation gain) in the heart of the Bièvre plain. On a clear day, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. You will also pass by the charming ponds of the Bois des Burettes.