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Charnay (Rhône) walks
Loop starting from Charnay
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5.74 mi
+968 ft
-955 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Charnay (Rhône) (Rhône)
Charnay, a village in the Pierres Dorées region, is located in the Beaujolais area, 20 km from Lyon and 12 km from Villefranche-sur-Saône. Perched at an altitude of 450 m, the village is surrounded by the communes of Alix, Belmont, Saint-Jean des Vignes, Morancé and Marcy. A short hike along paths and little-used roads
The Pierres Dorées and the Vineyards of Châtillon
1.83 mi
+299 ft
-299 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Châtillon (Rhône) (Rhône)
The Pierres Dorées, characteristic of southern Beaujolais, are ochre-coloured limestone rocks that reflect light particularly well and give the buildings a golden appearance. This short walk consists of two complementary parts: firstly, a route through the village’s narrow streets, paths and stairways, culminating at the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Bon-Secours; and secondly, a walk through the vineyards to a lovely viewpoint.
In the Land of Golden Stones
11.33 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,178 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Alix (Rhône)
A hike that follows paths and little-used roads through the Pierres Dorées region in the Beaujolais area near Lyon. Between vineyards and meadows, this route takes you to charming villages, castles, wash houses, mission crosses and more. An ideal walk in spring, autumn (when the vineyards are ablaze with colour) and winter.
Route between Bagnols and Alix
5.25 mi
+318 ft
-312 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bagnols (Rhône) (Rhône)
A lovely, easy route with a section in the woods, stream crossings and a passage near the Villefranche-Tarare aerodrome, which can be quite busy at weekends and therefore generate some noise. A pleasant view of the Beaujolais mountains and the golden stone villages.
Castles, vineyards and golden stones
5.94 mi
+663 ft
-666 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Chessy (Rhône)
A lovely circular route with little elevation gain that takes you through vineyards and forests.You’ll discover the village of Glay, built of golden stone, and pass by Courbeville Castle.You’ll also discover the village of Chessy with its castle and its 12th/15th-century church.
Chessy loop at the Glay quarries
6.02 mi
+814 ft
-807 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Chessy (Rhône)
This walk will take you from Chessy station to the old quarries of Glay. The route passes through the picturesque hamlet of Glay with its golden stone houses
Along the Azergues
4.84 mi
+36 ft
-33 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lozanne (Rhône)
A round trip walk along the Azergues River from Lozanne. This is a beautiful walk for lovers of flora and fauna. Don't hesitate to go down to the river banks when possible.
Walk around Glay
2.19 mi
+554 ft
-581 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-sur-l'Arbresle (Rhône)
Visit the old golden stone quarry in Glay and immerse yourself in the vineyards.
Circular on the Balad'Azergues
4.49 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Civrieux-d'Azergues (Rhône)
I chose the golden stone village centre of Civrieux d'Azergues as the starting and finishing point, which is often overlooked...
A pleasant, relatively shaded walk with no apparent difficulties, suitable for bicycles, children and our four-legged friends.
However,be careful on the road section (200 m) and the Azergues, which is still a river.
Hilly landscapes and unspoilt nature in the heart of the Pierres Dorées
11.00 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,739 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bagnols (Rhône) (Rhône)
Starting from Bagnol, you’ll traverse the slopes to enjoy a succession of breathtaking views of the varied landscapes of the Pierres Dorées region. This hike is ideal for those seeking nature and a sense of wonder through relaxing panoramic views. The difficulty is rated as moderate to slightly difficult, given the numerous ascents and descents.
The waypoints are relatively far apart: please read the entire paragraph carefully before continuing. Please note that the names of the waypoints are not included in the description.
Circular starting from Bagnols
7.89 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,207 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bagnols (Rhône) (Rhône)
Route starting from Bagnols towards Oingt, then Theizé for a return to Bagnols.
The Chatelard Trail from Civrieux
1.81 mi
+141 ft
-118 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Civrieux-d'Azergues (Rhône)
A return walk along a forest path, including a section crossing over an old railway line.
Bagnols – Lozanne
8.42 mi
+797 ft
-1,463 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bagnols (Rhône) (Rhône)
The final stage of this Tour des Pierres Dorées takes us back to the banks of the Azergues in Lozanne, our starting point. Through fields, woods and vineyards, the descent into the valley takes us past, amongst other places, the golden village of Charnay,
Les Pierres Dorées via Ville-sur-Jarnioux and Saint-Clair
7.01 mi
+961 ft
-935 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Theizé (Rhône)
This loop takes the Chemin du Tacot and returns via a pretty ridge sheltered by old box trees.
Circular route via Lucenay starting from Anse
8.21 mi
+89 ft
-89 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Anse (Rhône)
This is an easy hike starting from Anse, allowing you to discover the countryside around Anse and Lucenay.
Please note: The start and finish points of this walk are close to Anse railway station, so you can reach the town by train. Alternatively, if travelling by car, parking is free.
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Tour of La Chicotière
2.21 mi
+203 ft
-180 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Dommartin (Rhône) (Rhône)
This short walk is a great way to discover this outlying neighbourhood of Dommartin and Marcilly-d'Azergues. You will pass through fields in a very peaceful area. Enjoy the view of the lower Beaujolais region and discover the little Chemin des Chouettes.