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Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez walks
The Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
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7.64 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,299 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf (Loire) (Loire)
Hike in the Pilat Massif with views of the Rhône Valley.
Pilat - From Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez to Longes
10.27 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,657 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez (Loire)
This hike takes us to Les Roches de Marlin, which is somewhat overgrown with broom and other vegetation, and the beautiful flower-filled village of Longes. Don't forget to enjoy the beautiful views of the Gier valley and the crosses at almost every crossroads.
From the Couzon Dam to Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
6.47 mi
+955 ft
-932 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf (Loire) (Loire)
Discover Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez and its Chartreuse in the Pilat region, starting from the dam on the Couzon.
Couzon Dam, Les Roches de Marlin, Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
9.71 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,430 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf (Loire) (Loire)
Walk to the Roches de Marlin and return along the Lac du Couzon. On the way, you can visit the former Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez.
Around the Couzon Dam
12.85 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,172 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Châteauneuf (Loire) (Loire)
Walk in the Pilat, 6 km from Rive de Gier, around the beautiful Lake Barrage du Couzon.
Mont Monnet from Longes
12.18 mi
+2,421 ft
-2,444 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Longes (Rhône)
A very beautiful hike that allows you to discover some very interesting places, especially the beautiful village of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, with magnificent views along the entire route.
The Chartreux trail starting from Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
3.83 mi
+627 ft
-614 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez (Loire)
This is a short, easy circular. The walk starts at the former monastery of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez and climbs up to Pavezin, mostly along small tarmac roads, before descending via a pleasant grassy path. Both the ascent and the descent offer superb panoramic views.
Short tour of the former Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
2.62 mi
+377 ft
-400 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez (Loire)
A short walk to discover the former Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-Jarez. No difficulty, just a chance to get some fresh air.
A viewpoint overlooking the Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
12.54 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,185 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-Villars (Loire)
With easy and quick access from the A7 motorway coming from Lyon, La Chapelle-Villars is an ideal starting point for exploring the Pilat Massif. This route takes you to Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez and offers a beautiful view of the Chartreuse from the heights of Sainte-Croix.
Over ridges and crosses in the Pilat Mountains
14.55 mi
+3,258 ft
-3,245 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
Discover some of the crests and passes, often marked with a cross, on this part of the eastern slope of the Pilat Massif. This large circular route passes through Crêt de Quatregrains, Crêt de Montivert, Croix de Monvieux, Croix du Mazet, Croix du Cerisier, Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, and Crêt de Baronnette.Route change between (3) and (4). See the notices at the bottom of this page.
Circular route around Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez starting from the Couzon dam.
11.18 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,696 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf (Loire) (Loire)
A very pleasant route starting from the Couzon dam, a little steep in places, alternating between nature and history. Once you reach Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, it continues with a circular route passing by the Croix de Marlin. The paths are sometimes very stony, so this is not a family-friendly route.
Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez circular route, Couzon reservoir, Le Chirat Rochat
16.31 mi
+3,179 ft
-3,199 ft
10h 15
Difficult
Departure from Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez (Loire)
This walk begins in one of the most culturally significant spots in the Pilat region, the pretty, tourist-friendly medieval village of Saint-Croix-en-Jarez and its 13th-century Chartreuse monastery. It follows the Couzon valley, then runs alongside the river and the left bank of its reservoir before taking the ridge path via the Croix du Cerisier, du Mazet and de Montvieux. The undulating, wooded route continues to the Chirat Rochat, the highest point of the walk, then descends to the hamlet of L’Eau-qui-bruit and returns to the start via the Crêt de Montivert.
From cross to cross in the Monts du Pilat from Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
8.87 mi
+1,995 ft
-1,995 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez (Loire)
This route, which takes you sometimes across fields and sometimes through woodland, will lead you from cross to cross and from hamlet to hamlet in the heart of the Pilat Natural Park. You will occasionally be treated to beautiful views of the Rhône Valley, whilst at other times you may catch sight of lovely panoramas of the Monts du Lyonnais and the Giers Valley.