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Châteauvilain walks
Haut-Biol from Châteauvilain
Visorando Member 
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.
In the valleys and on the plateau around Les Éparres
Visorando Member 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.
The bocage of Éclose and the Forêt du Roi
Visorando Member 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.
Around Haut Biol
Visorando Member 
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.
The magical forest of Vallin
Visorando Member 
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.
Route of the two castles in Sérézin-de-la-Tour
Visorando Member 
5.67 mi
+489 ft
-486 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Sérézin-de-la-Tour (Isère)
A lovely walk in the heart of northern Isère. It offers numerous panoramic views, from the summit of Mont Blanc to the Chartreuse Mountains.
Quinsonnas Castle and the Verneicu valley
Visorando Member 
6.01 mi
+564 ft
-571 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Nivolas-Vermelle (Isère)
A lovely, pleasant and varied walk. There are no difficulties to be feared, as the elevation gain is well distributed.
Towards Quinsonnas, you will have beautiful views of the mountains. You will pass three interesting buildings: the Château de Quinsonnas, the Demeure de Fichaillon and the Church of Vermelle. The icing on the cake is the descent into the charming valley of the Verneicu stream.
Path of the water bodies between the marshes and the hills of Biol
Visorando Member 
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.
The two chapels of Vermelle and Meyrié
Visorando Member 
5.93 mi
+666 ft
-653 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Meyrié (Isère)
A pleasant hike, mostly on paths and trails, with a good part in the woods.
The route is hilly and shaded, with a variety of points of interest: horses at the equestrian centre, the Gouille pond and hut, the Agny valley, the charming little 12th-century church of Vermelle and the Chapel of La Petite Salette in Meyrié.
The Tramolé to Culin loop
Visorando Member 
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.
Loop starting from Montrevel to discover the hills of Vaux
Visorando Member 
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.
Cessieu-Gillonay
Visorando Member 
17.93 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,463 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Cessieu (Isère)
Seventh stage of the Way of St James. This stage is mainly in open country with little elevation gain. You 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.
Around Sainte-Anne-sur-Gervonde
Visorando Member 
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 Bizonnes to the ponds of Saint-Didier-de-Bizonnes
Visorando Member 
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).
Circular route between Montagnieu and Eynoud
Visorando Member 
5.40 mi
+597 ft
-604 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Montagnieu (Isère) (Isère)
Walk along small roads and paths with beautiful views of the Chartreuse and Mont Blanc.
The Two V Route in Champier
Visorando Member 
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.
Tour of the Bois de Gourand in Champier
Visorando Member 
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.
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Bonne Conduite in Montceau
Visorando Member 
1.89 mi
+157 ft
-184 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Ruy (Isère)
This short family walk offers beautiful panoramic views of the Aravis, Mont Blanc, the Dent du Chat, the Bauges, Belledonne, the Chartreuse and the Vercors.
Chapels of Notre Dame de Bonne Conduite, Notre Dame de la Salette and Saint Joseph
Visorando Member 
6.32 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,155 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ruy (Isère)
A lovely, slightly challenging route through fields and woods, taking in three chapels.
Around the Etang de Rosière
Visorando Member 
2.84 mi
+397 ft
-397 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Bourgoin-Jallieu (Isère)
This is an easy, short hike offering superb views of the Vercors and Chartreuse mountains once you reach the plateau.
The route takes us through wooded areas and agricultural plateaus, mixing shade and light.
Best done in good weather to enjoy the coolness of the forest and the unobstructed view.
The Étang des Béroudières
Visorando Member 
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.
From Bois de la Casse to Loudon
Visorando Member 
7.22 mi
+725 ft
-696 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ruy (Isère)
Hike around Montbernier, between forest and plateau. A lovely, gentle route around Montbernier. Beautiful views of the surrounding area as you walk across the plateaus. A shaded route that combines forest and field paths.
The Tire-Gerbe Forest, the Étang de Gole and Reculefort
Visorando Member 
7.68 mi
+525 ft
-515 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Rochetoirin (Isère)
This hike will first take you to the heights of the hamlet of Le Molard with beautiful views of the mountains and the surroundings of Rochetoirin. You will then walk through the Tire Gerbe forest before reaching the Étang de Gole lake near Montcarra. There is a picnic area where you can stop for lunch before climbing up the other side to discover Montcarrad and its castle. You will finish by passing near the Reculefort farm, where you can buy refreshments.
Aillat, Grande Forêt from Chèzeneuve
Visorando Member 
6.83 mi
+568 ft
-545 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chèzeneuve (Isère)
This walk is taken from the "Du bois de la Vacheresse à celui du Revollet" hike by Jipedeu, of which it forms the western wing.
A pleasant alternation between woods, clearings and cultivated fields. Few roads and lots of clean, well-maintained paths, very pleasant in all seasons.
From the Vacheresse woods to the Revollet woods
Visorando Member 
10.75 mi
+846 ft
-823 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chèzeneuve (Isère)
A very beautiful day's walk on more than 90% paths and trails, in the undergrowth surrounded by nature where you can really breathe, not far from Bourgoin-Jallieu and Lyon.
Bonnevaux Forest from Saint-Christophe
Visorando Member 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).
The Étangs de Nantoin
Visorando Member 
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.
Circular around Montcarra
Visorando Member 
7.11 mi
+774 ft
-755 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montcarra (Isère)
An easy route accessible to families with children, offering varied landscapes: woods, meadows and villages. Views of the Alps.
The Taillis de la Dame and the Bois du Seigneur in Châbons
Visorando Member 
7.37 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Châbons (Isère)
A beautiful walk in the Nord Isère. Your walk, in a hilly environment, takes you through alternating bocage and undergrowth. There are no particular difficulties to be feared on this route (except for an unguarded level crossing to cross...).
The Grand Lemps peat bogs
Visorando Member 
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.
Commelle, the valley of the Ruisseau du Moulin
Visorando Member 
6.07 mi
+525 ft
-522 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Commelle (Isère)
A short, easy, shaded walk, ideal for a summer morning.
Circuit of the Croix du Moine Mort and Notre-Dame de Milin
Visorando Member 
5.95 mi
+646 ft
-630 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Burcin (Isère)
A lovely little walk in the Dauphiné countryside. Halfway through, you will climb a little way up into the forest to the Croix du Moine Mort (Dead Monk's Cross), before descending to the charming Notre-Dame de Milin Chapel.