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Châtillon-la-Palud walks
Route from Gévrieux to Châtillon-la-Palud
Tourist office
4.66 mi
+492 ft
-459 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-la-Palud (Ain)
A beautiful hike with varied landscapes: the Dombes plateau, a view of the Bugey and access to the Ain river.
From Ain to the Moutonnière Plateau
7.89 mi
+728 ft
-705 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Villette-sur-Ain (Ain)
A pleasant hike with a slight incline, shaded sections and sections on dirt trails. This hike combines nature and heritage as it passes close to two castles.
The Bois de Chassagne
9.41 mi
+187 ft
-187 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chalamont (Ain)
A hike with a variety of points of interest: traditional farms, ponds, fields and forest.
Circular route starting from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey
Visorando Member5.44 mi
+515 ft
-512 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey (Ain)
A short, easy hike that can be done with the family. Beautiful panoramic views. Magnificent bell towers. Peace and quiet...
Circular via Colloverge mountain starting from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey
7.15 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,086 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey (Ain)
This hike will take you to both sides of the massif between Torcieu and Saint-Denis-en-Bugey.
Enjoy beautiful views of the region, the Monts du Lyonnais, the vineyards of Vaux-en-Bugey, the ridges of the Albarine Valley and a passage through the pretty village of Ambutrix, not to mention the start of the Saint-Denis tower, which offers a panoramic view of the region.
On the edge of the Étangs des Dombes lakes, starting from Meximieux
5.45 mi
+322 ft
-312 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Meximieux (Ain)
This is an easy, short walk along quiet coastal paths in Meximieux, partly through farmland and partly through deciduous hedgerows. It is also a way to get close to some of the ponds in the Dombes and see lots of birds. At the Virgin of Saint-Sulpice, a beautiful panorama opens up before us, revealing the Ain plain, the Bugey and the Rhône, and even the Alps, depending on the weather.
Loop around Saint-Éloi
4.74 mi
+302 ft
-292 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Éloi (Ain)
This easy circuit around the commune of Saint-Éloi in the Ain department will give you a glimpse of the Dombes region.
It also offers plenty of geocaching opportunities for enthusiasts.
Ruins of Saint-Germain Castle, Allymes, Douvres and Vareilles
9.96 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,565 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ambérieu-en-Bugey (Ain)
A beautiful walk through the forests starting from the pretty blue lake of Vareille, a village nestled by the Gardon stream. An uphill climb from the start will take you to the ruins of Saint-Germain Castle, a listed historical monument currently undergoing archaeological exploration. You will be delighted to discover the small hamlets below Château des Allymes, the village of Douvres and the forests of Ambérieu.
Croix de Bramafan, pools and Buizin waterfall starting from Vaux-en-Bugey
10.06 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,906 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vaux-en-Bugey (Ain)
This hike through the woods follows sections of the GR®59, PR® and unmarked trails. It will take you to the Croix de Bramafan and its viewpoint, the pools and waterfall of Le Buizin, and the Chapelle de Nièvre. It will also take you through the beautiful village of Vaux-en-Bugey, which is crossed by the Buizin.
Around Pérouges
5.72 mi
+427 ft
-427 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pérouges (Ain)
This loop will take you out of the medieval town to discover the varied landscape of the region, with woods, crops, a few old houses and panoramic views. The 9 km route is easy to follow and well marked in orange.
Route des 4 Châteaux: Saint-Germain - Mont Luisandre
Association / Club / Walk leader11.52 mi
+3,068 ft
-3,058 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Ambérieu-en-Bugey (Ain)
An easy walk that is part of a 30 km route linking 4 medieval castles (the Circuit des 4 Châteaux).
Route des enfants à Sainte-Julie
3.39 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Julie (Ain)
This route forms part of a network of marked walking trails in the commune of Sainte-Julie, linking the village centre with the various hamlets.
The municipality aims to gradually map, signpost and maintain these routes to make walking in the area easier.
Vaux en Bugey-Siccieu
18.01 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,086 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Vaux-en-Bugey (Ain)
Fifth stage of the Way of St James. This somewhat long stage takes you across the Rhône at Lagnieu. The rest of the route is less interesting and, above all, involves too much tarmac, but there is no alternative if you want to rejoin the GR®65.
From Vaux-Févroux to the Croix de Bramefan circular
7.73 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,781 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Vaux-en-Bugey (Ain)
There are many ways to get to the Croix de Bramefan. This route is unique in that it first takes you along the ridge north of Vaux and, after crossing the Buizin stream, returns via the Bramefan ridge. Almost the entire route is through woodland. The "medium" rating for this hike is justified by the fact that the start of the route is all uphill and there are numerous crossroads that could lead you astray.
Croix de Bramafan from Lagnieu
6.89 mi
+1,358 ft
-1,339 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lagnieu (Ain)
From Lagnieu, climb up to the Croix de Bramafan to discover a wide panorama of the Rhône plain, the Ain plain, Île Crémieu and, on a clear day, as far as Lyon. A very pleasant hike on well-shaded forest paths and trails.
Circuit of the 11 lakes in the Dombes
7.38 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nizier-le-Désert (Ain)
This walk takes you through typical Dombes landscapes such as ponds, fields and copses. There are many ponds to see, making this route particularly interesting. Remember to bring your binoculars.