Chuzelles walks

A walk starting from Chuzelles, heading towards the woods of Saint-Jean on the heights of the commune of Simandres; the stroll through the woods will allow you to enjoy nature and the peace and quiet. Halfway along the route, you can visit Notre-Dame de Limon, situated on the ancient Via Domitia, a Romanesque chapel dating fromthe 12th century.

Walk in the woods recommended in hot, dry weather. A few viewpoints, particularly of the Alps on a clear day. The paths are well maintained but the woods are much less so; they have something of an end-of-the-world feel to them.

A beautiful, quick walk in the heart of the Bois de Saint-Jean in Communay. There are quite a few steep sections in two or three places. Despite the proximity of the A46 motorway, you will feel far away from civilisation during this walk.

This is an unpretentious walk. It alternates between different landscapes (countryside, forest) and surfaces (gravel paths, small asphalt roads). If the weather is clear, you will have many views of the surrounding peaks. There are two small hills (not too steep) to keep you in shape.

Did you know that there are traces of mining activity in Communay (south of Lyon)? To discover them, follow this easy path. This hike can be done in two stages: 1) around the Sauveur, Baytan, Guérin and Dufélix pits; 2°) around the Espérance shaft headframe (rebuilt by associations linked to the mine) and a small slag heap, now wooded.

Stroll through the narrow streets of Seyssuel, then on the way back, pass by the old castle and continue through the vineyards. Half of this route is paved, but you will have some beautiful views of the Monts du Lyonnais, which makes this part seem shorter.

A walk mainly on paths, along the Fausse, Charoin, Les Endiennes and Noyon valleys between Marennes and Villette-de-Vienne.

Val d'Ozon spring hike for disabled people. 12 km route in the hills above Ternay.

This hike, which presents no major difficulties, allows you to explore the Combe du Loup in the commune of Serpaize, starting from Luzinay. The route offers interesting views of the Alps, the Vercors, the Monts du Lyonnais and the Pilat Massif. Mont Blanc is visible – weather permitting, of course – as you descend back to the start/finish point. The start and finish are at a large car park outside the village of Luzinay, to avoid a dull stretch of road and crossing the D36, which has no pedestrian protection. The route is easy to follow, even without a GPS.

A hike starting from Louise Labé in Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon, heading towards the heights of Marennes, around Simandres.

Starting from Luzinay, between wetlands and shady forests. Beautiful views of the Pilat, Vercors and Mont Blanc mountains and the Lyon metropolitan area. Depending on the season, between the start (S/E) and point (3), in the morning you may see storks resting in the wetlands of the Sévenne valley, grey herons and great egrets. The first part of the route, up to point (6), is mainly flat terrain on small roads with little traffic during the day and a few small paths. After the village of Villette-de-Vienne, deer and pheasants can often be seen on the hillsides, for those who know how to be discreet and observant. The end of the route takes you past the medieval chapel of Illins (11th and 13th centuries) and its cemetery. There are no particular difficulties in terms of orientation, but signposts are rare, if not non-existent.

Easy country walk with a beautiful view of the Alps if visibility is good. Best enjoyed outside of summer as there is little shade.

This hike is located in the hills above Luzinay, straddling the departments of Isère and Rhône. For geography enthusiasts, you will pass through four different municipalities in 12 km! This hike offers beautiful views of the Alps, the Vercors, the Pilat massif and the city of Lyon. There are only 600 m of busy road (and that's relative!). Most of the route consists of paths or dead-end roads leading to farms.

Walk with several panoramic views of the Lyon region and diverse landscapes. No difficulty except for the small Vernatel ravine at the end of the route. A surprise awaits hikers and pickers on the last section in spring, but shhh...

This is a nice walk which mostly consists of walking around the town through beautiful forests and fields. This route is a nice alternative to avoid any slippery and muddy parts when it has rained a lot. It also passes through a historical cemetery and church where you can stop for a lunch break.

Discover Ternay, a Cluniac site located 15 km south of Lyon. You will discover the 23-hectare Grand Clos Park, the Cluniac priory and the Château de La Porte (16th century), only the exterior of which can be visited.

From the 19th-century Romanesque church of Saint-Barthélémy to the Bois du Recours, this pleasant short walk offers magnificent views of Lyon, its mountains and the snow-capped Alps in fine weather.

A pleasant walk, without too much elevation gain or paved roads, south of Lyon with varied landscapes and beautiful views of the region.

This circular route connects the Gère valley to the Malissol neighbourhood. It follows a path along the banks of the Gère, part of which is in the Malissol forest, near the fitness trail, and some more rocky sections in the heart of the Malissol neighbourhood. A family walk with a slight incline, best done with flat, closed-toe shoes (forest trails).

Shaded walk along the banks of streams in a Rhône ravine. A surprisingly peaceful natural area given its proximity to urban centres.

Walk in the forest with three charming streams and beautiful views of the valley. A complete change of scenery for the day.

A short walk through the historic centre of Vienne. It will allow you to discover the city's main sites. The passage through the Pipet belvedere involves a good climb, but you will be rewarded with a splendid view of the city, the Rhône valley and, as a bonus, the foothills of the Monts du Lyonnais and Pilat.

A hike that almost exclusively uses small roads without traffic, providing a route where the paths are not an option. We start in Vienne and experience its panoramic views of Notre-Dame de Pipet and the Vienne hills with beautiful views of the Rhône Valley and the Pilat massif at the bottom. The return journey takes you through the homes on the Vienne heights while maintaining good views of the Viennoise hills.

Family walk leading to the Ferme du Loup via various observation points overlooking the surrounding nature: river, pond, meadow...

This walk will take you through the agricultural plateau and then along the banks of the old Rhône. The restored Jaricot and Ciselande floodplains are home to beavers.

A beautiful country walk, mostly in the open. You will discover the local vineyards, walk alongside orchards and enjoy panoramic views of the Rhône valley and the countryside. You will also see horses and pass through part of the wine-growing village of Millery. The route is very well marked (yellow stripes).

A varied walk. First, you walk across the plain, along a stream on the edge of a poplar forest. Then you walk through the valleys, on the hillside with some views of the Pilat and Lyonnais mountains.

Walk around Jardin, passing by the old Roman aqueduct, the old church, the Montléant Tower and the old school. At the Jardin library, a small book entitled JARDIN AU CŒUR DU TEMPS (Jardin Through Time) allows you to discover and learn more about all the monuments: the aqueducts, the Montléans Tower, the two churches, the old school, and the old Bérardier wash house.

This walk alternates between wide-open views of the surrounding valleys and distant mountain ranges (Monts du Lyonnais, Pilat, Alps) and pretty, fairly hilly sections in the forest. This hike can be shortened at various points, see the box "During the hike or nearby".

A beautiful hike alternating between woodland trails and majestic views of the Pilat Regional Nature Park and the Rhône Valley.

Alternating plains and hillsides, with very clear views, the Alps on one side and the Pilat massif on the other. Best enjoyed on a clear day.

An easy walk in the village of Estrablin which, over the course of two hours, offers large open views over the surrounding hills and mountains. We mainly take small peaceful tarmacked country lanes, which means you can enjoy a walking excursion even after heavy rainfall and when the paths are almost impassable.

A very rural hike through woods and hills, with beautiful views of the Alps and Pilat Park. :1: Please note: hike currently being modified. The passage on the (private) path from (1) seems to be causing problems. In the meantime: at the fork, 400 m before this waypoint (1), turn right (Chemin des Frères) then left onto the D167 and further on you will find the waypoint (2).

A half-day walk with very little elevation gain on the plateau west of Irigny between the Forts de Champvillard and Montcorin, passing through Charly and Vourles.

A circular route that takes you to the Saint-Genis-Laval observatory via the Sacuny plateau and around Fort de Côte-Lorette.

The famous Côte-Rôtie vineyards, laid out in terraces supported by low stone walls, will enchant you at the start and end of this hike. The rest of the hike takes place in a rural and wooded setting, along good paths and a few sections of quiet roads. Sumptuous views of the Rhône Valley, the Pilat Massif and the entire Alpine range (weather permitting). On the descent back, the Château d'Ampuis will stand before you.

A short hike to discover the vineyards of Ampuis, with superb views of the terraced vineyards and the Rhône valley.

Discover the fantastic vineyards on the slopes of Ampuis. With beautiful forests in the hinterland, then a return to the Rhône river with magnificent views of the Pilat massif, the Alps and the Rhône valley.

In addition to being a nice hike, this circuit is interesting because throughout the trail signs provide educational information on the fauna and flora, tree species etc. It also helps hikers discover the local agricultural heritage that is everywhere so close to Lyon.