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The Conzieu lake tour
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7.06 mi
+1,096 ft
-1,096 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Conzieu (Ain)
Hike around the Conzieu Lakes, visible from the heights, and Lac de Crotel, which cannot be seen. The hike takes place on good paths and a few steep trails. Spring or autumn in dry weather is preferable, as the few difficult passages can become slippery.
The Montagne de Tentanet circular loop, via the Roman staircase
6.59 mi
+2,244 ft
-2,215 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Conzieu (Ain)
This circular route can be completed in almost any season, starting from Conzieu, which allows you to climb up to the ridge via the Escalier Romain. The ascent is along the north-west ridge, and the return route takes a detour to the west to return to Lac de Crotel. The route is wooded, but there are several viewpoints overlooking the Alps or the Rhône Valley.
Circular walk between Le Grangeon (Thoys) and Essieux
9.12 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,178 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Arbignieu (Ain)
A pleasant and refreshing route thanks to the many lakes and streams along the way. It is situated to the west of the village of Thoys, in an area of forests and marshes to the south of the Bugey. You’ll be walking through peaceful, relaxing surroundings, taking in the typical landscapes and villages of the Bugey.
Circular route via Corne Bœuf and Lac d'Armaille from Thoys
6.05 mi
+692 ft
-692 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Arbignieu (Ain)
This circular route goes up the Ruisseau d'Armaille, passes La Roche Percée de Corne Bœuf and runs alongside the marshes and Lacs d'Armaille, before descending through the forest. Remaining at low altitude, it can be done in any season, with only the water levels of the lakes and streams potentially complicating certain passages.
Saint-Julien viewpoint from Arboy-en-Bugey
2.21 mi
+899 ft
-899 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bois (Ain)
A short hike suitable for all seasons, leading to a viewpoint with unobstructed views of the Bugey and the Alps.
The ridges of Innimont
13.35 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,546 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-les-Paroisses (Ain)
A beautiful, long climb on a good path to the Col du Grand Pertuis, followed by the superb ridge trail. Then a challenging downhill section to Innimont and a gentler one back down to Appregnin.
From Veyrin to Conzieu through woods and lakes
6.38 mi
+525 ft
-531 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bois (Ain)
A peaceful hike that starts from the picturesque little hamlet of Veyrin in Saint-Bois in the Ain department and takes us to Conzieu. Peace and quiet guaranteed, with paths that are generally good and easy to walk on.
Rothonne Forest and Chevreuil Trail in Belley
5.56 mi
+574 ft
-548 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Belley (Ain)
Near Belley, the Rothonne Forest offers pleasant, well-maintained and marked trails. The Chevreuil trail presented here is 9 kilometres long. It is a lovely, peaceful walk with a view of the Dent du Chat at the top. The elevation gain of approximately 200 metres is not significant, allowing everyone to enjoy themselves. The trail is entirely shaded.
In the heart of the vineyard’s vineyards, starting from the hamlet of Le Poulet
4.15 mi
+410 ft
-400 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
Starting from Domaine Trichon, this route allows you to explore most of its organically farmed vineyards. Setting off from the winery, walk past the pond and head into the woods and vineyards. This route intersects with two other walks starting from the estate: the ‘Walk through the Heart of Our Bubbles’ to begin with, and the ‘Promenade de son Altesse’ to continue.
His Highness’s Walk to the Domaine de Trichon in Lhuis
3.25 mi
+463 ft
-436 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
Starting from the Domaine Trichon, you head down past the cellar, along the pond, and immerse yourself in the woods and the estate’s organic vineyard. This route forms a fairly easy circular route. There is a descent and an ascent that are a little more challenging, but if you take the time to observe and admire your surroundings, you’ll find nothing but benefits!
Circular route in the Montagne de Saint-Benoît
7.73 mi
+2,513 ft
-2,497 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Benoît (Ain)
The Montagne de Saint-Benoît is a fold in the Bugey range overlooking the Rhône valley: despite its low altitude, it offers a variety of routes that can be tackled in almost any season. This wide, figure-of-eight-shaped circular route combines two steep ascents of this mountain and traverses it via its geographical summit (La Graye – 786 m) and several unobstructed viewpoints.
The Conzieu Lakes from Saint-Benoît
11.43 mi
+2,369 ft
-2,362 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Benoît (Ain)
A slightly longer and slightly steeper alternative route, but still not considered difficult.
There are still beautiful panoramic views, and with a bit of luck, you may see some lovely waterfalls at the start of the hike.
On the heights of Saint-Benoît
8.89 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,736 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Benoît (Ain)
This is a very beautiful hike, especially after a few days of rain, which feeds the many streams.
The first part up to (1) is not very steep but quite long, so it is best to be in good shape.
The Tour of the Innimond Plateau
3.05 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Innimond (Ain)
Family hike on the Innimond plateau to discover a magnificent panorama of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
From Innimond to Ordonnaz in a circular
12.13 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,736 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Innimond (Ain)
I suggest a lovely walk between Innimond and Ordonnaz along the ridges (Mont Pela, Le Grand Pertuis and Le Mollard de Don), then across plateaus between forests and meadows. Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the Alps.
The ridge loop at Innimond
5.12 mi
+912 ft
-912 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Innimond (Ain)
Passing over the Cols du Grand and Petit Pertuis, you'll be amazed by this route along the ridges, which offers 360° views of the Alps, Massif Central and Jura. An easy hike for regular walkers.
The Tentanet Mountain
9.08 mi
+2,657 ft
-2,638 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
Climb to the summit of Montagne de Tentanet from Lhuis via theGR®59on good hiking trails.
Circular around Lhuis, between Milieu and Ansolin
9.13 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,460 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
This 15 km circular route around Lhuis will take you along an old tramway, overlooking a beautiful pond, following typical streams, observing a resurgence and crossing a scree slope. Several viewpoints over the Rhône and its valley, the Creys nuclear power plant and the Tentanet mountain make this hike very attractive.
Brive circuit from Cerin
5.68 mi
+1,545 ft
-1,539 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Marchamp (Ain)
Starting from Cerin, this mainly wooded marked trail takes you through several valleys with streams offering several waterfall passages. After rainy weather, the waterfalls are magnificent but the ground is then more slippery.
Brive Waterfall - Lake Ambléon - Le Tantanet circular from Millieu
16.83 mi
+3,586 ft
-3,566 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
A very varied and hilly route with many beautiful trails through the woods. The climb up the Brive valley is absolutely beautiful. The visit to the lithographic limestone quarries is very well signposted on site.
The ridge section of theGR®59will satisfy those who still have energy in their legs.
Mostly shaded or covered, making it ideal in hot weather.
Cerin lake, fossil quarry, Chosas and Brive waterfalls
9.84 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,507 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Marchamp (Ain)
Circuit of the Chosas and Brive waterfalls, starting from Marchamp via the Lac de Cérin, the fossil quarry, the Palaeoecological Museum via the "sur les traces des carriers" (in the footsteps of the quarry workers) trail and the old mills.
Between Brangues and the Rhône
9.49 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 25
Easy
Departure from Brangues (Isère)
A lovely, gentle walk, part of which is along the Rhone, which you can do as a family.
The Grand Thur circular loop from Izieu
3.41 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,030 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Izieu (Ain)
Circular route above Izieu, suitable for all seasons. The route is mainly through forest but offers some views of the Rhône valley and the surrounding mountains.
From Furans to Lac du Bret
3.28 mi
+144 ft
-141 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Chazey-Bons (Ain)
A pleasant, shaded family walk with very little elevation gain. It takes you along the banks of the Furans, through the Combe Carrée and past Lac du Bret.
Route of heather starting from Chazey-Bons
3.66 mi
+322 ft
-315 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Chazey-Bons (Ain)
Pleasant, shaded hike
Few markings at the start of the route, yellow markings in the undergrowth, cairns to cross the stone plateaus.
The Mountain of Parves
6.97 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,302 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Parves (Ain)
Parves and a few other villages are nestled between the old Rhône and the canal (actually the canalised Rhône): you could say that this area forms an island. The suggested walk takes place at low altitude through woods, forests, agricultural landscapes, villages and hamlets that have preserved or enhanced the typical buildings of the Bugey region. There is also a beautiful view of the Savoyard foothills.
La Croix de Saint-Clair from Izieu
3.44 mi
+764 ft
-774 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Izieu (Ain)
A hike from the picturesque village of Izieu, steeped in history, to a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking the Rhône and its valley.
Water Trail in Brégnier-Cordon
4.61 mi
+774 ft
-797 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brégnier-Cordon (Ain)
A marked trail allows you to explore several water-related areas (hillside, stream, marsh) around Glandieu and its waterfall.
Some paths are not maintained, see notices.
Montagne d’Izieu and Grand Thur from Murs
5.89 mi
+1,821 ft
-1,798 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Murs-et-Gélignieux (Ain)
The Montagne d’Izieu and the Grand Thur are accessible all year round via numerous paths criss-crossing the area. The circular route described here takes you along these paths from the Route de Fay via pleasant wooded trails.
Mont de Cordon from La Bruyère
4.60 mi
+837 ft
-833 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brégnier-Cordon (Ain)
A lovely walk starting from the banks of the Rhône, leading to the Mont de Cordon viewpoint (altitude 400 m) and offering a beautiful panorama of the Rhône and the Izieu mountain. During the climb, you pass a beautiful private castle and on the way back, you can see three caves that were inhabited during prehistoric times: the Bonne Femme cave, an unnamed cave and the Liévrin cave.
Mont Gela and Château de Tavollet circular
6.06 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,263 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Murs-et-Gélignieux (Ain)
Mont Gela is a micro-range at the southern end of the Bugey, which offers a variety of routes despite its low altitude and limited size. The proposed circular visits its main sites and endeavours to pass by the viewpoints of its limestone ridge. Feasible in all seasons, it requires a good sense of direction, as some forgotten passages are poorly marked on the ground and vegetation sometimes obstructs the path.
The Croix de Chevru as seen from Les Malods
7.51 mi
+1,188 ft
-1,207 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Traize (Savoie)
Set off to discover the sights on this walk, which takes place mainly through woodland on the hills above Yenne. It follows part of the GR®65 route, offering panoramic views of the meandering Rhône, the villages in the plain and the mountains overlooking them, as well as Pierre Châtel’s fortress. Despite a few minor roads, it is a very pleasant walk.
Plateau des Charmilles, Grotte de la Jaquette
5.98 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,125 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lompnas (Ain)
A beautiful hike, fairly well marked in blue with directional signs (sometimes a little faded), between 630 and 900 metres above sea level, easy, mostly on good, well-shaded paths. On very clear days, there are views of the snow-capped Alps and the villages of Marchand and Cerin. For flower lovers, between May and July, there are martagon lilies, orchids, snowdrops and erythronium. And for those who like the cool air, they can go to the Grotte de la Jaquette cave near the path.
The Lac de Barterand circular from Vongnes
8.50 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,070 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vongnes (Ain)
An easy route to discover the Bas Bugey. Pass by Lac de Barterand, a small, refreshing lake (fishing and swimming), Marignieu with its wines, honey and an almost 800-year-old chestnut tree, and the nearby Marais de Lavours with its discovery trail. Not forgetting Vongnes, its Bugiste wine cellar and the Ecomuseum on the trades of the vine and wine.
Bois de Glaize: Saint-Martin Chapel, Recorba and Mont Tournier
5.12 mi
+988 ft
-984 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Loisieux (Savoie)
This circular route takes place mainly in the forest and can be completed in any season in half a day, allowing you to visit the characteristic sites and viewpoints of this area crossed by pilgrims on the Way of St James.
The main viewpoints in the Bois de Glaize
5.13 mi
+732 ft
-751 ft
3h 00
Difficult
Departure from Loisieux (Savoie)
The Bois de Glaize offers a variety of route combinations suitable for all seasons: this circular route takes in the main viewpoints in the area, alternating between marked paths and off-trail sections – some of which are quite wild – where your sense of direction will be put to the test.
Moderator’s note A GPS device is recommended for this walk. Please read the reviews carefully.
Luizet waterfalls and Gouffre de la Morgne cave starting from Ordonnaz
11.93 mi
+2,001 ft
-1,982 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
This hike requires a good level of stamina and starts from a pleasant little village in the lower Bugey region. After walking along the Ruisseau de la Gouille stream, you can admire the Luizet No. 1 waterfall and then, through the Bois d'Arella forest, you will reach a plateau dotted with daffodils in spring. These heights offer beautiful views of the villages of Onglas, Bénonces and Serrières de Briord. The main waterfall of Luizet and the Gouffre de la Morgne will enhance the rest of your hike.
Le Mollard de Don from Ordonnaz
6.86 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
A short, easy hike starting from a pleasant little village in the lower Bugey region. Le Molard de Don is the highest point in this region of Bugey, at an altitude of 1,218 metres. This walk offers beautiful views of the Burbanche valley, the Rhône valley and the Ain plain. The return journey takes you through a picturesque little valley where the Brune stream meanders.
Caves, streams, waterfalls and chasms starting from Ordonnaz.
14.86 mi
+2,680 ft
-2,657 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
This hike, starting from Ordonnaz, will take you on a journey of discovery through beautiful natural surroundings and caves. Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of the villages of Marchamp and Cerin. You will pass through the village of Lompnas, then the Gros Pertuis stream. You will enjoy the potholes and the magnificent Brive waterfall. Finally, you will pass by the remains of the past, old mills, and end up at the Morgne chasm.
The Crêt tour in Ordonnaz
5.47 mi
+738 ft
-764 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
This is a short, easy hike, suitable for families, starting from a pleasant little village in the lower Bugey region. On a clear day, the heights of Crêt offer beautiful views of Mont Blanc and the Burbanche valley. At the end of the walk, you can enhance your hike by visiting the small village church (12th century) and admiring its Sully lime tree (planted in 1601).