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Commelle walks
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.
From Semons to Étang Cadenas
5.26 mi
+545 ft
-545 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Semons (Isère)
This short walk takes place mainly in the heart of the Semons Forest. It is ideal in hot weather and takes you past several ponds.
From Ornacieux to Étang du Marais
5.57 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ornacieux (Isère)
This is an easy walk. You start from the village of Ornacieux-Balbins, on the side of the wooded moraine, and descend into the Liers plain. You will reach the Étang and the Marais de Faramans.
In good weather, you can enjoy interesting views of the surrounding mountains.
La Côte Saint-André through the ridges
6.86 mi
+997 ft
-1,007 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ornacieux (Isère)
This route, which passes by two viewpoint indicators, offers amazing views over plaine de la Bièvre and the Vercors and the Chartreuse mountain ranges.
The Étangs de Nantoin
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.
The Coquet Pond in Arzay
3.69 mi
+285 ft
-276 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Arzay (Isère)
This short, easy walk offers beautiful views of the surrounding peaks, winds through the forest and takes you past three pretty ponds.
The hillside of La Côte Saint-André
6.33 mi
+728 ft
-725 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
You climb the hillside of La Côte Saint-André (ND de Sciez) from where you have a remarkable view: from the Monts du Pilat in the west to the Mont du Chat in the north-east, passing through the Vercors, Belledonne and Chartreuse.
From certain vantage points, on clear days you can even see the summit of Mont Blanc.
On the way back, you will pass by the village's main attractions.
Béatrix route
7.03 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,050 ft
4h 10
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
This route takes you to the heights of Balbins and Ornacieux. It offers beautiful views of the Bièvre and Liers plains as well as the Vercors and Chartreuse mountains.
From the Château Louis XI to Notre-Dame du Mont
5.05 mi
+659 ft
-650 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
A short walk on the La Côte-Saint-André moraine with beautiful panoramic views. You will pass by the Notre-Dame du Mont site in Gillonnay. There are no difficulties to be feared, except for a steep hill.
La Poulardière and Le Biel
2.44 mi
+315 ft
-315 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
A gentle, post-lunch stroll halfway up the Côte Saint-André. You’ll be treated to some lovely views over the Bièvre plain and a few of the Vercors peaks.
The Clock Tower and Saint Hugon Chapel
8.80 mi
+971 ft
-965 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lieudieu (Isère)
This walk presents no major difficulties apart from the distance. The first part takes place mainly in the woods, the second in the Dauphiné bocage. It will take you past several ponds, up to the Clock Tower, and to the amazing Saint-Hugon Chapel.
The Monks' Path in Lieudieu
6.17 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lieudieu (Isère)
This walk is not difficult. It alternates between woodland and the Dauphiné bocage. It takes you past three beautiful residences: the fortified house of Cazeneuve, Bonnevaux Castle and Avril (or Arzay) Castle, as well as a few ponds.
The Two V Route in Champier
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
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.
Circular ridge from the Chapelle Notre-Dame du Mont
4.11 mi
+338 ft
-322 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A lovely little circular on the heights of Gillonnay, starting from the Chapel of Notre-Dame du Mont, with a beautiful view of Parménie and, above all, the Vercors. The chapel is worth a visit. This route is superb in autumn! Be careful, in the height of summer, there is practically no shade.
Route of the two chapels in Gillonnay
8.35 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A pleasant, varied little hike that takes you through the narrow streets of La-Côte-Saint-André, then along the ridges to enjoy beautiful views of the mountains.
The Isère between Bièvre and Terres Froides
12.80 mi
+1,749 ft
-1,722 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
Route along the ridges between the plains of Bièvre and Liers with beautiful views of the Alpine foothills. Villages with beautiful Dauphiné architecture, castles and ruins, pilgrimage sites.
The ruins of Bocsozel Castle from Gillonnay
6.60 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,168 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A short walk on the moraine between the Bièvre and Liers plains, with views of the surrounding mountains. You will go to the Château de Bocsozel and return via the Château Pointière.
Bonnevaux Forest from Saint-Christophe
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 Parapluie route in Faramans
6.93 mi
+348 ft
-344 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Faramans (Isère) (Isère)
This walk has no significant elevation gain. The outward journey takes place in the western part of the Liers plain, on a small asphalt road and then on wide stone paths. The return journey follows the ridge of the wooded Faramans moraine.
Bonnevaux Abbey Route
4.88 mi
+390 ft
-371 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-de-Marc (Isère)
This route through the Bonnevaux Forest takes you past various sites once used by the monks of Bonnevaux Abbey, a Cistercian monastery that no longer exists. Special signposts, marked with numbers, refer to the sites described in a brochure.
From the village of Sardieu to the Bois des Burettes
6.18 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sardieu (Isère)
A lovely, easy walk (no elevation gain) in the heart of the Bièvre plain. On a clear day, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. You will also pass by the charming ponds of the Bois des Burettes.
Bossieu - Chemin des Moines and the ponds
5.28 mi
+348 ft
-351 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bossieu (Isère)
In the heart of the Bonnevaux Forest, this is an easy, short walk with plenty of shade in summer.
You will walk alongside several ponds.
Gillonnay - Pissieu
15.64 mi
+784 ft
-1,017 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
Eighth stage from east to west on the Way of St James. You are now on the Via Gebennensis – GR®65 or the ‘Route du Puy’ – which is undoubtedly the best-known route as it most closely follows the historical path to Santiago de Compostela.
For this8th stage, you will walk mainly through fields and forests, punctuated by a strong cultural identity at La Côte Saint-André and also in villages such as Ornacieux or Balbins, with the Saint-Michel Chapel offering a magnificent 360° panorama.
Around Sainte-Anne-sur-Gervonde
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.
The Étang des Béroudières
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.
Bocsozel trail
7.79 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Côte (Isère)
This hilly hike will take you past castles and fortified houses (La Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Mont and the ruins of Bocsozel). The route also offers magnificent views of the Alps.
This hike follows a small section of the Via Gebennensis. The Via Gebennensis connects Geneva to Le Puy-en-Velay. It is the route that Swiss and German pilgrims have always taken to reach the pilgrimage route from Santiago de Compostela to Le Puy.
Pommiers de Beaurepaire: forests, ponds and mountain views
6.39 mi
+541 ft
-564 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pommier-de-Beaurepaire (Isère)
An easy route alternating between hills, forests, ponds and views of the mountains in the distance. A superb 360° panorama in the village of Pommiers-de-Beaurepaire.
From Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Côte to the airport
5.33 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Côte (Isère)
A short, easy walk in the heart of the Bièvre plain. You’ll enjoy views of the surrounding peaks: Chartreuse, Vercors, Pilat.
Halfway along the route, you’ll walk alongside the runway at Saint-Geoirs Airport and may be lucky enough to see a plane taking off or landing.
The Bois des Burettes tour
2.98 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Marcilloles (Isère)
A short walk in the heart of the Bièvre plain. An oasis of calm and greenery.
From Bois d'Autimont to Bois des Burettes in Pajay
6.22 mi
+269 ft
-253 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Pajay (Isère)
This circular route passes through the Autimont forest before descending into the Pajay plain. It then enters the Burettes forest and returns to Pajay.
A notable feature on the descent before the plain is a cross dating from 1840 at the corner of a house at the Serclier crossroads. There is a beautiful view of the Chartreuse massif whilst crossing the plain. A pleasant walk thanks to its varied landscapes, including forest and ponds.
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The bocage of Éclose and the Forêt du Roi
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.
Wallaby circuit
6.19 mi
+308 ft
-308 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pajay (Isère)
A short walk in the heart of the Pajay plain, but which climbs the hill at the end. It takes place on small, quiet roads or good gravel paths.
Montjoux Pond
5.27 mi
+344 ft
-341 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Bournay (Isère)
A short walk that will take you to the Étang de Monjoux and its educational trail. On the way back, you will pass in front of the Saint-Pierre Chapel in Bournay.
Between Gère and Auron
6.63 mi
+784 ft
-774 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villeneuve-de-Marc (Isère)
A charming walk that alternates between forest and countryside. It takes place alternately on dirt tracks and small asphalt roads. The elevation gain is divided into three distinct phases and is therefore not too arduous.
Circular starting from Saint-Jean-de-Bournay
7.64 mi
+577 ft
-561 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Bournay (Isère)
A very pleasant walk in the heart of the valleys of northern Isère. Apart from the distance, there are no difficulties to be feared. The elevation changes are well distributed. The walk takes place in a triangle between Saint-Jean-de-Bournay, Artas and Charantonnay.
Bressieux Castle as seen from Brezins
7.26 mi
+541 ft
-528 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brézins (Isère)
A short, easy walk apart from the climb up to the castle, from where you’ll have a beautiful view of the Bièvre plain and the peaks of the Pilat.
The Tramolé to Culin loop
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.
In the footsteps of the lords of Bressieux
12.73 mi
+1,342 ft
-1,335 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Siméon-de-Bressieux (Isère)
A hike steeped in history through a landscape of forests and ponds.
The tour from Charpennes to Saint-Siméon-de-Bressieux
5.15 mi
+758 ft
-748 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Siméon-de-Bressieux (Isère)
This short walk takes you up the Charpennes hill, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of:
- from the north-east to the south: the Bièvre glacial plain, Mont du Chat, Chartreuse, and a few peaks of Vercors,
- and due west, Pilat and the Monts du Lyonnais.
In very good weather, between Mont du Chat and Chartreuse, you may be able to see the summit of Mont Blanc.
Otherwise, you can wander between hedgerows and forests along the Chambarans moraine.
Haut-Biol from Châteauvilain
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.
Beaufort with its fountains and its plain
6.08 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Beaufort (Isère) (Isère)
The first part of this easy route runs alongside a Sensitive Protected Area, the Fontaines de Beaufort. It is home to unique wetland flora and fauna.
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From the city of Mandrin to the Château de Sillans
5.57 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Saint-Geoirs (Isère)
A short walk south of the Bièvre plain. On the way there, you can enjoy views of the Chartreuse mountains and, on the way back, the Pilat peaks.
Between Cruzille and Rampode in Saint-Étienne-de-Saint-Geoirs
4.82 mi
+489 ft
-489 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Saint-Geoirs (Isère)
A fairly short walk which initially follows the Bièvre plain and the Chanclau Pond before climbing up into the moraine and the woods. The only difficulty is a fairly steep hill.