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Craponne walks
Route around Saint-Genis-les-Ollières
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6.21 mi
+427 ft
-456 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Craponne (Rhône)
A countryside hike on the outskirts of the city. An easy, almost flat route, ideal for family outings. It allows you to discover the Ratier, Méginand and Ribes streams. It offers some pretty views of the Monts du Lyonnais. It also features a "Jeux de regards" activity along the Ribes.
Walk along the Yzeron from Fort du Bruissin
4.46 mi
+410 ft
-423 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Francheville (Rhône) (Rhône)
This is one of my favourite walks for a Sunday afternoon. Just a stone’s throw from Lyon, accessible by car or bus. Easy and shaded in summer. Picturesque with a superb route along the River Yzeron. A real little paradise on the city’s doorstep!
Circular route from Fort du Bruissin in Francheville to the Chaponost Aqueducts.
9.60 mi
+810 ft
-817 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Francheville (Rhône) (Rhône)
City and countryside hike linking a 19th-century fort to Roman aqueducts.
The Three Streams in Saint-Genis-les-Ollières
4.75 mi
+387 ft
-358 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Genis-les-Ollières (Rhône)
You will discover an educational pond along the Méginand stream, walk in the shade of the tall trees lining the Ribes stream, and discover amazing rock formations weathered by time at the bottom of the Ratier valley.
Vallons between Grézieu and Vaugneray
4.61 mi
+538 ft
-525 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Grézieu-la-Varenne (Rhône)
An easy circular starting from the Grézieu-La-Varenne cemetery, offering views of the valleys, the Monts du Lyonnais and, on a clear day, Lyon and the Alps.
Best done in dry weather, as after rain, some sections of the path are waterlogged.
The Yzeron valley between Francheville and Craponne
6.57 mi
+551 ft
-522 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Francheville (Rhône) (Rhône)
Woods and river in the city! It's difficult to find an area entirely covered in trees that is both close to Lyon and large enough for several hours of walking.The paved sections are very limited; you mainly walk in a steep-sided valley, along the water's edge, namely the Yzeron stream, and under the constant canopy of trees. This makes it ideal during hot weather.The route is mostly flat, except for the loop on Findez hill.For those who dislike tarmac and don't want to go too far, this valley nestled between Craponne and Francheville is a good choice.
Tour of the village of Sainte-Consorce
6.16 mi
+781 ft
-758 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
A tour of the village accessible to all, allowing you to appreciate the streams, hillsides and valleys of Sainte-Consorce and beautiful views of the Alps and Mont Blanc, Lyon, Mont Pilat and the Coteaux du Lyonnais.
Tour suggested by the municipality of Sainte-Consorce
Route de Montchosson via Grézieu
5.19 mi
+633 ft
-636 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
Discover the southern part of Sainte-Consorce and the Mercier and Ratier streams.
Sainte-Consorce via La Croix du Ban
7.87 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,148 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
The Coteaux du Lyonnais: from meadows and streams to the forest on the ridges.
An opportunity to discover Sainte-Consorce from the ridges in its natural setting with beautiful views of the Alps and Mont Blanc, Lyon, Pilat, etc.
Circuit proposed by the municipality of Sainte-Consorce.
Ratier walk in Pipora
4.71 mi
+417 ft
-397 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
The charm of the Coteaux du Lyonnais from the Ratier stream to the highest point of Sainte-Consorce: Pipora. A moderate elevation gain allows you to enjoy streams, hillsides, meadows and some beautiful views of Lyon, the Alps and Mont Blanc.
Circuit proposed by the municipality of Sainte-Consorce.
The Ratier stream by Le Charmillon
3.52 mi
+361 ft
-331 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
Short hike in the Coteaux du Lyonnais to discover hamlets, streams and panoramic views of Saint-Consorce, just a stone's throw from Lyon.
From Château du Poirier to Chatanay
5.44 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
The northern plateau of the Lyonnais hills offers beautiful views, but its hillsides and unpredictable streams are not without charm!
Discovering the Méginand Plateau
6.80 mi
+512 ft
-518 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
Are you familiar with the Plateau de Méginand, a sensitive and preserved natural area stretching across five municipalities in western Lyon? This agricultural plateau is home to mixed farming and livestock breeding, as well as little-known fauna and flora. We invite you to discover the area bordered by the Ribes stream and its information terminals.
Sainte Consorce-Marcy l'Etoile
12.14 mi
+1,864 ft
-1,893 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Consorce (Rhône)
A hike of around 20km, starting and ending at the church in Sainte-Consorce. A varied route through woods, meadows and suburban areas.
The Monts du Lyonnais from Marcy-l'Étoile
9.25 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,227 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Marcy-l'Étoile (Rhône)
An exotic hike near Lyon in the foothills of the Monts du Lyonnais. A little elevation gain but not too much, meadows, woods, panoramic views (weather permitting!) and lots of horses. In short, an ideal walk to stretch your legs in all seasons.
Chaponost Aqueduct Loop at the Étang du Boulard
3.95 mi
+302 ft
-272 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Chaponost (Rhône)
A pleasant walk through the streets, along the Étang du Boulard and the countryside near Chaponost.
Starting near the aqueduct, you can discover these superb Gallo-Roman remains.
Route of the Gier Aqueduct from Chaponost
10.37 mi
+906 ft
-915 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chaponost (Rhône)
I will take you on a route between Chaponost and Brignais to see some ancient remains of the Gier Aqueduct, built almost 2,000 years ago.
The main difficulty of the route is its relative length.
Loop in the Bois de Serre and Bois de la Lune starting from Charbonnières
6.70 mi
+515 ft
-499 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Charbonnières-les-Bains (Rhône)
Less than 10 km from Lyon, this easy family hike will allow you to discover the wooded valleys of Charbonnières-les-Bains, Dardilly and La Tour-de-Salvagny.
Col de la Croix du Ban and Bois Charnay
4.88 mi
+883 ft
-863 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pollionnay (Rhône)
A pleasant forest route with alternating ascents and descents and some beautiful views of the Monts d'Or.
Streams and Bois de Serres in Écully
6.98 mi
+561 ft
-577 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Écully (Rhône)
Less than 10 km from Lyon, this is an easy walk, allowing you to:
- admire beautiful late 19th-century residences (country houses, known as ‘maisons des champs’, belonging to Lyon silk merchants’ families, often surrounded by gardens or English-style parks)
- the wooded valleys of the Serres and Planches streams, an area designated as a site of outstanding scenic beauty.
Valency via the Col de La Croix du Ban
3.00 mi
+581 ft
-584 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Pollionnay (Rhône)
A short hike to soak up the gentle tranquillity of the Monts du Lyonnais, just 15 km as the crow flies from Place Bellecour (Lyon). This circuit is also very close to the neighbouring towns of Tassin, Craponne, Saint-Genis-les-Ollières and Charbonnières-les-Bains.
You will discover the calm of the forest with its remarkable trees, the tranquillity of small streams and breathtaking views of Lyon. As a bonus, depending on the conditions, you can enjoy views of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
Around the Bois d'Arnaud
3.59 mi
+453 ft
-476 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chaponost (Rhône)
A varied hike (wide path, trail, partly in the woods, partly in the middle of fields), fairly short but with some elevation gain.
Woods and meadows from Larny Chapel
6.91 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,207 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Pollionnay (Rhône)
Larny Chapel is a good starting point for walks in this part of western Lyon. This walk takes you through the rolling meadows at the foot of the Monts du Lyonnais and then through the forests covering these hills. A varied route, mostly shaded and mostly on unpaved paths and tracks.
Tour of Bois de Serre
1.98 mi
+151 ft
-151 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Dardilly (Rhône)
The Bois de Serre loop in Dardilly is an easy, shaded hike. The trail runs alongside a stream and winds through cool, pleasant woodland.
Loop via the Piragoy orientation table from Messimy
5.33 mi
+820 ft
-817 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Messimy (Rhône)
This circuit crosses the meadows and woods of the first foothills of the Monts du Lyonnais. It leads to the Piragoy viewpoint, which offers a view of Messimy and the villages and crops of the Piémont des Monts du Lyonnais, and on a clear day, a beautiful panorama of the Alps and the Pilat Massif.
Walk above Messimy
4.68 mi
+719 ft
-692 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Messimy (Rhône)
Short walk on the edge of the Monts du Lyonnais with a slight climb at the start.
This route can be shortened by a good third (and thus avoid a return trip on the same path) by parking at the Hameau de la Basse Bruyère (1)
The Yzeron Waterfall
13.20 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,329 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Messimy (Rhône)
Starting from Messimy, on the outskirts of Lyon, this circular route takes you to the small Yzeron waterfall, passing through the hilltop village of Chateauvieux, the Py-Froid viewpoint and the dolmen in the Faix woods.
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