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The Brou departmental forest
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5.60 mi
+1,184 ft
-1,184 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Dième (Rhône)
This is a large loop offering several views of the Lyon area and, on a clear day, even Mont Blanc and the Alps. You will also discover the Beaujolais des Pierres Dorées (Oingt, Le Bois d'Oingt, Moirée, etc.) and part of the Tarare Mountains. No major difficulties to expect, the route passes along forest tracks, trails and a small section of tarmac (D629, very little traffic).
Circular hike in the Chamelet woods
8.12 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,699 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chamelet (Rhône)
A lovely, easy walk through the woods above Chamelet.
Croix Papin and Montoux from Le Badier
5.68 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,056 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Létra (Rhône)
A relatively short walk combining a pretty path along a stream and a beautiful ridge trail. Completed in two hours at a brisk pace in cold weather.
Crêt Courrier and Rebaisselet Stream
7.88 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,453 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Létra (Rhône)
The main attraction of this hike is the long path that follows the Ruisseau de Rebaisselet stream for 5 km. The first part climbs through vineyards and small woods, then the path plunges into the Ruisseau de Rebaisselet valley. Yves Duteil's song will come to mind and stay with you, as there are many small wooden bridges to cross from one bank to the other. This is a little-used route with the option of extending it to the Col du Joncin.
"Alongside Aëdan" circular in Saint-Just-d'Avray
5.97 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,175 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Just-d'Avray (Rhône)
This walk, entitled "Alongside Aëdan", is a circular route starting from Saint-Just-d'Avray. This route offers you the chance to explore the area around the village and enjoy the countryside as well as some magnificent views.
Brou Forest in Ternand
7.05 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,335 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ternand (Rhône)
This loop, starting from the old village of Ternand, winds its way through the vineyards of the Beaujolais region and the deep Brou forest.
The circuit begins with a visit to the pretty medieval village of Ternand.
The route follows small roads and easy paths and offers beautiful views of the surrounding Beaujolais mountains, from Létra to Oingt.
From Vieux Ternand to the chapel of Ronzière
3.36 mi
+614 ft
-607 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Ternand (Rhône)
This route allows you to discover Old Ternand, a superb medieval fortified village perched on a peak. Halfway along the route, you can admire the Ronzière chapel and the adjoining property before passing by a pond with water lilies. This route can complement the very interesting circular Heritage Loop through Ternand, Saint-Paule and Saint-Laurent d'Oingt. Starting from Old Ternand allows you to visit it at your leisure after the hike. You can spot this rocky peak in the distance if you go on other hikes in the area.
Heritage circular through Ternand, Sainte-Paule and Saint-Laurent d'Oingt
6.99 mi
+1,417 ft
-1,417 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ternand (Rhône)
This hike allows you to see and visit the Pierres Dorées heritage sites in the villages of Ternand, Sainte-Paule and Saint-Laurent-d'Oingt. The medieval part of Ternand is not included in this hike.
The Mont des Salles loop starting from Les Sauvages
7.76 mi
+1,358 ft
-1,358 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Les Sauvages (Rhône)
This circuit with pleasant trails allows us to admire views of Amplepuis and its surroundings, the Château de Rochefort and splendid views of the Monts du Lyonnais, Tarare and its surroundings. Not to be missed.
Following work to install wind turbines, the French Hiking Federation has significantly modified the route at point (8) to divert theGR®7. I have redrawn the route as indicated by the FFR, so please follow this modification to complete the circuit.
Golden stones and country lanes from Sainte-Paule
8.43 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,299 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Paule (Rhône)
Through the rolling countryside, the walk follows the red-and-yellow or yellow signposts and takes us through Oingt, a pretty medieval village with golden-hued stone buildings, a Romanesque church and numerous craft shops. The walk mainly follows paths, tracks and quiet country lanes, apart from the D116, which you’ll need to walk alongside and then cross after the descent from the Col du Chêne. The walk ends with a steep climb… so save a bit of energy for the end.
Around Saint-Loup
6.35 mi
+856 ft
-856 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Loup (Rhône) (Rhône)
A stroll around the magnificent village of Saint-Loup.
Loop in the Cantinière Departmental Forest from Le Châtoux
7.75 mi
+1,171 ft
-1,152 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Paule (Rhône)
A beautiful walk in the Cantinière Departmental Forest.
A loop hike from col du Chatoux in the Haut Beaujolais region
9.05 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,129 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Paule (Rhône)
From Col du chatoux (or col du Chêne), this hike goes through woods along the ridge line offering wonderful views:
-over the Saône and eastern Beaujolais valleys
- over Azergues Valley to the west.
Between the Châtoux and the Joncin mountain passes
5.17 mi
+709 ft
-715 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ville-sur-Jarnioux (Rhône)
A scenic walk between the mountain passes of Col du Châtoux and Col du Joncin.
Tour of Lac des Sapins
2.80 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
A circular loop around Lac des Sapins, taking about an hour and presenting no difficulties, allowing you to admire the lake from a perfectly maintained path.
Loop around Grandris
4.79 mi
+853 ft
-876 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Grandris (Rhône)
This loop will take you over hill and dale around Grandris. Don't miss: The memorial to the woodcutters who lost their lives in the storm of 1999 near the hospital and, a little further on, when you reach the calvary, you can admire the whole valley and the village before setting off on a series of picturesque little paths.
The Crêt de la Sarre circular route starting from Grandris
3.98 mi
+863 ft
-863 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Grandris (Rhône)
This circular route opposite Grandris will take you from meadow to meadow and through woodland, offering numerous panoramic views of the village and its surroundings. It is possible to combine this circular route with another, as the section from (7) to (11) is shared by both.
Loop above La Nuizière starting from Le Chollet
3.46 mi
+495 ft
-512 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
This short loop will take you to the heights of La Nuizière, passing isolated farms (Bert, Le Chollet, Giraud) and crosses (Nuizière, Aliziers and Bert), between dirt tracks and small country roads.
Medieval walk in the Beaujolais region
4.87 mi
+633 ft
-646 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Oingt (Rhône)
This loop takes you on a journey of discovery through an original and unique area, shaped by yellow ochre limestone, before you stroll through the medieval village of Oingt, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", with its golden stone houses welcoming artists and craftsmen. The village enjoys an exceptional view over the Azergues valley.
Lac des Sapins in Cublize
10.21 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,424 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
Hike near a beautiful lake that is very popular in summer (with a beach, water sports, horse riding centre, tree climbing, etc.) and in the Mollières woods.
Cublize circular route via the Croix du Gravillon
Local authority
4.29 mi
+787 ft
-787 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
This route is one of three offered by the municipality of Cublize. It allows you to explore the eastern side of the municipality. It is signposted with two blue lines. This is Route C.
Route around Saint-Marcel-l'Éclairé
2.98 mi
+466 ft
-472 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Marcel-l'Éclairé (Rhône)
This circular route of almost 5 km allows you to discover the heights of Saint-Marcel-l'Éclairé and enjoy the view over the entire valley. The paths at the edge of the forest are very pleasant.
La Croix du Villard and Col de la Cambuse from Meaux-la-Montagne
3.85 mi
+548 ft
-554 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Meaux-la-Montagne (Rhône)
This loop starts in the village of Meaux-la-Montagne and follows roads and paths that take you to the peaks of La Nuizière via the Col de la Cambuse, the Croix du Villard and the Croix de la Nuizière, through fields and pine forests.
Meaux-la-Montagne. 7.5km route
4.45 mi
+725 ft
-745 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Meaux-la-Montagne (Rhône)
A peaceful walk through the forest and meadows around Meaux-la-Montagne.
Loop around the villages starting from Bois d'Oingt
7.63 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,325 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Le Bois-d'Oingt (Rhône)
Starting from the village of Bois-d'Oingt, this loop allows you to visit the villages of Oingt, Theizé and Moiré, passing through
Woods and vineyards in a beautiful landscape.
Forests and moors of the Haut Beaujolais
7.58 mi
+1,611 ft
-1,611 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cyr-le-Chatoux (Rhône)
A beautiful, fairly wild loop starting from the charming village of Saint-Cyr-le-Chatoux, on a pass between Villefranche-sur-Saône and the Azergues valley.
The trails are mainly in the forest with plenty of shade. A complete change of scenery.
Beautiful unobstructed views from the moors at the top of the Bois des Allemands.
Route du Pin Bouchain, Amplepuis, Cublize, Col du Pilon les Sauvages
20.97 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,293 ft
11h 40
Difficult
Departure from Les Sauvages (Rhône)
On this route, you’ll enjoy splendid scenery: the Forêt du Roannais plain and its hills, the Monts de Tarare and Monts du Lyonnais along theGR®7, and Rochefort Castle to your right, plus a section along parts of the Route Napoléon.
A challenging route due to its length and elevation gain. See the ‘Practical Information’ section.
La Tête de Cochon starting from the Col du Pin Bouchain
10.98 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,926 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Les Sauvages (Rhône)
A magnificent hike around the countryside of Machézal and Amplepuis. The views of the Roanne and Haut-Beaujolais regions are breathtaking.
Loop starting from Joux
8.89 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,624 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Joux (Rhône)
I recommend this hike when nature is waking up in mid-April, to enjoy the green meadows and bright yellow dandelions. There are unobstructed views over much of the route. The ridge offers beautiful views of the Loire and Rhône departments. Picnics by the pond are very enjoyable and peaceful. The return trail near the river (Turdine) is very wild and quiet.
Cublize Azur Nord route
9.34 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,686 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-de-Reins (Rhône)
Northern part of the Cublize Azure Route; take thePR®®7ato complete the circular route. A peaceful walk through the woods, far from the hustle and bustle of Lac des Sapins. View of Magny Castle, which belonged to Vauban's brother, and, on a clear day, the Alps, including Mont Blanc.
Circular Ponts Tarrets starting from Sarcey
6.04 mi
+656 ft
-653 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Sarcey (Rhône) (Rhône)
Depart from Sarcey opposite the church, taking the Voie du Tacot to Ponts Tarrets, then head towards Le Breuil to return to Sarcey. A very pleasant and easy walk.
Circular loop in the Forêt de la Pyramide
5.37 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,214 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lamure-sur-Azergues (Rhône)
Despite the short distance, this circular route is quite challenging: there are significant elevation changes and steep gradients. The reward: superb panoramic views and vantage points!
Caution! A steep section at (8)