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Dolmen (Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux) walks
The Circuit around Py Froid
Visorando Member
7.92 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,017 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
A very nice circuit around the Monts du Lyonnais to explore the climbing area at Py Froid.
The Dolmen path
3.04 mi
+784 ft
-778 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux (Rhône)
This path is very pleasant in the Autumn, with a magnificent view of the monts d'Or, Lyon and the Rhone valley.
This route can be extended in the direction of Yzeron or Thurin.
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On the heights of Yzeron
9.66 mi
+1,880 ft
-1,890 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux (Rhône)
Discover the surroundings of the village of Yzeron, starting from the valley.
From Lac du Ronzey to Crêt du Py Froid, via the Garon Dam
10.04 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,749 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Starting from the pleasant shores of Lac de Ronzey, this hike takes you to its highest point, Crêt du Py Froid, passing by a dolmen and the Châteauvieux chapel. Finally, your steps will lead you to the dam on the Garon. Magnificent panoramic views of the Mont du Lyonnais and the city of Lyon will accompany you throughout your journey.
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.
Author’s note: This description was written some time ago. Please check reviews and makeuse of the Visorando app
The Yzeron valley from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux
5.80 mi
+997 ft
-1,024 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux (Rhône)
A long walk through the forest and across fields on either side of the Yzeron valley. Quite a few small climbs and descents, some of which are a little steep (at least one climb is too difficult for mountain bikers)
Moderator's rating The section between (8) and (9) is no longer accessible. See reviews (22/03/2022) for an alternative
Izeron circular via Saint-Laurent de Vaux
7.70 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,752 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
A very pleasant hike in the Monts du Lyonnais. You will enjoy magnificent panoramic views throughout the route.
Circular Thurins via Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux and Yzeron
14.33 mi
+2,795 ft
-2,772 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
Located in the Monts du Lyonnais, this circular route runs mainly through the woods of the Yzeron and Garon valleys. From Thurins, the trail climbs the hill separating the two valleys and descends to Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux. It climbs back up to the source of the Garon via Châteauvieux and Yzeron, then through the woods to Thurins. Along the route, take some time to visit the dolmen and chapel in Châteauvieux.