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Duerne walks
Circular Duerne route via Pomeys, Lake Gimond and Aveize
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16.37 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,306 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
A little-used walk on the western slope of the Monts du Lyonnais, more rugged than wooded, where the landscape is open and offers beautiful views throughout the route. From Duerne, the route winds across a plateau, then descends gradually into the Orzon valley before climbing up to Pomeys and crossing a ridge. It descends at a steady gradient into the La Gimond valley and its lake, from where it climbs up to Aveize, then plunges into the Orjolle valley before returning to Duerne.
Fayes to Duerne circular route
3.65 mi
+505 ft
-528 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
A short, easy walk with a few forest paths that will be a welcome respite in hot weather. The small roads taken, outside the village, have little traffic.
From Duerne to Saint Genis l'Argentière and back via Aveize
7.11 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,329 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This circular route starting from Duerne takes you along a few quiet country lanes and numerous forest paths and tracks (around 70%). Beautiful unobstructed views of Montromant, Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière and the Monts du Lyonnais.
Circular route starting from Duerne and passing through Saint-Martin-en-Haut
6.03 mi
+771 ft
-755 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This circular route alternates between easy and more challenging paths, a few forest trails and quiet minor roads.
The Duernoise circular and its Saint-Martinoise circular
6.46 mi
+797 ft
-778 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This route, which alternates between small tarmac roads, open tracks and forest paths, presents no particular difficulties and will take you from Duerne to Aveize and Saint-Martin-en-Haut.
The Brévenne Aqueduct from Duerne
8.38 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,808 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This beautiful circular route from Duerne takes you along well-marked paths and tracks, often shaded, to discover the varied landscapes of this little-known part of the Monts du Lyonnais.
A small stele by the side of the road commemorates the sacrifice of the American pilots who crashed there in 1944.
At the end of the route, before heading back up towards Duerne, you can discover the astonishing remains of the Roman Aqueduct on the Brévenne.
Walk on the hills above Duerne and Aveize
3.47 mi
+489 ft
-476 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This walk, far from the tarmac, alternates between open paths and wooded trails. The section by the orientation table offers a view of the surrounding peaks.
Croix des Brosses circular from Montromant
8.78 mi
+1,824 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montromant (Rhône)
Starting from Montromant (Mont Romain), a beautiful hilly route through woods and forest will take you to the remains of the underground section of the Roman Brévenne aqueduct. Beautiful views of the Monts du Forez, the Monts de Tarare and, from the Croix des Brosses, the Alps and the Pilat Massif.
Aveize circular route via the gentle slopes of the Brévenne valley
17.61 mi
+2,854 ft
-2,877 ft
10h 35
Difficult
Departure from Aveize (Rhône)
This pleasant circular walk in the Brévenne valley takes you through woods and meadows in a little-visited and rather secret area offering beautiful views of the Massif Central and the Monts du Lyonnais. From the hilltop village of Aveize, the route descends to the bottom of the valley and, after meandering along the opposite slope, passes through the charming little village of Meys before crossing the Brévenne and climbing back up to Grézieu-le-Marché and Aveize.
Walk between Rochefort and La Poipe
4.42 mi
+919 ft
-899 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-en-Haut (Rhône)
Combining medieval tourism in Rochefort with a walk in the countryside and forest, allow a good two hours for this pleasant short hike in any season, which partly follows the route of the Way of St James. An hour and a half if you don't climb up to the Crêt.
There are lots of ups and downs, sometimes a little steep but never for too long. Feasible by mountain bike with assistance but not recommended for pushchairs (steps and stones).
Long circular from Saint-Martin-en-Haut
21.02 mi
+3,773 ft
-3,786 ft
12h 55
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-en-Haut (Rhône)
This hike allows you to discover some pleasant and cultural sites near Saint-Martin-en-Haut. The route begins by crossing the leisure park, then passes by the Signal Saint-André viewpoint. It descends into the Artilla valley and climbs back up to Crêt de la Poipe to reach the medieval hamlet of Rochefort, then the village of Duerne. Shortly before Montromant, it runs alongside the Brévenne aqueduct, crosses Duerne and returns to Saint-Martin-en-Haut.
La Madone - Croix de Pars
6.60 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Half-day hike with very varied landscapes. Variations are possible to shorten the route.
The Rochefort to Rontalon loop
8.87 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,778 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-en-Haut (Rhône)
A beautiful circular walk through the varied and undulating landscapes of this part of the Monts du Lyonnais, taking you through the pretty, shady valley of the Bâtie stream and along the Rontalon botanical trail. The route follows an old railroad track from the early twentieth century, before climbing up through a Mediterranean style forest and past some market gardens. End by visiting the medieval village of Rochefort where you can visit the remains of the keep and the chapel.
Tour of the Bois de la Lienne
2.68 mi
+387 ft
-397 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
A walk and exploration of the Bois de Lienne forest.
The Col des Brosses via Monteroux and Pilon
3.84 mi
+564 ft
-587 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Starting from the Plateau d'Yzeron car park, this short hike forms a circular route on the hills above Yzeron.
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.
In the Monts du Lyonnais, starting from Yzeron
9.84 mi
+1,601 ft
-1,608 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Walk in the Monts du Lyonnais with superb views of the Brévenne and Rhône valleys and the Alps in the distance.
Route of the Garon Dam from Yzeron
4.60 mi
+879 ft
-853 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
This route starts at Lac du Ronzey and descends to the dam on the Garon. It takes you along a trail dedicated to local hydrology linked to rural life in the early 20th century.
Forests and meadows around Yzeron
6.53 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 00
Easy
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
This circuit of around ten kilometres will take you to the heights of Yzeron, along fairly unfrequented and sometimes unmarked paths and trails.
Enjoy peace and greenery in the forests and meadows.
Circular route from the Signal de Saint-André starting from La Brosse
3.85 mi
+522 ft
-548 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-en-Haut (Rhône)
A family walk with a steady climb to the summit of the Monts du Lyonnais and beautiful scenery all along the way. Very little tarmac, forest paths and, of course, the impressive view from the Signal de Saint-André footbridge.
The Signal Tower of Saint André starting from Le Rabut
4.93 mi
+669 ft
-682 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-en-Haut (Rhône)
A trip from the hamlet of Rabut, in the commune of Saint-Martin-en-Haut, to the highest point of the Monts du Lyonnais, which is an excellent excuse to enjoy the panoramic views of the mountains, Lyon and the Rhône plain. The area near the signal, designed for enjoying the views, is very well laid out and secure, and allows you to rediscover the environment thanks to the information panels.