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Garon (rivère) walks
Yzeron - Lakes and ridges
Visorando Member
7.73 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Loop trail starting from Yzeron, through varied landscapes. The trail passes around the small dam lake at the foot of Yzeron and then, at the end of the hike, along the Lac d'Yzeron, whose new facilities were inaugurated on 19/07/14.
Le Bas Marjon
8.15 mi
+938 ft
-932 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Soucieu-en-Jarrest (Rhône)
A pleasant half-day walk along paths and through woods with beautiful views of the region.
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.
From orchards to forests in Thurins
5.25 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,033 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
This circular route above Thurins, the raspberry capital, with its many market gardeners, will take you from orchards to shady forests.
This route combines well-shaded forest paths, orchards and local farms. There are a few steep climbs and descents, but none are particularly difficult.
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.
Yzeron - The Crêt de Py Froid
6.17 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,381 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
Varied itinerary: Forest on the climb toward the Crêt de Py Froid then at the start of the descent. The landscape opens out on the descent, becoming more rural. A little walking on the road.
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.
Croix de Mathevière, Thurins Dam, Vallon du Garon in Thurins
6.83 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,407 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
Around the Vallon du Garon, between Yzeron and Thurins, a beautiful circular route allows you to alternate between forest trails and fruit orchards, while enjoying the Thurins Dam for a refreshing break (under the trees, as swimming is prohibited) or a picnic.
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.
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.
Circular Rontalon and Thurins from Saint-Laurent-d'Agny
9.50 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,345 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Agny (Rhône)
Starting from the Saint-Vincent Chapel in the commune of Saint-Laurent-d'Agny, this hike allows you to discover the landscapes of the Monts du Lyonnais foothills, market gardens, orchards, meadows and woods. On a clear day, it also offers beautiful views of the Jura and the Alps.
Vineyards and orchards between Millery and Grigny
6.20 mi
+568 ft
-564 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Millery (Rhône) (Rhône)
A beautiful country walk, mostly in the open. You will discover the local vineyards, walk alongside orchards and enjoy panoramic views of the Rhône valley and the countryside. You will also see horses and pass through part of the wine-growing village of Millery. The route is very well marked (yellow stripes).
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 viewpoints around the raspberry capital
12.41 mi
+2,136 ft
-2,152 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
Thurins, the "raspberry capital", is the starting point for this hike to discover the countryside, forests and viewpoints of the Monts du Lyonnais.
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.
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.
Circular from Yzeron via Croix de Pars, Montromant and the dam.
15.59 mi
+3,320 ft
-3,294 ft
10h 05
Difficult
Departure from Yzeron (Rhône)
Route passing by the imposing statue of the Madonna overlooking Yzeron, the ruins of the Saint-Clair Chapel, the Col de la Croix de Pars, the bucolic Rossand valley, the peaceful and charming little village of Montromant, the Brosses plateau, the dam on the Garon and its reservoir, popular with fishermen.
Circular route from Thurins via the Col de Malval and Yzeron
18.11 mi
+3,323 ft
-3,323 ft
11h 15
Difficult
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
This long but lovely walk takes you through the hills and valleys of the Monts du Lyonnais, passing through woods and meadows. It goes via Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux, the Col de la Croix de Malval, the woods of Courzieux, the ruins of the Chapelle Saint-Clair, the imposing statue of the Madonna, Yzeron, the Bois de la Vourne and the Croix des Barons.
Circular Thurins via Grand-Croix, Les Bruyères and Croix des Barons
10.73 mi
+1,916 ft
-1,913 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Thurins (Rhône)
This lovely hike takes you through the valleys of the Garon and Artilla rivers. From Thurins, the circular route passes through the hamlet of Jaricot and La Grand-Croix before descending to Les Bruyères. It crosses the hamlet of Julin, then crosses the Garon before climbing up the opposite slope. On the ridge, at the Croix des Barons, it swings over to La Burlière, crosses the Artilla and, via the Bois du Bacha, reaches the hamlet of La Grande Côte and then the village of Thurins.