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Irigny walks
The two forts in Irigny
Visorando Member
6.50 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Irigny (Rhône)
A half-day walk with very little elevation gain on the plateau west of Irigny between the Forts de Champvillard and Montcorin, passing through Charly and Vourles.
Islands, Jaricot and Ciselande sandbanks in Vernaison
4.54 mi
+341 ft
-348 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vernaison (Rhône)
This walk will take you through the agricultural plateau and then along the banks of the old Rhône. The restored Jaricot and Ciselande floodplains are home to beavers.
The Observatory and Fort de Lorette around Saint-Genis-Laval
4.71 mi
+341 ft
-348 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Genis-Laval (Rhône)
A circular route that takes you to the Saint-Genis-Laval observatory via the Sacuny plateau and around Fort de Côte-Lorette.
The Sentier de Sacuny trail
3.26 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Genis-Laval (Rhône)
In addition to being a nice hike, this circuit is interesting because throughout the trail signs provide educational information on the fauna and flora, tree species etc. It also helps hikers discover the local agricultural heritage that is everywhere so close to Lyon.
The Île de la Table Ronde and the Ferme du Loup
2.76 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Solaize (Rhône)
Family walk leading to the Ferme du Loup via various observation points overlooking the surrounding nature: river, pond, meadow...
From Solaize to Ternay via Sérézin
7.20 mi
+696 ft
-692 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Solaize (Rhône)
A pleasant walk, without too much elevation gain or paved roads, south of Lyon with varied landscapes and beautiful views of the region.
Golf du Verger circular in Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon
5.34 mi
+387 ft
-367 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon (Rhône)
Easy country walk with a beautiful view of the Alps if visibility is good. Best enjoyed outside of summer as there is little shade.
Paradise houses between Millery and Charly
3.31 mi
+299 ft
-318 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Millery (Rhône) (Rhône)
From the centre of Millery towards the Charly community gardens, the roads are tarmac-surfaced, but you’ll be able to admire the typical houses of Old Lyon, the gardens, the old porches and hidden courtyards, followed by the rural orchards, the nearby pond, other community gardens, the shaded uphill path of Chemin de la Taille Meule and the old streets. Finally, explore the historic centre around the church. If you’re up for a bit of a challenge, why not try to find the three doors?
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).
On the hillside between Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon and Oullins
2.28 mi
+322 ft
-338 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon (Rhône)
An urban walk avoiding roads as much as possible, passing through woodland, along a river and back into woodland. Parking available at the start. Accessible by bus from Oullins. A chance to enjoy some greenery near Lyon and see the Roman siphon bridge at Beaunant. Suitable for children.
18km route to Saint-Symphorien d'Ozon
Association / Club / Walk leader
10.00 mi
+778 ft
-768 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon (Rhône)
A hike starting from Louise Labé in Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon, heading towards the heights of Marennes, around Simandres.
Accessible for disabled sports Val d'Ozon
7.12 mi
+413 ft
-417 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon (Rhône)
Val d'Ozon spring hike for disabled people. 12 km route in the hills above Ternay.
Rural triangle at the start of the Sept Chemins via Taluyers and Orlienas
6.18 mi
+636 ft
-636 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vourles (Rhône)
This is a very pleasant country walk where you can admire the magnificent Priory of Taluyers and stroll past some beautiful villas in Orlienas.
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.
Nature and heritage in Ternay
4.10 mi
+466 ft
-449 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Ternay (Rhône) (Rhône)
Discover Ternay, a Cluniac site located 15 km south of Lyon. You will discover the 23-hectare Grand Clos Park, the Cluniac priory and the Château de La Porte (16th century), only the exterior of which can be visited.
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.
The Rhône floodplains between Grigny and Millery
2.57 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Grigny (Rhône) (Rhône)
This walk connects Grigny to the hillsides of Millery via the banks of the Rhône. The route passes through wooded areas and unspoilt natural landscapes. You’ll discover the educational pond, the pumping station fed by the waters of the Rhône, the floodplains and several small natural beaches along the riverbank. Views of the Rhône valley accompany much of the walk.
The stairs of Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon
6.20 mi
+761 ft
-761 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon (Rhône)
Sainte-Foy is a commune with rugged terrain. To see this for yourself, simply walk up and down the many staircases. So I've put together a short route with six staircases to climb. What could be better? To be done at a leisurely pace or as a trail run.
A lovely tour of Lyon and its hills, taking in both of its hills
10.12 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,161 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Mulatière (Rhône)
This day-long itinerary, featuring an optional but almost obligatory lunch break in a good Lyon restaurant, allows you to explore Lyon from below but, above all, from above, via its two hills, Fourvière and La Croix Rousse. A circular route of 17.8 km or less (15 km) if starting from Saint-Georges. Numerous tourist attractions and notable sites in Lyon line this route, offering a feast for the eyes!
Lyon's painted walls: open-air museum Tony Garnier
2.00 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
Stroll through the Tony Garnier open-air museum. The beautiful buildings of the Cité des États-Unis serve as a backdrop for the architect's plans for his ideal city of Lyon. Other street arts, colorful and symbolist, extrapolate this concept to other countries.
The Ruisseau des Razes
1.14 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon (Rhône)
A short walk through the woods, away from traffic, along the Ruisseau des Razes, on the Chemin des Sources.
Parilly and Saint-Priest Parks
7.72 mi
+180 ft
-171 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
A lovely walk through the parks of south-east Lyon, starting from the Mermoz/Pinel metro station.
Religious heritage of the capital of Gaul
5.39 mi
+456 ft
-463 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
Take a journey through time, from Romanesque architecture to Neo-Byzantine style, via Gothic, of course, and discover the churches of Lyon's 2nd and 5th arrondissements. The itinerary also takes in many other treasures of Lyon's heritage.
Confluence district of Lyon
4.37 mi
+23 ft
-20 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
For several years now, Lyon's Confluence district, in the wake of the construction of the museum, has been undergoing a major transformation. Here, it is invited to discover its new face, where modernity meets history, in the exceptional setting of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.
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.
Heathland and meadows in Montagny
4.38 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Montagny (Rhône) (Rhône)
This is an easy walk, best done in the cool of the evening in summer as it is a very sunny area.
Discovering the village of Taluyers
4.45 mi
+328 ft
-348 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Taluyers (Rhône)
A stroll through the small village of Taluyers. Between paths through fields and vineyards and a detour to the Combe Gibert pond, come and discover one of the many villages of the COPAMO.
Around the Communay mines
4.53 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Communay (Rhône)
Did you know that there are traces of mining activity in Communay (south of Lyon)?
To discover them, follow this easy path. This hike can be done in two stages:
1) around the Sauveur, Baytan, Guérin and Dufélix pits;
2°) around the Espérance shaft headframe (rebuilt by associations linked to the mine) and a small slag heap, now wooded.
A half-nature, half-city walk starting from Lyon Saint-Irénée
7.74 mi
+630 ft
-607 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
Route to be followed using GPS, semi-urban route, not practical with explanations.
Starting from the Fort de Lyon Saint-Just, 500 metres from the Saint Just funicular, this is a half-nature, half-city walk. It passes through several parks and the pretty little Razes valley, followed by a nature trail along the Thiện Minh Pagoda. There is a beautiful view of Lyon and the Alps from the Esplanade Lichfield in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon.
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.
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!
The Greenways and parks of Champvert
2.94 mi
+187 ft
-197 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
This circular route offers maximum greenery and minimum tarmac in an almost 100% urban environment, right in the heart of Lyon. The three green sections are the parks of the 5th arrondissement town hall and La Passerelle, the Champvert Greenway and, finally, an unexpected path along the motorway, above the entrance to the Fourvière tunnel. The asphalt-free section accounts for around 80% of the total, which is rather nice in the middle of the city!
Neighbourhoods and traboules in Lyon
10.60 mi
+1,004 ft
-991 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
Ce circuit permet de découvrir le centre lyonnais ainsi que les quartiers de Fourvière, Vieux-Lyon et Croix-Rousse, avec une descente de Croix-Rousse par quelques traboules.
From Place Bellecour to Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière near the traboules
4.31 mi
+420 ft
-413 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
An easy walk through Lyon via the Saint-Jean district, up to Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière, the Saint-Georges district and, finally, near the traboules, these narrow passages between the houses of the Saint-Jean district (see the websites for guided tours).
A visit to the Roman amphitheatres is included, as well as a stop at the Jardin des Curiosités, a little green gem with one of the most beautiful views of Lyon.
Departure from Place Bellecour.
From Place Bellecour to Parc de la Tête d'Or in Lyon
6.79 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
This route allows you to walk along the banks of the Saône on the way there and the Rhône on the way back.
Along the way, we will enjoy the sights of the peninsula (the writers' wall, the Lyonnais wall, Place des Terreaux, the town hall, the opera house).
Halfway through, we will walk around the Parc de la Tête d'Or.
In the Bois de Saint-Jean in Communay
2.73 mi
+453 ft
-456 ft
1h 40
Moderate
Departure from Communay (Rhône)
A beautiful, quick walk in the heart of the Bois de Saint-Jean in Communay. There are quite a few steep sections in two or three places. Despite the proximity of the A46 motorway, you will feel far away from civilisation during this walk.
Around Saint-Laurent d'Agny
10.38 mi
+781 ft
-810 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Taluyers (Rhône)
A day's hike along pleasant wooded paths around Saint-Laurent d'Agny with a break in front of the superb chapel dedicated to Saint Vincent, the patron saint of winegrowers.
Green spaces in the eastern suburbs of Lyon
6.66 mi
+43 ft
-46 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bron (Rhône)
A pleasant walk in Bron, alternating between streets and parks.
The most beautiful views of Lyon from Fourvière and Croix-Rousse
7.83 mi
+823 ft
-827 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
Starting from the Basilica of Fourvière (or Place Bellecour), the route allows you to enjoy the most beautiful views of the city.
You will pass by many of Lyon's must-see churches, monuments and theatres. You will climb up to Croix-Rousse through almost all of the traboules (covered passageways) on the hill. A truly peaceful route with virtually no cars.
Walk in the woods from the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Limon
3.61 mi
+528 ft
-531 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Communay (Rhône)
Walk in the woods recommended in hot, dry weather. A few viewpoints, particularly of the Alps on a clear day. The paths are well maintained but the woods are much less so; they have something of an end-of-the-world feel to them.
Four valleys around Marennes
7.42 mi
+942 ft
-942 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Marennes (Rhône) (Rhône)
A walk mainly on paths, along the Fausse, Charoin, Les Endiennes and Noyon valleys between Marennes and Villette-de-Vienne.
Urban walk in Lyon Croix Rousse: its slopes and plateau
6.37 mi
+449 ft
-436 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Lyon (Rhône)
The aim of the route is to stroll through a few streets in the city of Lyon, between the north of the Presqu'île (Place des Terreaux) and the plateau of the Colline de la Croix-Rousse, while enjoying beautiful views (on the Rhône and Saône sides) at times.
Flassieux loop
4.43 mi
+407 ft
-394 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chaponnay (Rhône)
From the 19th-century Romanesque church of Saint-Barthélémy to the Bois du Recours, this pleasant short walk offers magnificent views of Lyon, its mountains and the snow-capped Alps in fine weather.
La Vaure
8.12 mi
+732 ft
-741 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chassagny (Rhône)
This is a pleasant walk around Chassagny and Montagny, passing the Château de Chassagny and the Château de La Vaure, as well as a pretty footbridge over the Mornantet.
On the heights of Tholomé in Chaponnay
3.96 mi
+361 ft
-358 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Chaponnay (Rhône)
Walk with several panoramic views of the Lyon region and diverse landscapes.
No difficulty except for the small Vernatel ravine at the end of the route.
A surprise awaits hikers and pickers on the last section in spring, but shhh...
The Bois de Saint-Jean, starting from Chuzelles
6.04 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,004 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chuzelles (Isère)
A walk starting from Chuzelles, heading towards the woods of Saint-Jean on the heights of the commune of Simandres; the stroll through the woods will allow you to enjoy nature and the peace and quiet. Halfway along the route, you can visit Notre-Dame de Limon, situated on the ancient Via Domitia, a Romanesque chapel dating fromthe 12th century.
Route around Saint-Genis-les-Ollières
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.
The Combes de Givors
7.46 mi
+978 ft
-978 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Givors (Rhône)
Hike in the valleys between Givors and Echalas, in unspoilt countryside just a stone's throw from a large town.
The Givors valleys and the Echalas plateau (long version)
11.51 mi
+1,775 ft
-1,755 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Givors (Rhône)
A walk between Givors and Echalas, mostly through woods and along wild valleys. Although close to the town, this walk remains very natural before reaching the plateau.
Bonnevay – Feyssine – Les Brotteaux
5.93 mi
+23 ft
-56 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Villeurbanne (Rhône)
Easy walk.
Public transport is available nearby at the start and along the second part of the route, allowing you to shorten or extend this walk.
Le Taillis de Mure and the Illins Chapel
7.14 mi
+676 ft
-646 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Villette-de-Vienne (Isère)
This is an unpretentious walk. It alternates between different landscapes (countryside, forest) and surfaces (gravel paths, small asphalt roads). If the weather is clear, you will have many views of the surrounding peaks. There are two small hills (not too steep) to keep you in shape.
Longer route via Château d'Illins from Villette-de-Vienne
6.86 mi
+656 ft
-715 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villette-de-Vienne (Isère)
A lovely walk, mainly through woodland above Villette de Vienne, climbing up to the Col de Bel Air. This walk is very pleasant in hot weather. It offers a beautiful view of the Alps and the Pilat.
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.