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La Chapelle-Villars walks
A viewpoint overlooking the Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
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12.54 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,185 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from La Chapelle-Villars (Loire)
With easy and quick access from the A7 motorway coming from Lyon, La Chapelle-Villars is an ideal starting point for exploring the Pilat Massif. This route takes you to Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez and offers a beautiful view of the Chartreuse from the heights of Sainte-Croix.
Via Mont Ministre
9.72 mi
+2,195 ft
-2,175 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
A very pleasant walk in the Pilat Massif.
Some beautiful panoramic views of the Rhône valley, Crêt de l'Oeillon and Trois Dents.
La Vielle Chapelle via the Col de Grenouze and Col du Pavezin
8.14 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,683 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
A hike in the hills above Chuyer, mostly through woodland, best undertaken in dry weather and to be avoided in strong winds. This hike passes through the Col de Grenouze and the Col du Pavezin, with the option, depending on the weather, to shorten it at the (4) to link directly to the (10).
Pilat hike
17.49 mi
+3,130 ft
-3,143 ft
10h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-Villars (Loire)
Hike in the heart of Pilat, with magnificent panoramic views alternating between the Rhône valley to start with, then the Gier valley and finally the Lyon region in the distance.
Panoramic view of Mont Monnet from the Col de Grenouze
2.50 mi
+512 ft
-512 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-Villars (Loire)
Magnificent panoramic view of the Alps on a clear day. Partially shaded return route through the woods. Somewhat strenuous climb but no technical difficulty.
The Mont Monnet tour
5.40 mi
+791 ft
-801 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-Villars (Loire)
Walk around Mont Monnet on small roads and good paths with views of the Rhône valley.
Short walk starting from Chuyer
4.73 mi
+459 ft
-486 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
A pleasant, easy walk starting from Chuyer cemetery. Panoramic views of Mont Blanc and the Vercors. Lovely views of Mont Pilat. Very rural paths.
Le Crêt de la Magdeleine in Longes
4.67 mi
+673 ft
-692 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Longes (Rhône)
Walk in the hills above Longes with magnificent panoramic views of the Alps, the Pilat massif and the Monts du Lyonnais. Car park with a beautiful table and two magnificent wooden deckchairs from which to admire the Rhône valley and the Alps.
Over ridges and crosses in the Pilat Mountains
14.55 mi
+3,258 ft
-3,245 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
Discover some of the crests and passes, often marked with a cross, on this part of the eastern slope of the Pilat Massif. This large circular route passes through Crêt de Quatregrains, Crêt de Montivert, Croix de Monvieux, Croix du Mazet, Croix du Cerisier, Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, and Crêt de Baronnette.Route change between (3) and (4). See the notices at the bottom of this page.
Tour of Mont Ministre and Mont Monnet
10.10 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,808 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
The hike combines the Odouard and Jean-Jacques Rousseau trails, starting from Chuyer. The first part, to the south-east, on the Odouard trail, offers beautiful views of the Rhône valley. At the Col de Grenouze, the small loop takes you up to Mont Monnet: orientation table, beautiful view in good weather over the valley, the Vercors and the Alps (Mont Blanc). Forest paths then follow the Jean-Jacques Rousseau trail to the Col de Pavezin, and return via the Odouard trail.
From Col de Pavezin to Col de Grenouze via Mont Ministre
5.36 mi
+886 ft
-879 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
The section between ::4:: and ::5:: is impassable due to forestry work (07/2026).A forest walk from one pass to the other via Mont Ministre, offering alternating views of the Pilat massif and the Rhône valley. Along the way, there are several notable sites: the Grotte des Fées and La Vieille Chapelle.There are places to eat at both passes, or you can stop for a picnic at the Col de Grenouze.Take care on the descent along the forest track towards the Vieille Chapelle: it is a narrow, fairly steep path which can be slippery in wet weather.
Circulars in the Pilat from the Col du Pavezin
11.42 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,660 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Chuyer (Loire)
In the footsteps of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Doctor Odouard, a circular eight between the Cols de Pavezin and Doizieu.
The first part leads to the Croix de Montvieux via the ruins of the Château de Bélize and the Crêts des Quatregrains, with a beautiful view of the Pîlât mountains. The second part goes to the Collet de Doizieux via pleasant forest tracks and views of Pélusin and the Rhône valley. The return route passes through the Neufond woods with two beautiful screes and the Baronnette trails.
On the heights of Condrieu, starting from Vérin
8.25 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,030 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Loire
An easy walk in the countryside on the heights around Condrieu. This hike offers beautiful views of the Rhône valley and the Pilat mountains.
Between Vérin and Condrieu
1.53 mi
+243 ft
-243 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Loire
A short walk of just over an hour to pass through the vineyards and enjoy the view over the branch of the Rhône.
The Way of the Cross in Pavezin
9.99 mi
+2,024 ft
-2,034 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Pavezin (Loire)
More than fourteen crosses to discover on this hike around Pavezin.
From Pavezin to the pass via the paved Roman road
3.28 mi
+564 ft
-587 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Pavezin (Loire)
An easy climb to the Col de Pavezin via the pleasant paved Roman road, then through the forest. Return via a scenic path and then along the Couzon stream.
Discover the beech forests in the municipality of Pavezin
6.03 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,109 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Pavezin (Loire)
Most of this hike takes place in beech forests. It is perfect on sunny or windy days. It overlooks the village of Pavezin.
Mont Monnet from Longes
12.18 mi
+2,421 ft
-2,444 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Longes (Rhône)
A very beautiful hike that allows you to discover some very interesting places, especially the beautiful village of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, with magnificent views along the entire route.
From Longe to Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
9.02 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,591 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Longes (Rhône)
Starting from the village of Longes, this hike will take you to the Roches de Marlin site. You will then pass through the former Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez. Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of the Lyon region, the Monts du Lyonnais, the Gier Valley and the Rhône Valley. In good weather, you can even see the Alps.
The Hauts des Roches de Condrieu
7.37 mi
+869 ft
-860 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Les Roches-de-Condrieu (Isère)
Starting from the river port at Les Roches-de-Condrieu, the path will take you from the lake up to the heights overlooking the Rhône valley. At certain points along the route, a bird’s-eye view of the river is sure to catch your eye. In Chonas-l’Amballan, you’ll pass by the foot of a Renaissance-style castle.
Les Roches Saint-Prim Pré Margot
5.08 mi
+778 ft
-751 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Les Roches-de-Condrieu (Isère)
Easy route: Saint-Clair-les-Roches, the village of Saint-Prim, Pré Margot, Les Roches de Condrieu.
Les Six Croix
18.51 mi
+3,123 ft
-3,117 ft
11h 15
Moderate
Departure from Longes (Rhône)
Beautiful day hike in the Pilat Massif (Loire) and around the Couzon Dam.
Starting from Longes, there are many hikes of varying lengths from an altitude of 450m to 1400m (at Cret de la Perdrix) or 1235m (at Cret de l'Oeillon).
Between the plateau and the valley at the start of Les Roches-de-Condrieu
5.45 mi
+791 ft
-771 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Clair-du-Rhône (Isère)
A very pretty little tour that allows you to discover the Rhône Valley and Pilat from a slightly different perspective than usual.
The hike is very accessible, even in bad weather. A good part of it is on tarmac roads.
Loop starting from Croix Régis
6.81 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,106 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Les Haies (Rhône)
This is a hike through the woods in the Pilat massif, best done in dry weather and avoided in strong winds as most of the route is in the woods with few paved roads.
The northern balconies of Pélussin
5.30 mi
+623 ft
-607 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pélussin (Loire)
This short hike is an opportunity to discover the valleys north of the commune of Pélussin, while enjoying numerous views of this beautiful little village (two churches and a castle!), stretching along a ridge that slopes gently down towards the Rhône valley.
You can also enjoy beautiful views of the Pilat peaks (Les Trois Dents, Le Crêt de l'Oeillon).
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