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The Veyle and Dombes Lakes Circular Tour in Lent
Visorando Member
5.79 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lent (Ain)
The village of Lent lies on the edge of the Dombes region. This route takes you on a tour of several ponds, where you can spot herons, ducks and other wildlife. The route ends along the River Veyle.
Léchères Pond
Tourist office
4.99 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Paul-de-Varax (Ain)
An easy route that takes you past the many ponds of the Dombes. Bring your binoculars.
Vieux Jonc route
3.46 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Paul-de-Varax (Ain)
This walk takes you past the many ponds of the Dombes and crosses the Vieux Jonc twice.
Family walk around Saint-Rémy
Association / Club / Walk leader4.66 mi
+108 ft
-108 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Rémy (Ain)
A short family walk with little elevation gain, on roads and paths through the woods, allowing you to walk around the village of Saint-Rémy.
Circuit of the 11 lakes in the Dombes
7.38 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nizier-le-Désert (Ain)
This walk takes you through typical Dombes landscapes such as ponds, fields and copses. There are many ponds to see, making this route particularly interesting. Remember to bring your binoculars.
Visit the beautiful little town of Bourg-en-Bresse
2.68 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Bourg-en-Bresse (Ain)
Discover the medieval town of Bourg-en-Bresse. Tour the streets to admire the well-preserved half-timbered houses. Plaques on the remarkable façades explain their history.Departure from the car park of the Monastery of Brou, a remarkable building that is definitely worth a visit.
The Tossiat–Saint-Martin-du-Mont route
7.86 mi
+817 ft
-810 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Tossiat (Ain)
A route that can be done in a morning, without having to get up early, for a bit of exercise. You’ll still start with a 30-minute climb, pushing your bike, unless you’re a pro. After that, it’s heaven: flat or downhill. Sixty per cent of the route is through the cool, shaded forest.
Visit above Saint-Martin-du-Mont
6.38 mi
+591 ft
-600 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Mont (Ain)
Start from the car park of the multi-purpose hall in Saint-Martin-du-Mont. The trail winds its way around the Bois de la Cha woods, passing through Gravelle and Soblay.
Around Journans
3.40 mi
+610 ft
-594 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Journans (Ain)
A beautiful walk in the hills above Journans, accessible to all via roads or good paths.
The Journans Mountain and the Petits Lapins clearing
2.71 mi
+630 ft
-620 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Journans (Ain)
A loop via the Reyssouze mill, the Journans hill and the Petits Lapins clearing with its climbing wall.
Best done on foot for a stroll or by running for the more athletic.
Mont Rignat and the springs of the Reyssouze
4.50 mi
+823 ft
-823 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Journans (Ain)
A beautiful loop passing through a small, easy, unobstructed peak offering a wide panorama of the Bugey, the Bresse plain, the Beaujolais mountains and the Lyon region. The springs of the Reyssouze reward us at the end of the hike.
Loop in the Montagne Noire starting from Revonnas
5.62 mi
+892 ft
-889 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Revonnas (Ain)
Walk in the Revermont between Revonnas and Ceyzériat via the Montagne Noire. Beautiful view of the plain and, to finish, a detour to the Ceyzériat waterfall.
La Vallière route
3.47 mi
+351 ft
-351 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Ceyzériat (Ain)
A lovely route that will take you to discover the various fountains of Ceyzeriat, as well as its wash house and, of course, its beautiful waterfall with its streams.
Five mountain passes starting from Ceyzeriat on a road bike
26.92 mi
+2,369 ft
-2,356 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Ceyzériat (Ain)
A route through the Revermont for hill climbers. Two magnificent ridge roads on this route, suitable for any fit cyclist.
Ponds and Notre Dame des Dombes Abbey
10.65 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Plantay (Ain)
I had wanted to walk through this flat countryside with its multitude of ponds for a long time. I suggest this route, which starts at Notre-Dame des Dombes Abbey. It will take you past some beautiful ponds and local farms. Depending on the season, you will be accompanied by the songs of a multitude of birds. Frogs will jump out of the water as you pass by and curious cows will come to meet you.
The Étang des Benonnières at the start of the Pont de Jugnon
3.59 mi
+49 ft
-52 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
A pleasant little walk in the Bois de Teyssonge to reach the Étang des Benonnières.
The Plantay Tower
4.03 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Plantay (Ain)
A hike that combines nature and heritage, with beautiful panoramic views, ponds and the Plantay Tower.
The Bois de Chassagne
9.41 mi
+187 ft
-187 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chalamont (Ain)
A hike with a variety of points of interest: traditional farms, ponds, fields and forest.
The Bois de Teyssonge
7.07 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
A family walk through the Bois de Teyssonge, along shaded forest paths and through countryside scenery. The route passes near the Étang des Benonnières. A pleasant walk whatever the season.
No particular difficulties; the path is very pleasant, although it may be muddy in several places in wet weather.
Cuiron, Ramasse and Les Conches from Jasseron
7.78 mi
+1,381 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
Starting from Jasseron, a climb through the forest leads to the Cuiron viewpoint (view over the Bourg plain), which then drops down to the Ramasse valley and on to the village. From there, a good path climbs up to the Chapelle des Conches and its panoramic views before returning to Jasseron. There are a few possible variations to enhance the route.
The Castles around Jasseron
9.08 mi
+794 ft
-784 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
A hike with various viewpoints, offering views of the Calvaire de Sanciat, the Col de France and various castles.
The route combines tarmac, dirt and stony paths.
Tour of the Drom Valley
8.37 mi
+1,457 ft
-1,437 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ramasse (Ain)
I suggest you take a circular route in the Drom valley area, which is unusual in that it has no surface watercourses. After passing through the villages of Ramasse and Drom, the route climbs to a few hills, notably around the Chapelle de Notre-Dame des Conches, offering some lovely views.
