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Lompnas walks
Plateau des Charmilles, Grotte de la Jaquette
Visorando Member
5.98 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,125 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lompnas (Ain)
A beautiful hike, fairly well marked in blue with directional signs (sometimes a little faded), between 630 and 900 metres above sea level, easy, mostly on good, well-shaded paths. On very clear days, there are views of the snow-capped Alps and the villages of Marchand and Cerin. For flower lovers, between May and July, there are martagon lilies, orchids, snowdrops and erythronium. And for those who like the cool air, they can go to the Grotte de la Jaquette cave near the path.
Cerin lake, fossil quarry, Chosas and Brive waterfalls
9.84 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,507 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Marchamp (Ain)
Circuit of the Chosas and Brive waterfalls, starting from Marchamp via the Lac de Cérin, the fossil quarry, the Palaeoecological Museum via the "sur les traces des carriers" (in the footsteps of the quarry workers) trail and the old mills.
Luizet waterfalls and Gouffre de la Morgne cave starting from Ordonnaz
11.93 mi
+2,001 ft
-1,982 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
This hike requires a good level of stamina and starts from a pleasant little village in the lower Bugey region. After walking along the Ruisseau de la Gouille stream, you can admire the Luizet No. 1 waterfall and then, through the Bois d'Arella forest, you will reach a plateau dotted with daffodils in spring. These heights offer beautiful views of the villages of Onglas, Bénonces and Serrières de Briord. The main waterfall of Luizet and the Gouffre de la Morgne will enhance the rest of your hike.
Brive circuit from Cerin
5.68 mi
+1,545 ft
-1,539 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Marchamp (Ain)
Starting from Cerin, this mainly wooded marked trail takes you through several valleys with streams offering several waterfall passages. After rainy weather, the waterfalls are magnificent but the ground is then more slippery.
Le Mollard de Don from Ordonnaz
6.86 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
A short, easy hike starting from a pleasant little village in the lower Bugey region. Le Molard de Don is the highest point in this region of Bugey, at an altitude of 1,218 metres. This walk offers beautiful views of the Burbanche valley, the Rhône valley and the Ain plain. The return journey takes you through a picturesque little valley where the Brune stream meanders.
Caves, streams, waterfalls and chasms starting from Ordonnaz.
14.64 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,562 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
This hike, starting from Ordonnaz, will take you on a journey of discovery through beautiful natural surroundings and caves. Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of the villages of Marchamp and Cerin. You will pass through the village of Lompnas, then the Gros Pertuis stream. You will enjoy the potholes and the magnificent Brive waterfall. Finally, you will pass by the remains of the past, old mills, and end up at the Morgne chasm.
The Crêt tour in Ordonnaz
5.47 mi
+738 ft
-764 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Ordonnaz (Ain)
This is a short, easy hike, suitable for families, starting from a pleasant little village in the lower Bugey region. On a clear day, the heights of Crêt offer beautiful views of Mont Blanc and the Burbanche valley. At the end of the walk, you can enhance your hike by visiting the small village church (12th century) and admiring its Sully lime tree (planted in 1601).
The Three Rivers Trail starting from Bénonces
5.65 mi
+922 ft
-912 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Bénonces (Ain)
This trail allows you to discover the three rivers: the Tréfond, the Arodin and the Perna(z), the biodiversity of the site, and its geological and heritage riches, explained by six information panels.
Brive Waterfall - Lake Ambléon - Le Tantanet circular from Millieu
16.83 mi
+3,586 ft
-3,566 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
A very varied and hilly route with many beautiful trails through the woods. The climb up the Brive valley is absolutely beautiful. The visit to the lithographic limestone quarries is very well signposted on site.
The ridge section of theGR®59will satisfy those who still have energy in their legs.
Mostly shaded or covered, making it ideal in hot weather.
Circular via Chateland, Rochers de la Cra and Croix de Cuny
6.91 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,542 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bénonces (Ain)
This circular at the edge of the Bugey is accessible in all seasons, including in the snow, given its low altitude. It offers several viewpoints over the Rhône Valley and the "Vallée Bleue", the peaks of the Bugey, Chartreuse, Vercors, Belledonne and Bauges further away...
The Tour of the Innimond Plateau
3.05 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Innimond (Ain)
Family hike on the Innimond plateau to discover a magnificent panorama of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
From Innimond to Ordonnaz in a circular
12.13 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,736 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Innimond (Ain)
I suggest a lovely walk between Innimond and Ordonnaz along the ridges (Mont Pela, Le Grand Pertuis and Le Mollard de Don), then across plateaus between forests and meadows. Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the Alps.
The ridge loop at Innimond
5.12 mi
+912 ft
-912 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Innimond (Ain)
Passing over the Cols du Grand and Petit Pertuis, you'll be amazed by this route along the ridges, which offers 360° views of the Alps, Massif Central and Jura. An easy hike for regular walkers.
Circular around Lhuis, between Milieu and Ansolin
9.13 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,460 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
This 15 km circular route around Lhuis will take you along an old tramway, overlooking a beautiful pond, following typical streams, observing a resurgence and crossing a scree slope. Several viewpoints over the Rhône and its valley, the Creys nuclear power plant and the Tentanet mountain make this hike very attractive.
The Tentanet Mountain
9.08 mi
+2,657 ft
-2,638 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
Climb to the summit of Montagne de Tentanet from Lhuis via theGR®59on good hiking trails.
Route around Armix in the Bugey
7.40 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,188 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Armix (Ain)
Here is a short route in the Bugey with a ridge route, which can be done out of season (autumn-winter, for example), if necessary in half a day.
Circular in the Étangs de Mepieu Regional Nature Reserve
6.97 mi
+135 ft
-131 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Creys-Mépieu (Isère)
A beautiful, relatively easy walk along roads and paths, allowing you to discover the flora, fauna and habitat of this regional nature reserve. No major difficulties apart from a steady climb in the middle of the route.
A review dated 17/04/23 indicates that a section is now private (6), but it is possible that the marked trail has been diverted or that the hiker was unable to find the path due to construction work. We would appreciate it if anyone passing through the area could confirm or deny this.
The ridges of Innimont
13.35 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,546 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-les-Paroisses (Ain)
A beautiful, long climb on a good path to the Col du Grand Pertuis, followed by the superb ridge trail. Then a challenging downhill section to Innimont and a gentler one back down to Appregnin.
Circular Calvaire de Portes starting from Charvieux
11.67 mi
+2,333 ft
-2,300 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Conand (Ain)
A lovely circular path that climbs up to Calvaire de Portes and its orientation table, which offers one of the most extensive panoramic views in the region, from Mont Blanc to the Cévennes.
In the heart of the vineyard’s vineyards, starting from the hamlet of Le Poulet
4.15 mi
+410 ft
-400 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
Starting from Domaine Trichon, this route allows you to explore most of its organically farmed vineyards. Setting off from the winery, walk past the pond and head into the woods and vineyards. This route intersects with two other walks starting from the estate: the ‘Walk through the Heart of Our Bubbles’ to begin with, and the ‘Promenade de son Altesse’ to continue.
His Highness’s Walk to the Domaine de Trichon in Lhuis
3.25 mi
+463 ft
-436 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lhuis (Ain)
Starting from the Domaine Trichon, you head down past the cellar, along the pond, and immerse yourself in the woods and the estate’s organic vineyard. This route forms a fairly easy circular route. There is a descent and an ascent that are a little more challenging, but if you take the time to observe and admire your surroundings, you’ll find nothing but benefits!
Around Poleyrieu
5.40 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Creys-Mépieu (Isère)
Walk around the hamlet of Poleyrieu. The route starts at a quarry and climbs gently through woods and meadows to the hamlet of Poleyrieu, with views of the mountains from Bugey to Chartreuse. In the distance, you can see the Belledonne mountain range. On the way back, it passes through woods, without any clearly visible trail (GPS or Visorando app useful) to reach a wild pond, the Étang Flocarde. It returns via the Devin plain.
Crêt Saint-Martin and Crêt de Pont
11.99 mi
+2,835 ft
-2,825 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Souclin (Ain)
A circular route around the small village of Soudon, best done on a sunny day as the route is almost entirely through woodland. A pleasant hike in warm weather but best avoided in the rain as some steep sections will be difficult to negotiate.
The Arandas mountain
3.61 mi
+240 ft
-213 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Arandas (Ain)
A short, easy hike in this little paradise in the Bugey.
Circular route between Conand and Arandas, Mortier cross and Cra viewpoint
6.40 mi
+1,463 ft
-1,444 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from Conand (Ain)
This circular walk takes you deep into the mountainous Bugey region, which is often easy going but can be very rugged in places. The final descent of this walk is very difficult and is only suitable for experienced walkers who are not afraid of heights. It is recommended that you use GPS for the end of the walk, from Arandas.
The Conzieu lake tour
7.06 mi
+1,096 ft
-1,096 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Conzieu (Ain)
Hike around the Conzieu Lakes, visible from the heights, and Lac de Crotel, which cannot be seen. The hike takes place on good paths and a few steep trails. Spring or autumn in dry weather is preferable, as the few difficult passages can become slippery.
Remarkable sites, villages and natural areas starting from Sault-Brenaz
11.25 mi
+2,329 ft
-2,323 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sault-Brénaz (Ain)
This hike allows you to visit the archaeological site of Colombier, enjoy pretty little villages and remarkable views (Croix du Grassonnet), discover the Grange Mignaval in the undergrowth and then, in a wild setting, an unusual old tuff quarry, observe magnificent little waterfalls, natural jacuzzis on the Crot au Gay and Rhéby streams, and get up close to the Demoiselles de Villebois, pretty rock formations.
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From La Bourbellière to the Sérémond viewpoint
4.19 mi
+581 ft
-571 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Thézillieu (Ain)
This is a shorter alternative to the Belvédère de Sérémont snowshoe walk, which starts from Thézillieu and often follows thePR® trail marked in yellow and red, though not always.
The walk is easy and pleasant in hot weather. It starts at La Bourbellière after Thézillieu; there is little tarmac, and it follows forest tracks and paths that are often shaded.
The panoramic view from the belvedere is well worth a visit.
Tour of the Hostiaz plateau
8.42 mi
+1,857 ft
-1,857 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Hostiaz (Ain)
Tour of the Hostiaz plateau and its viewpoints along the ridges and cliffs.
The Montagne de Tentanet circular loop, via the Roman staircase
6.59 mi
+2,244 ft
-2,215 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Conzieu (Ain)
This circular route can be completed in almost any season, starting from Conzieu, which allows you to climb up to the ridge via the Escalier Romain. The ascent is along the north-west ridge, and the return route takes a detour to the west to return to Lac de Crotel. The route is wooded, but there are several viewpoints overlooking the Alps or the Rhône Valley.
Brénaz – Fay – La Roche de l’Église
9.36 mi
+2,247 ft
-2,234 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Sault-Brénaz (Ain)
A very beautiful walk. A section, mostly shaded, along the cliff overlooking the Rhône, offers clearings with views of the river, the castles of Vertrieu and the Lyon conurbation. The two highest points of the hike (760 m), at the Rochettes antennas or the paragliding launch site and at the Roche de l’Église promontory, offer stunning views of the Rhône, the Vallée Bleue and the Alps. You’ll also enjoy some lovely sections through the woodland.
Sérémont viewpoint
8.40 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,230 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Thézillieu (Ain)
A circular route where you’ll probably be all alone in the world, sheltered from the wind in the woods.
A lovely view from the Sérémont viewpoint if the weather is on your side.
The route isn’t technically difficult, but bear in mind the distance. You can easily shorten or lengthen the walk, as there are plenty of paths.
The Golet d'Ars
6.20 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,171 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cleyzieu (Ain)
Perfect for hot days as it is very shady under beautiful high-altitude coniferous and deciduous forests (between 625 and 920 metres above sea level), on trails and good forest paths through the beautiful landscapes of the Bugey, offering a wide panorama of the cliff. In autumn, you can pick blackberries, hazelnuts and walnuts along the way.