Miribel Jonage Park

A beautiful winter walk in a park entirely dedicated to leisure activities.
Please note: Several reports indicate that it is not possible to walk around the lake

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 10.68 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 05 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 5 m
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    Descent: - 5 m

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    Highest point: 179 m
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    Lowest point: 170 m

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Description of the walk

Departure from the "Capitainerie" car park.

(S) Head north and cross the dyke.

(1) At the intersection, turn right and continue along the path, keeping alongside the riverbank.

(2) Go down the path along the riverbank and rejoin the forest road.

(3) Follow the road to the end of the peninsula under the Grand Brotteau. Go down to the riverbank and follow the path that goes around the peninsula and continues along the riverbank to a second peninsula.

(4) Turn left onto the Promenade des Lézards. Continue along the Promenade de la Mama, then the Promenade de la Vorla, still along the riverbank.

(5) Turn right, cross the dyke and follow the road along the water's edge to the promontory (information board about birds living in and passing through this park).

(6) Continue until you reach a bird observatory.

(7) Retrace your steps and follow the road along the riverbank.

(8) Take the footpath on the right, which will take you back to the starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 175 m - Car park at the "Capitainerie"
  2. 1 : km 0.44 - alt. 175 m - Intersection. Turn right - Rhône (le)
  3. 2 : km 0.62 - alt. 175 m - Path along the water's edge
  4. 3 : km 1.35 - alt. 174 m - Road to the end of the peninsula
  5. 4 : km 2.94 - alt. 175 m - Follow the various walking trails
  6. 5 : km 5.12 - alt. 172 m - Cross the sea wall
  7. 6 : km 6.5 - alt. 177 m - 1st headland
  8. 7 : km 7.17 - alt. 171 m - 2nd headland
  9. 8 : km 8.31 - alt. 174 m - Return route
  10. S/E : km 10.68 - alt. 175 m - Car park at the "Capitainerie"

Notes

There are toilets at regular intervals along the route (in summer!).
La Capitainerie is a bar and restaurant located on the public beach, which is supervised during the summer months.

Reviews and comments

4.4 / 5
Based on 25 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.4 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
Route interest
4.3 / 5
abdelbenos
abdelbenos
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike and easy when accompanied by children.
We had a great day
The route isn't very shaded, so be careful in hot weather and bring a hat and sunscreen.

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Mesylda
Mesylda

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 17, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Nice route around Miribel
It is possible to complete the entire route thanks to a footbridge that allows you to cross the ford halfway through

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manuel.fonseca
manuel.fonseca

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 27, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

An easy hike for the whole family. This trail can be explored on foot or by bike. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of these islands, a haven of tranquillity for wildlife. Take the time to admire the different views of Blue Water Lake and watch the many birds while contemplating the landscape. 👍

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Chaden
Chaden

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

We went hiking on a Wednesday, so there weren't many people around; it must be different at the weekend.
A pleasant hike along the lakes with several spots set up for observing the flora and fauna.
Please note: there is now a temporary pontoon, so you can now do the full loop.
Thanks to the author for this hike!

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momone
momone

Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 06, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Ease of following the route : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

the circuit was closed due to a flooded section, preventing us from continuing. We had to turn back halfway, but we still managed to cover ten kilometres, albeit returning the same way rather than completing the circuit around the lake

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Coline
Coline

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 15, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

Tried the route on 15 August 22, still impossible to complete the loop on foot.
The path is quite monotonous, not really suitable for hiking.
However, it's very nice to do by bike as there are lots of flat, easy paths!

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Fabrice0869
Fabrice0869

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 19, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Very busy route : Yes

Firstly, you still can't do the whole circuit, and that's not likely to change any time soon, so it loses all its appeal
It's best to do this during the week if you don't want to find yourself surrounded by families on bikes and children playing and shouting, especially between bridges 1 and 3. After that, it gets less crowded

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margjean
margjean

Hello,
There are some major roadworks that are affecting the proposed route.
It is possible to turn right before the flooded section and take a longer route. This will add about 1 to 1.5 hours to your journey, but it is worth it.
I will wait until the work is finished to provide an update

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ala.morin
ala.morin

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 08, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

hello, It is not possible to go around the lake as there is too much water at the following coordinates:
45.807193, 4.971265
Alain

45.807193, 4.971265

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bédache
bédache
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 17, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

This is marked trail no. 3 for pedestrians and mountain bikes.
But as mentioned above, the flood washed away the ford halfway along the route, so we had no choice but to turn back!
Otherwise, it's a very nice setting, just a stone's throw from Lyon, and the park is big enough to accommodate everyone.

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blondine
blondine
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Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 15, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

I couldn't go all the way around the lake because access was impossible. There was no longer a dyke to cross, so I had to turn back.
11 km
It's worth noting that the park is very clean

Blondine

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jeanlouisbergon
jeanlouisbergon

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 21, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A very popular route, best enjoyed during the week to make the most of the peaceful surroundings.

The flooding of the Rhône opened a breach at the point where the two lakes meet, so we had to turn back.

It is possible to complete the entire circuit, but this adds at least 6 to 8 km to the route.

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marite49
marite49

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 02, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Well-known but interesting
Close to the city, quiet

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Rando Ski Club
Rando Ski Club

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 14, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A wonderful discovery! A very pleasant walk with beautiful landscaping and lots of birds to admire

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liliane.clarens
liliane.clarens

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 27, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A circuit that is always a pleasure to rediscover in beautiful surroundings, but particularly busy today with lots of families. Ly

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