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Around Pérouges
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5.72 mi
+427 ft
-427 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pérouges (Ain)
This loop will take you out of the medieval town to discover the varied landscape of the region, with woods, crops, a few old houses and panoramic views. The 9 km route is easy to follow and well marked in orange.
On the edge of the Étangs des Dombes lakes, starting from Meximieux
5.45 mi
+322 ft
-312 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Meximieux (Ain)
This is an easy, short walk along quiet coastal paths in Meximieux, partly through farmland and partly through deciduous hedgerows. It is also a way to get close to some of the ponds in the Dombes and see lots of birds. At the Virgin of Saint-Sulpice, a beautiful panorama opens up before us, revealing the Ain plain, the Bugey and the Rhône, and even the Alps, depending on the weather.
Loop around Saint-Éloi
4.74 mi
+302 ft
-292 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Éloi (Ain)
This easy circuit around the commune of Saint-Éloi in the Ain department will give you a glimpse of the Dombes region.
It also offers plenty of geocaching opportunities for enthusiasts.
Route des enfants à Sainte-Julie
3.39 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Julie (Ain)
This route forms part of a network of marked walking trails in the commune of Sainte-Julie, linking the village centre with the various hamlets.
The municipality aims to gradually map, signpost and maintain these routes to make walking in the area easier.
Route from Gévrieux to Châtillon-la-Palud
Tourist office
4.66 mi
+492 ft
-459 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-la-Palud (Ain)
A beautiful hike with varied landscapes: the Dombes plateau, a view of the Bugey and access to the Ain river.
Circular around Bressolles from Lac Neyton
9.82 mi
+535 ft
-541 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Dagneux (Ain)
Most of the walk is on paths through the woods or along farm tracks. There are a few short sections on country roads.
For those who want to diversify their activities, there is the option of a day's fishing at Lac Neyton.
Along the Cottey from Lac Neyton
5.34 mi
+341 ft
-344 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Dagneux (Ain)
Family walk above Montluel, along the Cotey stream, between woods and farmland.
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.
From Ain to the Moutonnière Plateau
7.89 mi
+728 ft
-705 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Villette-sur-Ain (Ain)
A pleasant hike with a slight incline, shaded sections and sections on dirt trails. This hike combines nature and heritage as it passes close to two castles.
The heights of Montluel
6.37 mi
+512 ft
-492 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Boisse (Ain)
A long walk starting from Montuel that will take you to the heights of the coast. In good weather, you can enjoy views of the Alps and the Bugey.
If you feel so inclined, the Madonna will thank you for stopping by the Saint-Barthélemy Chapel on your way back.
The Battle of Anthon Trail
Association / Club / Walk leader11.49 mi
+479 ft
-463 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Anthon (Isère)
The hike starts from the pretty village of Anthon (from where the Prince of Orange's army set off with Louis le Chalon's troops), passing through the Bois des Franchises and then the site of the battle: Les Férouillères, La Ferme de la Batterie, Les Burlanchères and then on to the ruins of Château de Malatrait.
Continue to the Ferme des Franchises, a place called Le Cheval Mort (where dead horses were buried), then take a short detour via the Étang des Portions and return by the same route.
Circular route starting from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey
5.44 mi
+515 ft
-512 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey (Ain)
A short, easy hike that can be done with the family. Beautiful panoramic views. Magnificent bell towers. Peace and quiet...
Circular via Colloverge mountain starting from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey
7.15 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,086 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Denis-en-Bugey (Ain)
This hike will take you to both sides of the massif between Torcieu and Saint-Denis-en-Bugey.
Enjoy beautiful views of the region, the Monts du Lyonnais, the vineyards of Vaux-en-Bugey, the ridges of the Albarine Valley and a passage through the pretty village of Ambutrix, not to mention the start of the Saint-Denis tower, which offers a panoramic view of the region.
Croix de Bramafan from Lagnieu
6.89 mi
+1,358 ft
-1,339 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lagnieu (Ain)
From Lagnieu, climb up to the Croix de Bramafan to discover a wide panorama of the Rhône plain, the Ain plain, Île Crémieu and, on a clear day, as far as Lyon. A very pleasant hike on well-shaded forest paths and trails.
The Bois des Franchises between Chavanoz and Villette-d'Anthon
5.26 mi
+135 ft
-131 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Anthon (Isère)
A section of this very pleasant woodland stretches almost from Pont-de-Chéruy to Villette-d'Anthon.
La Balme les Grottes - Charette - Parmilieu
10.93 mi
+961 ft
-961 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Balme-les-Grottes (Isère)
This is a fairly easy hike along the northern edge of the Isle Crémieu plateau, through fields, pleasant villages and a few wooded areas.
Croix de Bramafan, pools and Buizin waterfall starting from Vaux-en-Bugey
10.06 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,906 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vaux-en-Bugey (Ain)
This hike through the woods follows sections of the GR®59, PR® and unmarked trails. It will take you to the Croix de Bramafan and its viewpoint, the pools and waterfall of Le Buizin, and the Chapelle de Nièvre. It will also take you through the beautiful village of Vaux-en-Bugey, which is crossed by the Buizin.
The confluence of the Rhône and Ain rivers at Anthon
4.42 mi
+98 ft
-135 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Chavanoz (Isère)
This is a short, easy loop that allows you to discover the panorama at the confluence of the Rhône and Ain rivers, the picturesque village of Anthon and its surroundings, including the banks of the Rhône and the beautiful town hall of Chavanoz.
Vaux en Bugey-Siccieu
18.01 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,086 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Vaux-en-Bugey (Ain)
Fifth stage of the Way of St James. This somewhat long stage takes you across the Rhône at Lagnieu. The rest of the route is less interesting and, above all, involves too much tarmac, but there is no alternative if you want to rejoin the GR®65.
From Hières-sur-Amby to Larina
6.11 mi
+840 ft
-840 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Hières-sur-Amby (Isère)
This circuit takes us from the village of Hières-sur-Amby at the foot of the cliff to the archaeological site of Larina on the cliff. It offers panoramic views of the Pilat Massif, the Monts du Lyonnais, the plains of Lyon and the Ain, and the foothills of the Bugey.
From the Verbois Gorges to the Val d'Amby
7.14 mi
+991 ft
-984 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Hières-sur-Amby (Isère)
A shaded trail that takes you through the Gorges de Verbois, very pleasant in hot weather, and past some typical buildings.
Bigues trail
6.07 mi
+348 ft
-371 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Parmilieu (Isère)
A little path that smells of hazelnuts... This pleasant, easy trail takes you through the charming little village of Parmilieu, a land of stone, quarries and traditional stone houses.
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.
North of Crémieu - From the Larina plateau to the Chapelle des Aviateurs in Leyrieu
9.02 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,424 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vernas (Isère)
From medieval Vernas to ancient Larina and back via the limestone plateau to the Chapelle des Aviateurs (a memorial to two plane crashes), return to the Middle Ages via the fishpond at the Château Delphinal de Vernas.
Plateau des Aviateurs from Vernas
7.15 mi
+902 ft
-902 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Vernas (Isère)
This is a very pleasant circular walk starting from the pretty village of Vernas, which takes you along attractive paths and trails, often shaded by trees, to the Plateau des Aviateurs, where a military aircraft crashed in 1944 and another in 1969. A small chapel, commemorative plaques and a sign commemorate these events. Wide panoramic views of the Rhône plains and the Alps in the distance can be enjoyed throughout the walk.
Torjonas circular route via Brotel
5.53 mi
+407 ft
-410 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Baudille-de-la-Tour (Isère)
A lovely, uncrowded hike starting from Torjonas, between woods and rivers, with a variety of wildlife (cows, donkeys, sheep).
9 km circular loop with no significant elevation gain.
Circular route from the Larina plateau to Vernas
5.87 mi
+922 ft
-912 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vernas (Isère)
A circular route around the charming village of Vernas and across the Larina plateau. The viewpoint at the archaeological site offers magnificent views of the Jura, the Monts du Lyonnais and the Rhône plain. Further south on the plateau, on a clear day, you can see the Pilat and the Alps. A walk amidst the traces of human history from antiquity to the modern world.
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.
Chapelle de Leyrieu
5.18 mi
+728 ft
-741 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Leyrieu (Isère)
This shaded trail leads to the top of the cliff at the Leyrieu Chapel and offers superb views of the Lyon plains and the Pilat massif. On a clear day, you can see the Alps and the Vercors massif.
Lemps Pond, Moulin de la Roche starting from Saint-Baudille-de-la-Tour
8.64 mi
+571 ft
-591 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Baudille-de-la-Tour (Isère)
A walk in a natural environment where you can observe a wide variety of wildlife, including European pond turtles at the Lemps pond.
This hike can be done in late October or early November, when you can admire the beautiful autumn colours of the bald cypress trees at the Surbaix pond next to the La Roche waterfall.