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Route des chapelles et des châteaux à Saint-André-de-Bâgé
Local authority
6.08 mi
+105 ft
-135 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-de-Bâgé (Ain)
As you wander along the quiet, shaded paths, you’ll encounter a succession of magnificent views and gems of the local heritage, such as the Romanesque church of Saint-André-de-Bâgé, the châteaux of Montépin and La Griffonnière, the remains of the ramparts of Bâgé-le-Châtel, the chapel of Aigrefeuille and beautiful country houses nestled in the valleys.
The village of Crottet and its surroundings
Visorando Member3.14 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Crottet (Ain)
A short walk to enjoy with the family on a sunny day. Views over the town of Pont-de-Veyle and the Mâconnais hills.
The Pérouse route in Bâgé-Dommartin
4.13 mi
+66 ft
-72 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Dommartin (Ain)
The Pérouse route will allow you to discover an authentic manor house (de la Pérouse) and an old mill alongside which flows the Pérouse leat.
Built in half-timbered style, the manor house dates from the16th century.
The church at Dommartin is notable for having its chancel facing west. The niche above the doorway houses a 15th-century statue of the Virgin and Child.
The three castles of Sancé
2.88 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sancé (Saône-et-Loire)
Hike through the heart of the village of Sancé and its surrounding countryside to discover the three castles in the commune: Château du Parc (private), Château de Châtenay (private) and Château Lapalus (communal property).
Route des Jonquilles in Garnerans
Tourist office4.00 mi
+66 ft
-75 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Garnerans (Ain)
Enjoy this short hike in the bucolic countryside behind the village of Garnerans.
On the roads of Southern Burgundy in Macon
6.99 mi
+807 ft
-781 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Chaintré (Saône-et-Loire)
A hike along the balconies in the south of Burgundy through the vineyards.
Peaks and Chateaus in South Burgundy
12.06 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,699 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chaintré (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely route along the paths of sunny Burgundy. Leaving Chaintré, we reach the crests of the mountains, with beautiful views of the Bois de Fée, Mont de Pouilly and La Grange du Bois. Along the way, we come across several fine castles: Château des Rontés, Château de Chasselas, Château de Leynes, Château de Lavérnette.
Circular in the upper Mâconnais region starting from Chasselas
9.29 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chasselas (Saône-et-Loire)
A magnificent hike starting from Chasselas. You can enjoy the magnificent view of the two rocks, Solutré and Vergisson, from Mont de Pouilly, as well as the beautiful paths of the Grange du Bois. You will discover the wine-growing landscape as well as the fields and forests of the region with the Grange du Bois. A challenging hike that will delight lovers of the great outdoors.
Ascent of the Roche de Solutré
2.02 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A family hike offering magnificent views of the Mâconnais vineyards and, if the sky is clear, much further afield towards the Mont Blanc Massif.
APEL 2013 family walk 10 km
6.30 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Family walk for the APEL association of Saint Joseph secondary school.
Long route: 2½ hours.
Around Saint-Maurice-de-Sathonay
5.37 mi
+295 ft
-295 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Satonnay (Saône-et-Loire)
This walk, with its slight incline, is ideal for stretching your legs if you've got a couple of hours to spare.
At the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson
6.55 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,529 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A shorter version of the long circular route starting from La Grange du Bois (featured on this site), done with children aged 7 to 12 who thoroughly enjoyed it!
Solutré - Vergisson - Mont de Pouilly via the Grange du Bois
12.91 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,444 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
At the foot of the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson, you can admire the spectacular geology of these two rocky outcrops and their peaks. You will enjoy superb panoramic views of the Beaujolais, the Saône Valley and the Val Lamartine.This long route takes you along theGR®®76 trailthrough the cool forest of the Bois des Bruyères.On the way back, you can admire Chasselas, Mâcon, the Saône Valley and even the Alps from the Grange du Bois and the summit of Mont de Pouilly.
Roche Coche, La Belouse, Escolles, Vanzé from Verzé
9.40 mi
+1,457 ft
-1,450 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Verzé (Saône-et-Loire)
From Verzé, in the Haut Mâconnais, this circular route winds its way through vineyards and woods. First, we climb towards Échanault to reach Roche Coche via Champ de la Boivine. The Roche Coche orientation table offers a beautiful view of the Val Lamartine, the Roche de Solutré and, in the distance, the Hauts du Beaujolais. Next, head back up towards Les Bruyères, then descend to Chanaud and turn north-east towards Escolles and Vanzé to return to Verzé.
The ponds of Montrevel-en-Bresse
3.72 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Jayat (Ain)
Walk around the ponds of Montrevel-en-Bresse.
Between lakes and forest, starting from Montrevel-en-Bresse
12.69 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Malafretaz (Ain)
Mountain bike route no. 3, a very pleasant route combining woodland, tarmac and stony paths, running alongside the lake at the La Plaine Tonique leisure centre.A route where walkers, cyclists and horse riders share the path on certain sections.
The Grand Lac circuit in Montervel-en-Bresse
3.83 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Malafretaz (Ain)
This route takes you around the Grand Lac de la Plaine Tonique. It is a family-friendly route that does not cross any roads.
Green signpost No. 1 is clearly visible.
Route north of Thoissey
6.13 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Thoissey (Ain)
This walk follows the banks of the Saône and passes through the village of Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne and the town of Thoissey. You will pass, in particular, the private Château de Challes.
Mont de Pouilly, and the Hills of Solutré and Vergisson
11.07 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,188 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
Wonderful hike in Burgundy to discover "Solutré" (a landmark) and the "Rock of Vergisson”.
In uncle’s footsteps
4.37 mi
+945 ft
-938 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A delightful stroll through boxwood and vineyards, with the added bonus of a splendid panoramic view from the top of the famous Roche de Solutré.The return journey, via the north, takes you off the official route and away from the tourist traffic.
Panoramic views of the rocky outcrops and châteaux of the Mâconnais vineyards
6.25 mi
+348 ft
-1,404 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
This stage begins opposite the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson, classified as a Grand Site de France, with a panoramic view of the Jura mountain ranges and Mont Blanc. You pass through two natural areas of ecological, faunistic and floristic interest (ZNIEFF) and renowned vineyards (Pouilly-Fuissé, Pouilly-Vinzelles), overlooking the châteaux of Chasselas and Vinzelles.
Route du Val de Chalaronne in Saint-Étienne-sur-Chalaronne
7.43 mi
+397 ft
-397 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
This bucolic hike will take you from hamlet to hamlet around the village of Saint-Étienne-sur-Chalaronne.
Around Juliénas in Beaujolais
11.22 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,873 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Juliénas (Rhône)
A hike in Beaujolais through vineyards and forests, starting from Juliénas near Belleville. This hike can be shortened or lengthened (see description).
The hills above Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne
4.87 mi
+131 ft
-135 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
A lovely circular route along quiet, tarmac-surfaced roads. Very close to Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, so you can round off your outing with a drink on a terrace!
Mont Saint-Romain - Blanot - Étang de Crue starting from Azé
11.54 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,854 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Azé (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
From the Azé Caves car park, climb up to Mont Saint-Romain, then take a circular route around Blanot and return via the Étang de Crue. Enjoy a 360° panorama from the roof of the Mont Saint-Romain inn and a beautiful view from the orientation table above the Azé caves.
The Montmain Cross
4.15 mi
+666 ft
-692 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Verzé (Saône-et-Loire)
Marked route in the hills above Verzé, between Mâcon and Cluny.
Starting from the Rampon quarry, you will cross the woods of Verzé and then climb up to the Croix Montmain. You will follow the Chemin des Chevaliers (GR®) with a magnificent view of the Val Lamartinien and the castle of Berzé-le-Chatel. On the way back, you will cross the hamlet of Les Tardys. The circular route ends with a picturesque path offering views of the pastures.
Route of heritage along the towpath in Mogneneins
8.51 mi
+154 ft
-141 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Mogneneins (Ain)
From the 16th-century wayside cross in front of the church to the banks of the Saône, via the hamlet of Flurieux and its little chapel, let yourself be guided along the paths of the village of Mogneneins.
From the medieval town of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne to the arboretum
7.46 mi
+213 ft
-230 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Discover the medieval town of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne and its surroundings: passing through the medieval streets and the castle, you will discover the natural area of Prés Gaudet before exploring the Relevant valley, ending with a stroll through the arboretum.
Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne - Relevant
10.66 mi
+413 ft
-397 ft
5h 15
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Take a stroll through the valleys and plateau from this splendid little town.
Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne Arboretum
1.06 mi
+453 ft
-312 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Visit the Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne arboretum, which features many different species of trees. You can also explore a pond teeming with dragonflies of various colours in spring. A short and pleasant visit.
Blanot Cave and Mont Saint-Romain, starting from Donzy-le-Pertuis
8.85 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,467 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Donzy-le-Pertuis (Saône-et-Loire)
A pleasant, wooded walk, with an optional detour to the Blanot Caves (entrance fee in summer) followed by a stunning viewpoint at Mont Saint-Romain.
From Col de la Percée to Mont Saint-Romain
8.24 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Donzy-le-Pertuis (Saône-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk offering beautiful landscapes and viewpoints, between forest and meadows bordered by low dry-stone walls. The steepness is very gradual on the first part of the walk, allowing you to reach the summit of Mont Saint-Romain without any particular difficulty. On the return journey, the slopes are steeper, but never unmanageable. A perfect walk for those who want a good outing but don't want to put too much strain on their legs.
Green Walk: the wild springs at Blanot
5.00 mi
+797 ft
-774 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Blanot (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Setting out on this walk means following in the footsteps of the men and women of yesteryear; it means experiencing first-hand what daily life was like in this valley. The hard work required to tame this land can still be felt in the places you pass through: the dry-stone walls lining the paths, built with patience; the wash houses weathered by the laundry so regularly scrubbed; the vines forced to take root in the soil…
The Blanot circular route via Mont Saint-Romain
5.55 mi
+896 ft
-899 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Blanot (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A short, slightly challenging circular walk that takes you through vineyards, scrubland and woods from one of the most beautiful villages in the Clunisois region to its highest peak, Mont Saint-Romain, above which you can sometimes spot paragliders on certain days.
Blanot – Vaux-sur-Aine – Blanot circular loop
12.17 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,969 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Blanot (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A hilly route winding its way between the Clunisois and Mâconnais hills. Between Blanot and Azé, you’ll discover Vaux-sur-Aine and its castle, as well as La Bouzolle with its striking tower, much loved by Sacha Guitry.In any case, this is a somewhat challenging route that requires a bit of stamina and an adventurous spirit. It’s not an easy ride, but it offers its rewards.
Blanot circular loop with gentle slopes
5.58 mi
+558 ft
-558 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Blanot (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A gentle family walk, perfect for a first exploration of the undulating paths of the Clunis region.
Circular Culey starting from Blanot
6.40 mi
+1,020 ft
-991 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Blanot (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A beautiful, undulating route that will take you along a newly marked trail through the municipal woodlands of Blanot, offering some very pretty views, and through the Combe du Nivernais.
It continues along the Grison with its old mills before climbing up to Culey and reaching the shade of the woods on the Faitral path, which offers glimpses of the Grosne valley in places.
Circular walk between Blanot and Cortambert
5.83 mi
+915 ft
-906 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Blanot (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
This walk will take you from the Grison Valley to the Grosne Valley, climbing the slopes of the Bois de la Roche. The narrowness of the former will prepare you for the vast expanse of the latter. History will accompany your every step, with a deanery and castles adorning each of their slopes.
Vivier Circular Route and the Blanot Caves
3.65 mi
+709 ft
-699 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Blanot (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely walk, starting from a well-preserved village with a unique heritage.
Here, nothing comes without a bit of effort. You always have to go up before you can come down. But if you give it a go, your steps will take you through the vineyards to the Blanot caves, a protected site which, in winter, is home to small colonies of common pipistrelles and lesser and greater horseshoe bats – species that play a major role in the site’s reputation. The return journey will take you through the shade of the woods.
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