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Circular loop of the three villages in the Monts du Lyonnais
Visorando Member
14.44 mi
+2,034 ft
-2,057 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Clément-les-Places (Rhône)
A beautiful circular route with panoramic views of the Monts du Forez. No particular technical difficulty. You can start from any of the three villages. The route is described from St-Clément les Places.
In the Monts du Lyonnais, starting from Saint-Laurent-de-Chamousset
8.23 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,404 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Chamousset (Rhône)
A lovely, easy hike in the Monts du Lyonnais starting from Saint-Laurent-de-Chamousset. A family day out or a slightly more challenging half-day hike.
As this walk does not appear in any guidebook, the markings on the ground may coincidentally correspond to a section of the route... but that is all. The description and route have been finalised taking into account the comments and observations of hikers.
Circular route between Haute-Rivoire, À Foix and Saint-Martin-Lestra
7.37 mi
+843 ft
-846 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Haute-Rivoire (Rhône)
A pleasant walk from Haute-Rivoire to Saint-Martin-Lestra via the hamlet of A Foix on the way there and via theGR®89on the way back. The route is about 50% tarmac, but you’ll rarely come across any cars.
If you look up, you’ll probably spot a buzzard or a kite. And if you’re attentive and quiet, you might see a hare or a rabbit at the edge of a wood, or, if you’re lucky, a roe deer or a wild boar.
There is an interesting viewpoint at Calvaire (6).
A short circular loop around Mont Pothu starting from Brullioles
5.11 mi
+902 ft
-879 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Brullioles (Rhône)
A lovely walk with beautiful views of Chamousset Castle, the Monts du Lyonnais, the Ain valley and the Alps in fine weather. The route offers a pleasant mix of mule tracks and forest paths.
Circular from Saint-Martin-Lestra to Haute-Rivoire
5.96 mi
+673 ft
-692 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-Lestra (Loire)
A short, half-day family hike in the Monts du Lyonnais. Can be started from Haute-Rivoire, but the car park is a little way from the route. TheGR®89, Chemin de Montaigne, is marked in white and red.
Circular route between Villechenève and Chambost via the footpaths
Association / Club / Walk leader
10.39 mi
+1,434 ft
-1,414 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villechenève (Rhône)
Route from Villechenève to Chambost-Longessaigne and back, via the footpaths. A lovely circular route!
Villechenève–Longessaigne circular via Thévenet, Tardy and Canet
5.74 mi
+640 ft
-633 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Villechenève (Rhône)
This walk, accessible to all, takes you south of Villechenève and around the village of Longessaigne.
A lovely walk with a slight incline through beautiful countryside.
Villechenève, Madone, Souzy Chapel circular route
6.22 mi
+925 ft
-942 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Villechenève (Rhône)
A slightly more challenging circular route than the previous suggested circular routes.
From the Madone site, where you’ll enjoy a magnificent view of the village, the Forez and the Massif Central, you’ll set off to explore the Souzy Chapel.
The route passes through the hamlets of Le Lafay, Le Goutail, La Parollière, Le Souzy, La Renardière, Le Bertrand and Les Olmes.
Montrottier as seen from Villechenève along the footpaths
9.10 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,027 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Villechenève (Rhône)
A route from Villechenève to Montrottier, taking different paths on the way there and back.
Short family circular in the Hauts du Lyonnais
4.59 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,106 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Aveize (Rhône)
Starting from L'Argentière (in the commune of Aveize), this short 2- to 3-hour circular will delight the whole family with its varied landscapes and the last third of the route, which follows a fun botanical trail. The places mentioned
"in quotation marks" in the description are marked with corresponding signs on the ground put in place by the Rhône department.
Les Grands Vignes, La Giraudière and the Pampailly Mine
4.37 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Brussieu (Rhône)
This walk, suitable for keen walkers, is also accessible to children. It follows part of theGR®7before reaching the Pampailly silver mines. You’ll discover the Cour des Aîtres, the River Brévenne and the old, now disused railway line; then, after a stretch through the forest, you’ll cross the Le Cosne stream before reaching the site of the old Pampailly mines, which were in operation from the 15th century onwards.
The Mont Pancu tour
6.13 mi
+1,079 ft
-1,079 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Brussieu (Rhône)
The western circular route around Brussieu will take you to the summit of Mont Pancu (600 m). You will discover the slope overlooking the Cosne valley, a charming little river that you will cross twice, and in the second part of the walk, the slope overlooking the Brévenne valley. The route is mainly on paths with some sections in the forest. This is a walk for families with children who are not too young and are good walkers.
Villechenève, La Rivière, Bois d'Azol circular loop, via the gardens of La Rivière
4.32 mi
+804 ft
-830 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Villechenève (Rhône)
This walk, suitable for everyone, takes you through the hamlet of La Rivière with its imposing buildings, the Bois d’Azol with a slight incline, and offers views of the nearby Loire department from the Vilette area. On the way back, explore the gardens of La Rivière.
Matagrin Tower at the start of the Rivière in Villechenève.
6.95 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,332 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Villechenève (Rhône)
A sheltered walk with a few views of the Monts du Lyonnais and a chance to discover the Matagrin Tower at the top of the highest peak in the Monts du Lyonnais.
An ideal walk in hot weather as it is at altitude and mostly in the woods.
Circular route between Villecheneve and Violay via the Matagrin Tower
9.27 mi
+1,476 ft
-1,450 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villechenève (Rhône)
Violay is a town with over 1,200 inhabitants and many shops! In the first part of the hike, you will pass by the Matagrin Tower (which you can visit). You will then follow theGR®7to Violay, before returning by another route. Most of the route is through the woods.
The view from Panissières
9.42 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,227 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Panissières (Loire)
An easy hike offering beautiful panoramic views of the Monts du Lyonnais. The route alternates between woodland, hamlets and farmland.
Aveize circular route via the gentle slopes of the Brévenne valley
17.61 mi
+2,854 ft
-2,877 ft
10h 35
Difficult
Departure from Aveize (Rhône)
This pleasant circular walk in the Brévenne valley takes you through woods and meadows in a little-visited and rather secret area offering beautiful views of the Massif Central and the Monts du Lyonnais. From the hilltop village of Aveize, the route descends to the bottom of the valley and, after meandering along the opposite slope, passes through the charming little village of Meys before crossing the Brévenne and climbing back up to Grézieu-le-Marché and Aveize.
Circular from Jas to Salt-en-Donzy along the Doise
4.99 mi
+807 ft
-830 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Jas (Loire)
A circular that starts in Jas and takes us through forests and countryside to the small village of Salt-en-Donzy.
The Panissières monorail
9.44 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,099 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Jas (Loire)
Alternative route via the Panissières monorail: 15.2 km instead of 26 km. Take this route for the view of the Forez Mountains, passing through Donzy – a must-see and well worth a visit. Yellow and white signposted route with a black locomotive from Jas to La Valette, then from Chez Grizonnet back to Jas.
Following a comment from the author, it is preferable to park at (4) to start the hike.
The coordinates for the car park in the village of Donzy are: Longitude: 4.27990° Latitude: 45.74670°.
Queen of the Valleys in Courzieu
4.82 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,138 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Courzieu (Rhône)
Starting from the hamlet of La Randonnière, this route will take you along the western slope of the commune of Courzieu, offering panoramic views stretching from the Brévenne valley to the Forez mountains. It’s also an opportunity to discover the Pomeyrieu Chapel along the way.
Tour of Montmenot
5.68 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,125 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ancy (Rhône)
A lovely walk around Montmenot with superb views of the Monts du Lyonnais and the Alps.
Croix des Brosses circular from Montromant
8.78 mi
+1,824 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montromant (Rhône)
Starting from Montromant (Mont Romain), a beautiful hilly route through woods and forest will take you to the remains of the underground section of the Roman Brévenne aqueduct. Beautiful views of the Monts du Forez, the Monts de Tarare and, from the Croix des Brosses, the Alps and the Pilat Massif.
Circular walk starting from Saint-Julien-sur-Bibost
6.13 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,555 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-sur-Bibost (Rhône)
A pleasant circular route through the hills overlooking the village of Saint-Julien-sur-Bibost, passing by the summit of Crêt d'Arjoux.
Route around the Gimond dam
6.91 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,171 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Grézieu-le-Marché (Rhône)
The route goes around the Gimond dam in a peaceful setting, surrounded by fishermen, then after a detour to the church of Grézieu-le-Marché, it ends the circular route at the Bois de la Dame.
Circular route starting from Gimond, from Argentière to Aveize
6.27 mi
+1,414 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Grézieu-le-Marché (Rhône)
A route starting from the Gimond dam to Aveize, via L'Argentière. This route crosses the Monts du Lyonnais with a short section in the woods, near the Aveize discovery trail.
Walk on the hills above Duerne and Aveize
3.47 mi
+489 ft
-476 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This walk, far from the tarmac, alternates between open paths and wooded trails. The section by the orientation table offers a view of the surrounding peaks.
Circular Duerne route via Pomeys, Lake Gimond and Aveize
16.37 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,306 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
A little-used walk on the western slope of the Monts du Lyonnais, more rugged than wooded, where the landscape is open and offers beautiful views throughout the route. From Duerne, the route winds across a plateau, then descends gradually into the Orzon valley before climbing up to Pomeys and crossing a ridge. It descends at a steady gradient into the La Gimond valley and its lake, from where it climbs up to Aveize, then plunges into the Orjolle valley before returning to Duerne.
Fayes to Duerne circular route
3.65 mi
+505 ft
-528 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
A short, easy walk with a few forest paths that will be a welcome respite in hot weather. The small roads taken, outside the village, have little traffic.
From Duerne to Saint Genis l'Argentière and back via Aveize
7.11 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,329 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This circular route starting from Duerne takes you along a few quiet country lanes and numerous forest paths and tracks (around 70%). Beautiful unobstructed views of Montromant, Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière and the Monts du Lyonnais.
The Duernoise circular and its Saint-Martinoise circular
6.46 mi
+797 ft
-778 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This route, which alternates between small tarmac roads, open tracks and forest paths, presents no particular difficulties and will take you from Duerne to Aveize and Saint-Martin-en-Haut.
Circular route starting from Duerne and passing through Saint-Martin-en-Haut
6.03 mi
+771 ft
-755 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This circular route alternates between easy and more challenging paths, a few forest trails and quiet minor roads.
The Brévenne Aqueduct from Duerne
8.38 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,808 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Duerne (Rhône)
This beautiful circular route from Duerne takes you along well-marked paths and tracks, often shaded, to discover the varied landscapes of this little-known part of the Monts du Lyonnais.
A small stele by the side of the road commemorates the sacrifice of the American pilots who crashed there in 1944.
At the end of the route, before heading back up towards Duerne, you can discover the astonishing remains of the Roman Aqueduct on the Brévenne.
Circuit around Ancy via the ridges to the north-east of the Monts du Lyonnais
8.63 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,486 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ancy (Rhône)
Beautiful 360° view at Mont Popey on the northern edge of the Monts du Lyonnais with, as a bonus in good weather, a breathtaking view to the east of the Monts d'Or, the Alps and Mont Blanc.
Interesting ridge trail in the forest or open countryside, well marked with beautiful views.
A paragliding launch site where, in good weather, you can enjoy the spectacular views!
The climb up Mont Popey and the descent to Mas Saint-Jean are a little steep, but take your time!
Route of crosses starting from Ancy
11.43 mi
+2,270 ft
-2,293 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Ancy (Rhône)
A circular route starting from Ancy, marked with crosses, rolling hills and views of the Beaujolais and Lyonnais mountains, alternating between balcony paths and shaded forest trails. Some tarmac sections, visit to a cheese producer. Picnic area available in a peaceful spot. Option to climb to the summit of Mont Popey at the end of the route.
Crêt d'Arjoux from Ancy
7.21 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,417 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ancy (Rhône)
The region has prehistoric and ancient remains, particularly from the Gallo-Roman period. Two temples are said to have existed, one on the Arjoux mountain and the other, dedicated to Jupiter, near the Mas Saint-Jean.
Silver mines were worked nearby in the 15th century.
Route from Saint-Roch Chapel to Maringes
6.72 mi
+1,001 ft
-1,001 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Maringes (Loire)
This route in Maringes offers beautiful views of the Forez plain, the Bois Noirs, the Pilat and numerous villages (25 bell towers on a clear day). The route also offers 180° views of the village of Maringes and a beautiful panorama of the Brévenne valley. The route passes by a chapel built in the 17th century in honour of Saint-Roch for having stopped the diphtheria epidemic.
Circular between Saint-Romain-de-Popey and Ancy
4.27 mi
+915 ft
-892 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Romain-de-Popey (Rhône)
A short walk from Saint-Romain around Mont Popey, passing through the centre of Ancy.
Option to continue to the Popey ridge
From the heights of Popey, you can see the Crêt d'Arjoux.
This circular takes you along many paths and very few roads.
Saint Romain de Popey - Saint Forgeux
8.95 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,654 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Romain-de-Popey (Rhône)
A beautiful walk in the Monts du Lyonnais, from Saint-Romain-de-Popey to Saint-Forgeux. Beautiful views of the Turdine and Azergues valleys.
Circular route starting from Saint-Romain-de-Popey
5.03 mi
+1,004 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Romain-de-Popey (Rhône)
A pleasant walk through cherry orchards, woods and fields, with views over the Arbresle region.
Circuit around Mont de Popey
7.83 mi
+1,365 ft
-1,368 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Romain-de-Popey (Rhône)
A lovely route through fields, cherry orchards and forests, offering beautiful views of Saint-Romain-de-Popey, the village of Bully and its vineyards, Pontcharra-sur-Turdine and, in the distance, Mont Verdun in the Monts d'Or massif.