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The Croix de Rochefort from Beaujeu
Visorando Member
9.43 mi
+2,106 ft
-2,080 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Beaujeu (Rhône) (Rhône)
A beautiful circular route starting from Beaujeu that leads to the Croix de Rochefort, where the view is splendid.
Circular Castle loop starting from Col de Crie
7.31 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,227 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Les Ardillats (Rhône)
A beautiful circular route between shade and sun, with magnificent views of the Upper Beaujolais landscape.
Col de Crie - Tour du Mont-Chonay
3.34 mi
+328 ft
-348 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Monsols (Rhône)
A short, easy and peaceful walk in the forest starting from Col de Crie.
The roof of the Rhône: Mont Saint-Rigaud
9.50 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,742 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Monsols (Rhône)
A hike on the highest summit of the Rhône Department.
Route from La Roche d'Ajoux starting from Poule-les-Écharmeaux
9.75 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,496 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Poule-les-Écharmeaux (Rhône)
During this hike, you will pass:- Above a 4,153-metre-long railway tunnel and near a 96-metre-deep ventilation shaft,- The Col des Écharmeaux, which has been a transit point for goods between the Saône and Loire valleys since the 14th century. Napoleon is said to have passed through here on his return from Elba.- La Roche d’Ajoux (970 m), the highest point in the upper Azergues valley.
Three castles and Sainte-Marie tour
12.67 mi
+2,726 ft
-2,720 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Quincié-en-Beaujolais (Rhône)
The three châteaux in Quincié-en-Beaujolais are well worth a visit. What's more, you'll pass through a highly varied landscape of vineyards, forests and meadows.
The three châteaux trail is very well signposted and offers 4 variants of varying lengths.
Place aux Filles - Sainte-Marie
10.23 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,847 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Quincié-en-Beaujolais (Rhône)
This is a lovely walk through woods and vineyards with some beautiful views. What's more, if you do this walk at the right time of day and in the right season, you may encounter a number of wild animals.
The Souzy route from Quincié en Beaujolais
4.51 mi
+915 ft
-928 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Quincié-en-Beaujolais (Rhône)
A pleasant and varied walk through the vineyards and woods, starting from Quincié-en-Beaujolais.
Mont Saint-Rigaud
7.39 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,493 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Monsols (Rhône)
Circuit around Mont Saint-Rigaud (1,009 m), the highest point in the Rhône department. At the summit, there is a beautiful view from the belvedere, followed by a walk through the forest. The path follows the old railway line and crosses the Châtelard viaduct.
Around karstic cave
7.87 mi
+1,417 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Avenas (Rhône)
Circuit in the woods around the village of Karstic Cave. Beautiful forest paths with interesting views.
Mont Soubran from Claveisoles
7.31 mi
+1,532 ft
-1,562 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Claveisolles (Rhône)
A peaceful route through forests, fields and pastures.
The Avenas Caravan Route
12.58 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,811 ft
8 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Avenas (Rhône)
A route through forests and green meadows around Avenas with lovely views.
The Fayolles spring
2.64 mi
+942 ft
-942 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Quincié-en-Beaujolais (Rhône)
A beautiful walk in a peaceful and bucolic landscape with the source of Beaujolais wine: an original idea for this circuit.
Roche d'Ajoux
3.44 mi
+794 ft
-794 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Poule-les-Écharmeaux (Rhône)
An easy walk leading to one of the highest points in the Rhône with a beautiful unobstructed view.
In the heart of the Beaujolais vineyards
24.70 mi
+2,651 ft
-2,664 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Régnié-Durette (Rhône)
This is a cycle route along a hilly route set amongst vineyards. A few châteaux dot the route. You’ll enjoy both the scenic views and the pleasure of cycling in a welcoming environment.
Haut Beaujolais route
30.37 mi
+2,808 ft
-2,785 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Régnié-Durette (Rhône)
A walk through the Haut Beaujolais that is completely different from the wine-growing Beaujolais we’ve been talking about. In this part of the Haut Beaujolais, there are no vineyards, just pastures with herds of cows or goats. You’ll find some excellent goat’s cheeses here.
Tour of the Éguillettes mountain
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.40 mi
+299 ft
-299 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Vauxrenard (Rhône)
This easy walk is designed to help you discover the geological, historical and legendary features of the Éguillettes massif.
From La Collonge to Montenet
4.88 mi
+909 ft
-696 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nizier-d'Azergues (Rhône)
A short walk, shared with walkers and perhaps… cyclists on ‘the viaduct route’. The marked route is about 8 km long and offers plenty of variety, alternating between hamlet crossings (with a bit of tarmac to navigate…) and woodland paths with little elevation gain.
Over hills and through Vauxrenard
13.06 mi
+2,385 ft
-2,385 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Vauxrenard (Rhône)
Vauxrenard is one of the most beautiful sites in the Beaujolais region. The village clings to the edge of a natural amphitheatre, sloping towards Juliénas and the Saône valley. This hike offers a varied route through sloping vineyards, magnificent forests and panoramic views stretching as far as the Alps on a clear day.
La Pyramide as seen from the Col de la Croix Montmain
1.93 mi
+486 ft
-486 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Lamure-sur-Azergues (Rhône)
A short, easy walk through the forest, suitable for all, with an unobstructed summit.
Circular loop in the Forêt de la Pyramide
5.37 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,214 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lamure-sur-Azergues (Rhône)
Despite the short distance, this circular route is quite challenging: there are significant elevation changes and steep gradients. The reward: superb panoramic views and vantage points!
Caution! A steep section at (8)
From the lower Beaujolais to the upper ridges
11.07 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,942 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne (Rhône)
Walk among the vineyards of the lower Beaujolais, the forests and the ridges above.
Paths and trails marked in yellow with signs.
The Cimes circuit in Odenas
9.22 mi
+1,775 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Odenas (Rhône)
This hike follows the Rouge d'Odenas trail. Through the vineyards, it leads to Mont Brouilly and its chapel overlooking the Saône valley, offering a beautiful panorama of the Beaujolais mountains, the Bresse, the Dombes and the Monts d'Or. The second climb leads to the Beaujolais moors and offers beautiful views of the green Beaujolais region and, on clear days, the Alps.
Discovering Mont Brouilly
5.92 mi
+843 ft
-853 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Odenas (Rhône)
Discover the vineyards of Brouilly and Côte De Brouilly and enjoy a splendid view of the Ain plain and, on a clear day, catch a glimpse of Mont Blanc. You will also pass close to some of the châteaux that are the pride of our region.
The Roche Bois Blanc viewpoint from Lamure-sur-Azergues
10.42 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,749 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lamure-sur-Azergues (Rhône)
A walk around the Pyramid, in the forest of the same name, with a magnificent view of the Saône valley at the highest point of the route.
The ‘Chevreuil Prune’ route in Lamure-sur-Azergues
5.83 mi
+804 ft
-810 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Lamure-sur-Azergues (Rhône)
Head to the Ronzière viewing platform, then descend via the Tire Cul forest track and cross La Fay Romagnan.
Loop of Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne via Sainte-Marie
4.69 mi
+873 ft
-896 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne (Rhône)
Climb up to the plateau of the Sainte-Marie farm, starting from the centre of the village of Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne and passing through the Trou du Loup. The hike returns to the starting point through the vineyards.
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