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The Sentier de Sacuny trail

In addition to being a nice hike, this circuit is interesting because throughout the trail signs provide educational information on the fauna and flora, tree species etc. It also helps hikers discover the local agricultural heritage that is everywhere so close to Lyon.
Confluence district of Lyon
For several years now, Lyon's Confluence district, in the wake of the construction of the museum, has been undergoing a major transformation. Here, it is invited to discover its new face, where modernity meets history, in the exceptional setting of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.
Lyon's painted walls: open-air museum Tony Garnier
Stroll through the Tony Garnier open-air museum. The beautiful buildings of the Cité des États-Unis serve as a backdrop for the architect's plans for his ideal city of Lyon. Other street arts, colorful and symbolist, extrapolate this concept to other countries.
Le Bas Marjon

A pleasant half-day walk along paths and through woods with beautiful views of the region.
The Bois Bouchat forest at the start of the Saint-Vincent Chapel

A scenic route through the forest with no difficulty, 95% of which is on paths.
Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux - Haute Bruyère

This fairly easy circuit from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux will take you on a pleasant trail mainly in the forest. If the weather is clear, the view from the Plat Saint-Romain plateau offers a panoramic view of the Alps.
The Dolmen path

This path is very pleasant in the Autumn, with a magnificent view of the monts d'Or, Lyon and the Rhone valley.
This route can be extended in the direction of Yzeron or Thurin.
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Flassieux loop

From the 19th-century Romanesque church of Saint-Barthélémy to the Bois du Recours, this pleasant short walk offers magnificent views of Lyon, its mountains and the snow-capped Alps in fine weather.
Rontalon - Saint-Andre-la-Côte - la Croix Forest circuit

This beautiful route offers views of the Alps, including Mont Blanc, and the Cantal. There are orientation tables near Saint-André-la-Côte
You can shorten the hike by going directly to the Signal Saint-André without passing through Saint-André-la-Côte.
Valency via the Col de La Croix du Ban

A short hike to soak up the gentle tranquillity of the Monts du Lyonnais, just 15 km as the crow flies from Place Bellecour (Lyon). This circuit is also very close to the neighbouring towns of Tassin, Craponne, Saint-Genis-les-Ollières and Charbonnières-les-Bains.
You will discover the calm of the forest with its remarkable trees, the tranquillity of small streams and breathtaking views of Lyon. As a bonus, depending on the conditions, you can enjoy views of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
The Monts du Lyonnais from Saint-Laurent-de-Vaux

A very pleasant walk in the woods, rewarded with a panoramic view of the Rhône Valley and the Ain Plain.
Around Mount Narcel

Parking: 4 spaces for cars a few metres from the start of the path.It's rare to find a quiet walk that barely touches tarmac in the Monts d'Or. This one does just that. You get to spend two hours in the forest near Lyon without any physical challenge. Ideal for families.
Stream crossings near Loire-sur-Rhône

Shaded walk along the banks of streams in a Rhône ravine. A surprisingly peaceful natural area given its proximity to urban centres.
Dommartin Dardilly

Warm up in the Bois des Plasses in the municipalities of Dommartin and Dardilly.
Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or - Mont Thou loop

This is an easy, shaded walk where you can see many orchids in April and a few restored drystone shelters. Mont Thou offers beautiful views of the Saône valley and the Ain plain, and even further depending on the weather.
Drystone shelters are dry stone structures found in the Monts d'Or.
From Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or to St Romain-au-Mont-d'Or via Mont Thoux

A Short yet tough hike through the Monts d'Or. Very nice in good weather and on dry ground.
Le Plan to Illins circular

This is a nice walk which mostly consists of walking around the town through beautiful forests and fields.
This route is a nice alternative to avoid any slippery and muddy parts when it has rained a lot.
It also passes through a historical cemetery and church where you can stop for a lunch break.
Trek around Saint-Joseph - Le Mas

This hike is primarily along clear paths with views over le Pilat and Sainte-Catherine. An easy trek with some slight up and downhill slopes. Be careful, as non-stone tracks can get muddy in the rainy season.