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Saint-Nizier-d'Azergues walks
From La Collonge to Montenet
Visorando Member
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.
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.
Around Saint-Bonnet-le-Troncy
3.41 mi
+669 ft
-656 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-le-Troncy (Rhône)
A short, easy walk in the woods around Saint-Bonnet-le-Troncy.
Around Saint-Bonnet-le-Troncy
6.77 mi
+1,434 ft
-1,411 ft
4h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-le-Troncy (Rhône)
10km route around Saint-Bonnet-le-Troncy, through the woods.
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.
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 Crêt de la Sarre circular route starting from Grandris
3.98 mi
+863 ft
-863 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Grandris (Rhône)
This circular route opposite Grandris will take you from meadow to meadow and through woodland, offering numerous panoramic views of the village and its surroundings. It is possible to combine this circular route with another, as the section from (7) to (11) is shared by both.
Loop around Grandris
4.79 mi
+853 ft
-876 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Grandris (Rhône)
This loop will take you over hill and dale around Grandris. Don't miss: The memorial to the woodcutters who lost their lives in the storm of 1999 near the hospital and, a little further on, when you reach the calvary, you can admire the whole valley and the village before setting off on a series of picturesque little paths.
Tour of Saint-Vincent-de-Reins via La Madone
7.96 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,142 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-de-Reins (Rhône)
Starting from Saint-Vincent-de-Reins station, follow in the footsteps of Marie-Louise, the locomotive that used to run between Amplepuis and Saint-Vincent via Cublize and Magny. Then climb up to the heights of Magny to return to Saint-Vincent via La Madone.
From Saint-Vincent-de-Reins to the weather radar
11.68 mi
+2,159 ft
-2,159 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-de-Reins (Rhône)
Choose to do this walk on a clear, mist-free day, as once you reach an altitude of around 900 m, you’ll have an exceptional view of the entire Alpine range and can admire the majesty of Mont Blanc.
Circular walk from the Étang des Filatures
5.81 mi
+696 ft
-692 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-de-Reins (Rhône)
From the Étang des Filatures, head back up to the village of Saint-Vincent-de-Reins via Les Fouilloux and Le Jovin, then return to the lake via Impasse de la Bruchevalière and La Tuilière.
La Croix du Villard and Col de la Cambuse from Meaux-la-Montagne
3.85 mi
+548 ft
-554 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Meaux-la-Montagne (Rhône)
This loop starts in the village of Meaux-la-Montagne and follows roads and paths that take you to the peaks of La Nuizière via the Col de la Cambuse, the Croix du Villard and the Croix de la Nuizière, through fields and pine forests.
Meaux-la-Montagne. 7.5km route
4.45 mi
+725 ft
-745 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Meaux-la-Montagne (Rhône)
A peaceful walk through the forest and meadows around Meaux-la-Montagne.
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)
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.
Cublize Azur Nord route
9.34 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,686 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-de-Reins (Rhône)
Northern part of the Cublize Azure Route; take thePR®®7ato complete the circular route. A peaceful walk through the woods, far from the hustle and bustle of Lac des Sapins. View of Magny Castle, which belonged to Vauban's brother, and, on a clear day, the Alps, including Mont Blanc.
Circular route around Ranchal via the Col des Écorbans and the Croix de Fer
5.62 mi
+886 ft
-883 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Ranchal (Rhône)
An easy walk, mostly on gentle paths. A few climbs, but nothing too strenuous. The route passes through woodland but also offers sweeping views of the region’s countryside.
La Croix de Fer, Col des Écorbans and Mont Pinay
10.72 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,332 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ranchal (Rhône)
Starting from Ranchal on the border of the Loire department, this is a beautiful route in the upper Azergues valley.
Loop above La Nuizière starting from Le Chollet
3.46 mi
+495 ft
-512 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
This short loop will take you to the heights of La Nuizière, passing isolated farms (Bert, Le Chollet, Giraud) and crosses (Nuizière, Aliziers and Bert), between dirt tracks and small country roads.
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.
Loop in the Foupeysson forest at the foot of Mont Pinay
3.53 mi
+308 ft
-315 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Ranchal (Rhône)
A short hike with no significant elevation gain or difficulty. Varied landscapes of the Beaujolais Vert, often in the woods but also in open areas with views of the surrounding countryside.
Note: a large part of the route, from Mont Pinay to Les Petites Fayes, is on tarmac, but these are small roads with very little traffic.
Double circular from Foupeysson to Mont Pinay
5.72 mi
+571 ft
-548 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Ranchal (Rhône)
A hike of less than 3 hours, without any major difficulties. Around Mont Pinay, the ascent and descent are a little steeper. Mostly in the woods, with more open passages and views of the surrounding landscapes of the Beaujolais Vert.
This is a longer version of the "Circular in the Foupeysson forest, at the foot of Mont Pinay" route.
Note: part of the route, from the hamlet of Les Rousselles to Mont Pinay and Les Petites Fayes, is on tarmac, but these are small roads with very little traffic.
"Alongside Aëdan" circular in Saint-Just-d'Avray
5.97 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,175 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Just-d'Avray (Rhône)
This walk, entitled "Alongside Aëdan", is a circular route starting from Saint-Just-d'Avray. This route offers you the chance to explore the area around the village and enjoy the countryside as well as some magnificent views.
Forests and moors of the Haut Beaujolais
7.58 mi
+1,611 ft
-1,611 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cyr-le-Chatoux (Rhône)
A beautiful, fairly wild loop starting from the charming village of Saint-Cyr-le-Chatoux, on a pass between Villefranche-sur-Saône and the Azergues valley.
The trails are mainly in the forest with plenty of shade. A complete change of scenery.
Beautiful unobstructed views from the moors at the top of the Bois des Allemands.
Cublize circular route via the Croix du Gravillon
Local authority
4.29 mi
+787 ft
-787 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
This route is one of three offered by the municipality of Cublize. It allows you to explore the eastern side of the municipality. It is signposted with two blue lines. This is Route C.
Circular Cublize route via La Longère and La Croix de Vienne
5.34 mi
+748 ft
-738 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
This route is recommended by the municipality of Cublize. It allows you to explore the eastern and western shores of Lac des Sapins. It is marked with two blue lines; this is Route A.
Lac des Sapins in Cublize
10.21 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,424 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cublize (Rhône)
Hike near a beautiful lake that is very popular in summer (with a beach, water sports, horse riding centre, tree climbing, etc.) and in the Mollières woods.
