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Route des 4 châteaux: from Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey to Mont Luisandre
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.52 mi
+2,602 ft
-2,585 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey (Ain)
An easy walk forming part of a route of around 30 km linking 4 medieval castles (the 4 Castles Route).
The 4 Castles Route – Saint Rambert en Bugey – Saint Germain * alternative route
7.82 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,870 ft
5h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey (Ain)
This route forms part of a route of around 30 km linking four medieval castles (the ‘Circuit des 4 châteaux’).
This is a less demanding alternative to the walk of the same name, and is accessible all year round.
Around Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey
Visorando Member
8.65 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,821 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey (Ain)
This hike takes place mainly in the forest in the hinterland of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey and on the heights of Mont Charvet.
Circular walk from La Falconnière to the Crêt de Pont via Serrières
14.97 mi
+3,373 ft
-3,356 ft
9h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey (Ain)
This long circular route starting from the Albarine Valley takes you across several of the Bugey’s ridges, bringing you close to the Chartreuse de Porte area before returning via the Câline Valley. The climb to the Rochers de la Falconnière is steep and equipped with handrails. The rest of the ridge walk, from the Balcon de la Falconnière to the Crêt St-Martin and then on to the Crêt de Pont via the Golet d’Ars, follows easy forest tracks. The descent is long, starting off steeply through the forest, then, after a short stretch of flat road, involves a slight climb to pass through the village of Blanaz.
Tour of the cathedral from Oncieu
6.46 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,414 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Oncieu (Ain)
A very pretty, shaded route that follows the valley carved out by the Ruisseau du Buinand stream, then goes around the summit of La Cathédrale via Résinand to La Croix d'Évosges, with a magnificent view of the circular village of Oncieu.
Descent to Oncieu via the Facteur route.
Montferrand, Cleyzieu, Mont de l’Ange circular loop
8.20 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,667 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Torcieu (Ain)
A lovely walk, starting from Montferrand, which will take you through two villages: Cleyzieu and Mont de l'Ange. Be prepared for a few sections along the riverbank.
On the Cleyzieu plateau in the Bugey region
11.28 mi
+2,087 ft
-2,087 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Torcieu (Ain)
This walk offers a lovely route across the Cleyzieu plateau, starting from Montferrand (Torcieu).The main challenge is the climb up to the Grottes du Crochet, where you’ll need to be careful in wet weather (trekking poles recommended).Given the length of the route, the walk has been classified as ‘Difficult’.
Château des Allymes and Mont Luisandre
9.46 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,306 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ambérieu-en-Bugey (Ain)
A beautiful hike from the Château des Allymes, mostly in the forest, on little-used paths.
Passes by Mont Luisandre and the ruins of its14th-century castle. Beautiful view of Allymes Castle and the Ambérieu plain.
Of course, you can visit Allymes Castle at the end of the hike.
Mont Luisandre - L'Abergement de Varey
10.73 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,896 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ambérieu-en-Bugey (Ain)
A beautiful hike on the western edge of the Bugey (Revermont) through hills and valleys, across combes and ridges, forests and pastures. Viewpoint and panorama of Mont Luisandre, plus others along the way.
Croix des Moines, Mont Charvet, Mont Luisandre and Allymes from Torcieu
12.70 mi
+3,704 ft
-3,704 ft
9h 05
Difficult
Departure from Torcieu (Ain)
A circular route through the Bugey and its forests, featuring two steep and rugged sections to climb from Torcieu via the Rochers des Moines and descend towards the end along the ridge of the Rocher de la Cha area. The rest of the route is through woodland and unchallenging but relatively long, with a series of ascents and descents. The view from Mont Luisandre is sweeping, and this circular route allows you to visit two of the castles on the so-called “Four Castles” route.
Torcieu - Mont Charvet - Château des Allymes - Croix des Moines
12.03 mi
+3,458 ft
-3,445 ft
8h 35
Difficult
Departure from Torcieu (Ain)
The proposed route, which is almost circular, provides access to the Château des Allymes from Torcieu.
This is a somewhat challenging hike with two distinct sections:
- steep sections above Torcieu (requiring the use of your hands at times),
- long stretches with a series of ascents and descents without excessive gradients.
Most of the route is through woodland (with limited views).
Walking poles are recommended, especially in wet conditions.
Tour of Cleyzieu via the Falconnière balcony
4.61 mi
+925 ft
-902 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cleyzieu (Ain)
Cleyzieu is a charming village in the Bugey region. This easy hike offers several viewpoints. It passes through both woodland and open areas.
Loop trail around the Jargoy plateau
10.89 mi
+2,425 ft
-2,425 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Argis (Ain)
Steep hike offering superb views of the Jargoy plateau and the village of Oncieu.
Suerme plateau from Argis
7.99 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,759 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Argis (Ain)
From Argis, a beautiful, easy climb to the Suerme Plateau. Beautiful unobstructed views along almost the entire route, over the Albarine valley and gorges to the north, east and south, and to the west over the Ain plain.
Update: see reviews dated 02/06/2025 and 25/02/2026 and the description between (10) and (11)
Évosges / Oncieu
14.37 mi
+3,392 ft
-3,396 ft
9h 35
Difficult
Departure from Argis (Ain)
Setting out to do the "Plateau de Jargoy Village d'Oncieu" hike described by Chassaignon, we got it wrong at the start, which shortened the route. In the end, having arrived ahead of schedule, we looked for where the "correct" start point was... and set off again for another go.
The Mountain of Suerme
5.06 mi
+837 ft
-856 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Arandas (Ain)
A short, gentle circular loop around Montagne de Suerme, with some beautiful views. A short stretch of tarmac road but no traffic.
The Golet d'Ars
6.20 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,171 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cleyzieu (Ain)
Perfect for hot days as it is very shady under beautiful high-altitude coniferous and deciduous forests (between 625 and 920 metres above sea level), on trails and good forest paths through the beautiful landscapes of the Bugey, offering a wide panorama of the cliff. In autumn, you can pick blackberries, hazelnuts and walnuts along the way.
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