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Pilat - From Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez to Longes
This hike takes us to Les Roches de Marlin, which is somewhat overgrown with broom and other vegetation, and the beautiful flower-filled village of Longes. Don't forget to enjoy the beautiful views of the Gier valley and the crosses at almost every crossroads.
Discover the beech forests in the municipality of Pavezin
Most of this hike takes place in beech forests. It is perfect on sunny or windy days. It overlooks the village of Pavezin.
The Way of the Cross in Pavezin
More than fourteen crosses to discover on this hike around Pavezin.
Around the Couzon Dam
Walk in the Pilat, 6 km from Rive de Gier, around the beautiful Lake Barrage du Couzon.
Couzon Dam, Les Roches de Marlin, Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
Walk to the Roches de Marlin and return along the Lac du Couzon. On the way, you can visit the former Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez.
From the Couzon Dam to Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
Discover Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez and its Chartreuse in the Pilat region, starting from the dam on the Couzon.
Couzon dam
This is a beautiful hike that allows you to see different landscapes: lake, forest, path and, finally, the river bed as you pass over a pretty aqueduct. This hike is a shorter variation in the opposite direction to the hike I found on this website, called 'Around the Couzon Dam'.
The Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez
Hike in the Pilat Massif with views of the Rhône Valley.
Circulars in the Pilat from the Col du Pavezin
In the footsteps of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Doctor Odouard, a circular eight between the Cols de Pavezin and Doizieu.
The first part leads to the Croix de Montvieux via the ruins of the Château de Bélize and the Crêts des Quatregrains, with a beautiful view of the Pîlât mountains. The second part goes to the Collet de Doizieux via pleasant forest tracks and views of Pélusin and the Rhône valley. The return route passes through the Neufond woods with two beautiful screes and the Baronnette trails.
From Col de Pavezin to Col de Grenouze via Mont Ministre
Hike through the forest from one pass to another via Mont Ministre, alternating between panoramic views of the Pilat massif and the Rhône valley. Along the way, there are a few remarkable sites: Grotte des Fées (Fairy Cave) and the Old Chapel.
There are places to eat at both passes, or you can stop for a picnic at Col de Grenouze.
Take care on the descent from the forest track to the Vieille Chapelle: it is a narrow, fairly steep path that can be slippery in wet weather.
Bélize Castle and Crêt de Baronnette Tower
An easy route to discover the Crêt de Baronnette and the Celtic site of the Château de Bélize, in the Pilat Regional Nature Park. A half-day walk, perfect before or after lunch.
Panoramic view of Mont Monnet from the Col de Grenouze
Magnificent panoramic view of the Alps on a clear day. Partially shaded return route through the woods. Somewhat strenuous climb but no technical difficulty.
Stroll between Farnay and Vergelas
A short walk to do with children (but not with a pushchair!). The start is quite steep for little ones, but the rest is fairly easy.
Mont Monnet from Longes
A very beautiful hike that allows you to discover some very interesting places, especially the beautiful village of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, with magnificent views along the entire route.
Cross trails in Farnay
A pleasant circular walk starting from Farnay. Fully marked in white and yellow as Farnay 3 route. Two other walks start from behind the town hall and are signposted. This is the longest, but it is possible to shorten it by 3 km.
Tour of Mont Ministre and Mont Monnet
The hike combines the Odouard and Jean-Jacques Rousseau trails, starting from Chuyer. The first part, to the south-east, on the Odouard trail, offers beautiful views of the Rhône valley. At the Col de Grenouze, the small loop takes you up to Mont Monnet: orientation table, beautiful view in good weather over the valley, the Vercors and the Alps (Mont Blanc). Forest paths then follow the Jean-Jacques Rousseau trail to the Col de Pavezin, and return via the Odouard trail.
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