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Semons walks
From Semons to Étang Cadenas
Visorando Member 
5.26 mi
+545 ft
-545 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Semons (Isère)
This short walk takes place mainly in the heart of the Semons Forest. It is ideal in hot weather and takes you past several ponds.
The Coquet Pond in Arzay
Visorando Member 
3.69 mi
+285 ft
-276 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Arzay (Isère)
This short, easy walk offers beautiful views of the surrounding peaks, winds through the forest and takes you past three pretty ponds.
Commelle, the valley of the Ruisseau du Moulin
Visorando Member 
6.07 mi
+525 ft
-522 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Commelle (Isère)
A short, easy, shaded walk, ideal for a summer morning.
The Clock Tower and Saint Hugon Chapel
Visorando Member 
8.80 mi
+971 ft
-965 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lieudieu (Isère)
This walk presents no major difficulties apart from the distance. The first part takes place mainly in the woods, the second in the Dauphiné bocage. It will take you past several ponds, up to the Clock Tower, and to the amazing Saint-Hugon Chapel.
The Monks' Path in Lieudieu
Visorando Member 
6.17 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lieudieu (Isère)
This walk is not difficult. It alternates between woodland and the Dauphiné bocage. It takes you past three beautiful residences: the fortified house of Cazeneuve, Bonnevaux Castle and Avril (or Arzay) Castle, as well as a few ponds.
From Ornacieux to Étang du Marais
Visorando Member 
5.57 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ornacieux (Isère)
This is an easy walk. You start from the village of Ornacieux-Balbins, on the side of the wooded moraine, and descend into the Liers plain. You will reach the Étang and the Marais de Faramans.
In good weather, you can enjoy interesting views of the surrounding mountains.
La Côte Saint-André through the ridges
Visorando Member 
6.86 mi
+997 ft
-1,007 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ornacieux (Isère)
This route, which passes by two viewpoint indicators, offers amazing views over plaine de la Bièvre and the Vercors and the Chartreuse mountain ranges.
Bossieu - Chemin des Moines and the ponds
Visorando Member 
5.28 mi
+348 ft
-351 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bossieu (Isère)
In the heart of the Bonnevaux Forest, this is an easy, short walk with plenty of shade in summer.
You will walk alongside several ponds.
The Parapluie route in Faramans
Visorando Member 
6.93 mi
+348 ft
-344 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Faramans (Isère) (Isère)
This walk has no significant elevation gain. The outward journey takes place in the western part of the Liers plain, on a small asphalt road and then on wide stone paths. The return journey follows the ridge of the wooded Faramans moraine.
Bonnevaux Forest from Saint-Christophe
Visorando Member 5.21 mi
+302 ft
-325 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Châtonnay (Isère)
A pleasant, easy walk through the woods, ideal in hot weather. The route takes you past several ponds, most of which are accessible for viewing (or picnicking).
The Étangs de Nantoin
Visorando Member 
6.65 mi
+669 ft
-656 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Nantoin (Isère)
An easy walk among the ponds in the heart of the Nantoin Forest. At the end of the walk, you will be rewarded with a splendid view of the Liers plain, the Chartreuse, the Alps and the Vercors.
The hillside of La Côte Saint-André
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6.33 mi
+728 ft
-725 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
You climb the hillside of La Côte Saint-André (ND de Sciez) from where you have a remarkable view: from the Monts du Pilat in the west to the Mont du Chat in the north-east, passing through the Vercors, Belledonne and Chartreuse.
From certain vantage points, on clear days you can even see the summit of Mont Blanc.
On the way back, you will pass by the village's main attractions.
Béatrix route
Visorando Member 
7.03 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,050 ft
4h 10
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
This route takes you to the heights of Balbins and Ornacieux. It offers beautiful views of the Bièvre and Liers plains as well as the Vercors and Chartreuse mountains.
From the Château Louis XI to Notre-Dame du Mont
Visorando Member 
5.05 mi
+659 ft
-650 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Côte-Saint-André (Isère)
A short walk on the La Côte-Saint-André moraine with beautiful panoramic views. You will pass by the Notre-Dame du Mont site in Gillonnay. There are no difficulties to be feared, except for a steep hill.
Pommiers de Beaurepaire: forests, ponds and mountain views
Visorando Member 
6.39 mi
+541 ft
-564 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pommier-de-Beaurepaire (Isère)
An easy route alternating between hills, forests, ponds and views of the mountains in the distance. A superb 360° panorama in the village of Pommiers-de-Beaurepaire.
From the village of Sardieu to the Bois des Burettes
Visorando Member 
6.18 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sardieu (Isère)
A lovely, easy walk (no elevation gain) in the heart of the Bièvre plain. On a clear day, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. You will also pass by the charming ponds of the Bois des Burettes.
The Two V Route in Champier
Visorando Member 
8.93 mi
+633 ft
-623 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Champier (Isère)
The only difficulty with this walk is its length. It will allow you to wander through the heart of the Dauphiné countryside. Here and there, it offers views of the surrounding peaks: Chartreuse, Vercors, Monts du Pilat, Monts du Lyonnais.
The two V's are the localities of Vernondière and Vernay.
Tour of the Bois de Gourand in Champier
Visorando Member 
6.13 mi
+653 ft
-643 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Champier (Isère)
This walk alternates between countryside and forest, with a very reasonable elevation gain. It also offers some beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.
Around Sainte-Anne-sur-Gervonde
Visorando Member 
5.93 mi
+433 ft
-459 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Anne-sur-Gervonde (Isère)
A short walk in the countryside of northern Isère. The first part takes you across the open plateau, the second through more enclosed valleys, alongside several ponds.
Between Gère and Auron
Visorando Member 
6.63 mi
+784 ft
-774 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villeneuve-de-Marc (Isère)
A charming walk that alternates between forest and countryside. It takes place alternately on dirt tracks and small asphalt roads. The elevation gain is divided into three distinct phases and is therefore not too arduous.
Between Bonnevaux and Varèze
Visorando Member 
6.27 mi
+249 ft
-279 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-de-l'Herms (Isère)
This is an easy walk. It is shaded and passes by numerous ponds.
Route of the two "Varèze" in Saint-Julien-de-l'Herms
Visorando Member 
5.01 mi
+253 ft
-256 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Julien-de-l'Herms (Isère)
This is an easy walk, alternating between woodland and hedgerow.
There are several fords, which may be more or less difficult depending on the water level.
Montjoux Pond
Visorando Member 
5.27 mi
+344 ft
-341 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Bournay (Isère)
A short walk that will take you to the Étang de Monjoux and its educational trail. On the way back, you will pass in front of the Saint-Pierre Chapel in Bournay.
Circular starting from Saint-Jean-de-Bournay
Visorando Member 
7.64 mi
+577 ft
-561 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Bournay (Isère)
A very pleasant walk in the heart of the valleys of northern Isère. Apart from the distance, there are no difficulties to be feared. The elevation changes are well distributed. The walk takes place in a triangle between Saint-Jean-de-Bournay, Artas and Charantonnay.
Route of the two chapels in Gillonnay
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8.35 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A pleasant, varied little hike that takes you through the narrow streets of La-Côte-Saint-André, then along the ridges to enjoy beautiful views of the mountains.
The Isère between Bièvre and Terres Froides
Visorando Member 
12.80 mi
+1,749 ft
-1,722 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
Route along the ridges between the plains of Bièvre and Liers with beautiful views of the Alpine foothills. Villages with beautiful Dauphiné architecture, castles and ruins, pilgrimage sites.
The ruins of Bocsozel Castle from Gillonnay
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6.60 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,168 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A short walk on the moraine between the Bièvre and Liers plains, with views of the surrounding mountains. You will go to the Château de Bocsozel and return via the Château Pointière.
Circular ridge from the Chapelle Notre-Dame du Mont
Visorando Member 4.11 mi
+338 ft
-322 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
A lovely little circular on the heights of Gillonnay, starting from the Chapel of Notre-Dame du Mont, with a beautiful view of Parménie and, above all, the Vercors. The chapel is worth a visit. This route is superb in autumn! Be careful, in the height of summer, there is practically no shade.
Saint-Jean route starting from Villeneuve-de-Marc
Visorando Member 
7.31 mi
+879 ft
-889 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Villeneuve-de-Marc (Isère)
A short route through the countryside and valleys of northern Isère. On days with good visibility, you can enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.
From Bois d'Autimont to Bois des Burettes in Pajay
Visorando Member 
6.22 mi
+269 ft
-253 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Pajay (Isère)
This circular route passes through the Autimont forest before descending into the Pajay plain. It then enters the Burettes forest and returns to Pajay.
A notable feature on the descent before the plain is a cross dating from 1840 at the corner of a house at the Serclier crossroads. There is a beautiful view of the Chartreuse massif whilst crossing the plain. A pleasant walk thanks to its varied landscapes, including forest and ponds.
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Wallaby circuit
Visorando Member 
6.19 mi
+308 ft
-308 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pajay (Isère)
A short walk in the heart of the Pajay plain, but which climbs the hill at the end. It takes place on small, quiet roads or good gravel paths.
The Bois des Burettes tour
Visorando Member 2.98 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Marcilloles (Isère)
A short walk in the heart of the Bièvre plain. An oasis of calm and greenery.
Gillonnay - Pissieu
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15.64 mi
+784 ft
-1,017 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Gillonnay (Isère)
Eighth stage from east to west on the Way of St James. You are now on the Via Gebennensis – GR®65 or the ‘Route du Puy’ – which is undoubtedly the best-known route as it most closely follows the historical path to Santiago de Compostela.
For this8th stage, you will walk mainly through fields and forests, punctuated by a strong cultural identity at La Côte Saint-André and also in villages such as Ornacieux or Balbins, with the Saint-Michel Chapel offering a magnificent 360° panorama.
Combes à Royas route
Visorando Member 
4.57 mi
+640 ft
-620 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Royas (Isère)
This is a short walk with no great difficulty, except for a steep hill at the start.
The bocage of Éclose and the Forêt du Roi
Visorando Member 7.43 mi
+522 ft
-509 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Eclose (Isère)
An unpretentious walk through the Éclose bocage and the Forêt du Roi.
The Tramolé to Culin loop
Visorando Member 
8.08 mi
+564 ft
-587 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Culin (Isère)
A walk along the paths and small tarmac roads of northern Isère. It presents one challenge: a steep, rutted descent that may worry occasional walkers. Otherwise, there is little elevation gain.
The Devil's Stone route in Artas
Visorando Member 
8.63 mi
+778 ft
-764 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Artas (Isère)
This is a walk with little elevation gain and no difficulty, except for the distance. You will stroll through the rolling countryside of northern Isère. As a bonus, you can walk around the Pierre du Diable (Devil's Rock) and maybe even climb it!
From the Côtes du Suzon to the Bas Pommier de Beaurepaire
Visorando Member 6.21 mi
+364 ft
-361 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Pommier-de-Beaurepaire (Isère)
A lovely walk through forest and open countryside, suitable for all seasons. In wet weather, wait a few days as this route crosses the Suzon riverbed. Although close to Saint-Barthélémy and Beaurepaire, the section along the Suzon offers a very pleasant feeling of being in the countryside, far from civilisation. A 10 km or 8.2 km walk – see practical information.
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Beaufort with its fountains and its plain
Visorando Member 
6.08 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Beaufort (Isère) (Isère)
The first part of this easy route runs alongside a Sensitive Protected Area, the Fontaines de Beaufort. It is home to unique wetland flora and fauna.
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Bressieux Castle as seen from Brezins
Visorando Member 
7.26 mi
+541 ft
-528 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brézins (Isère)
A short, easy walk apart from the climb up to the castle, from where you’ll have a beautiful view of the Bièvre plain and the peaks of the Pilat.
The Bois des Crottes route
Visorando Member 
6.55 mi
+843 ft
-843 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Beauvoir-de-Marc (Isère)
A varied walk that alternates between forest and farmland landscapes. It does not present any major difficulties.
In the valleys and on the plateau around Les Éparres
Visorando Member 8.50 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,063 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Les Éparres (Isère)
A beautiful hike offering stunning views of the Bugey Mountains, the Épine Massif and the Chartreuse, with the Alps in the background.
The Grand Suzon valley
Visorando Member 
7.32 mi
+361 ft
-341 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Barthélemy (Isère)
An easy walk, despite the distance. You will walk either through the heart of the plateau's crops or through woods. To finish, you will descend the very pretty Grand Suzon valley. The stream is often dry, but... not always!
If the weather is clear, you can enjoy some beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.
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