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Thoissey walks
Route north of Thoissey
Tourist office
6.13 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Thoissey (Ain)
This walk follows the banks of the Saône and passes through the village of Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne and the town of Thoissey. You will pass, in particular, the private Château de Challes.
APEL 2013 family walk 10 km
Visorando Member
6.30 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Family walk for the APEL association of Saint Joseph secondary school.
Long route: 2½ hours.
Route des Jonquilles in Garnerans
4.00 mi
+66 ft
-75 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Garnerans (Ain)
Enjoy this short hike in the bucolic countryside behind the village of Garnerans.
Route du Val de Chalaronne in Saint-Étienne-sur-Chalaronne
7.43 mi
+397 ft
-397 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
This bucolic hike will take you from hamlet to hamlet around the village of Saint-Étienne-sur-Chalaronne.
Route from Bois de Vavres to Montceaux
7.26 mi
+272 ft
-289 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montceaux (Ain)
This hike takes you through the woods around the village of Montceaux. Along the way, discover the ponds, the ruins of an oil mill and the private castle of La Bâtie.
Walk around Montceaux
3.73 mi
+194 ft
-207 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Montceaux (Ain)
Starting from the leisure area (Montceaux stadium), this circular route takes you through meadows and woodland around the village of Montceaux. You can explore the Calonne, a stream that runs through the village, and the ruins of the oil mill.
Around Juliénas in Beaujolais
11.22 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,873 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Juliénas (Rhône)
A hike in Beaujolais through vineyards and forests, starting from Juliénas near Belleville. This hike can be shortened or lengthened (see description).
On the roads of Southern Burgundy in Macon
6.99 mi
+807 ft
-781 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Chaintré (Saône-et-Loire)
A hike along the balconies in the south of Burgundy through the vineyards.
Peaks and Chateaus in South Burgundy
12.06 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,699 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chaintré (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely route along the paths of sunny Burgundy. Leaving Chaintré, we reach the crests of the mountains, with beautiful views of the Bois de Fée, Mont de Pouilly and La Grange du Bois. Along the way, we come across several fine castles: Château des Rontés, Château de Chasselas, Château de Leynes, Château de Lavérnette.
Boucle Bleue in Chiroubles
6.55 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,243 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chiroubles (Rhône)
11 km loop in the commune of Chiroubles. Alternating paths through the vineyards, meadows and woods. Magnificent views. Blue markings.
Red Loop in Chiroubles
10.24 mi
+1,929 ft
-1,923 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chiroubles (Rhône)
17 km loop in the commune of Chiroubles. Alternating paths through the vineyards, meadows and woods. Magnificent views over the Saône plain and as far as Mont Blanc.
From Chiroubles to the Col de Durbize
3.88 mi
+758 ft
-764 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Chiroubles (Rhône)
A short walk to get in shape through the Beaujolais vineyards.
Circular Chiroubles via La Madone de Fleurie
7.49 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chiroubles (Rhône)
This hike will take you from Chiroubles to the Chapel of the Madonna of Fleurie and then back to Chiroubles via the Col des Labourons.
Route des Minimes au Paradis in Montmerle-sur-Saône
7.55 mi
+315 ft
-318 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Montmerle-sur-Saône (Ain)
From the Minimes site to the Croix du Paradis in Guéreins, walk along the heights of the Val de Saône with views of the Monts du Beaujolais before returning along the towpath by the river.
The castles of Vataneins and Tavernost
4.73 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Francheleins (Ain)
This short walk will allow you to discover, from the road, the private châteaux of Tavernost and Vataneins.
The Green Beaujolais
11.56 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,985 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Jullié (Rhône)
This hike allows you to discover the upper Beaujolais region. The route is varied, passing through vineyards around the village and woods. It leads to the Rontécolon orientation table, the highest point of the route, and passes through the Col de la Sibérie, where there is a memorial to the martyrs of the Resistance.
The Chapel of Amareins and the Saône from Lurcy
7.47 mi
+302 ft
-289 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lurcy (Ain)
From Lurcy to Messimy-sur-Saône via the banks of the Saône, this walk gives you the chance to discover, along the way, the small chapel of Amareins, which dates back to the 11th century.
Over hills and through Vauxrenard
13.06 mi
+2,385 ft
-2,385 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Vauxrenard (Rhône)
Vauxrenard is one of the most beautiful sites in the Beaujolais region. The village clings to the edge of a natural amphitheatre, sloping towards Juliénas and the Saône valley. This hike offers a varied route through sloping vineyards, magnificent forests and panoramic views stretching as far as the Alps on a clear day.
Circular in the upper Mâconnais region starting from Chasselas
9.29 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chasselas (Saône-et-Loire)
A magnificent hike starting from Chasselas. You can enjoy the magnificent view of the two rocks, Solutré and Vergisson, from Mont de Pouilly, as well as the beautiful paths of the Grange du Bois. You will discover the wine-growing landscape as well as the fields and forests of the region with the Grange du Bois. A challenging hike that will delight lovers of the great outdoors.
Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne Arboretum
1.06 mi
+453 ft
-312 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Visit the Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne arboretum, which features many different species of trees. You can also explore a pond teeming with dragonflies of various colours in spring. A short and pleasant visit.
From the medieval town of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne to the arboretum
7.46 mi
+213 ft
-230 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Discover the medieval town of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne and its surroundings: passing through the medieval streets and the castle, you will discover the natural area of Prés Gaudet before exploring the Relevant valley, ending with a stroll through the arboretum.
Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne - Relevant
10.66 mi
+413 ft
-397 ft
5h 15
Easy
Departure from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (Ain)
Take a stroll through the valleys and plateau from this splendid little town.
Route from the Château de Fléchères to Messimy-sur-Saône
5.34 mi
+89 ft
-105 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Messimy-sur-Saône (Ain)
This hike will take you to the Grange du Diable (on the Rhône side) and past the Château de Fléchères.
Tour of the Éguillettes mountain
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.40 mi
+299 ft
-299 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Vauxrenard (Rhône)
This easy walk is designed to help you discover the geological, historical and legendary features of the Éguillettes massif.
The Cimes circuit in Odenas
9.22 mi
+1,775 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Odenas (Rhône)
This hike follows the Rouge d'Odenas trail. Through the vineyards, it leads to Mont Brouilly and its chapel overlooking the Saône valley, offering a beautiful panorama of the Beaujolais mountains, the Bresse, the Dombes and the Monts d'Or. The second climb leads to the Beaujolais moors and offers beautiful views of the green Beaujolais region and, on clear days, the Alps.
Discovering Mont Brouilly
5.92 mi
+843 ft
-853 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Odenas (Rhône)
Discover the vineyards of Brouilly and Côte De Brouilly and enjoy a splendid view of the Ain plain and, on a clear day, catch a glimpse of Mont Blanc. You will also pass close to some of the châteaux that are the pride of our region.
Ascent of the Roche de Solutré
2.02 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A family hike offering magnificent views of the Mâconnais vineyards and, if the sky is clear, much further afield towards the Mont Blanc Massif.
Solutré - Vergisson - Mont de Pouilly via the Grange du Bois
12.91 mi
+2,438 ft
-2,444 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
At the foot of the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson, you can admire the spectacular geology of these two rocky outcrops and their peaks. You will enjoy superb panoramic views of the Beaujolais, the Saône Valley and the Val Lamartine.This long route takes you along theGR®®76 trailthrough the cool forest of the Bois des Bruyères.On the way back, you can admire Chasselas, Mâcon, the Saône Valley and even the Alps from the Grange du Bois and the summit of Mont de Pouilly.
At the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson
6.55 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,529 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A shorter version of the long circular route starting from La Grange du Bois (featured on this site), done with children aged 7 to 12 who thoroughly enjoyed it!
Mont de Pouilly, and the Hills of Solutré and Vergisson
11.07 mi
+2,188 ft
-2,188 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
Wonderful hike in Burgundy to discover "Solutré" (a landmark) and the "Rock of Vergisson”.
In uncle’s footsteps
4.37 mi
+945 ft
-938 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
A delightful stroll through boxwood and vineyards, with the added bonus of a splendid panoramic view from the top of the famous Roche de Solutré.The return journey, via the north, takes you off the official route and away from the tourist traffic.
Panoramic views of the rocky outcrops and châteaux of the Mâconnais vineyards
6.25 mi
+348 ft
-1,404 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Solutré-Pouilly (Saône-et-Loire)
This stage begins opposite the Roches de Solutré and Vergisson, classified as a Grand Site de France, with a panoramic view of the Jura mountain ranges and Mont Blanc. You pass through two natural areas of ecological, faunistic and floristic interest (ZNIEFF) and renowned vineyards (Pouilly-Fuissé, Pouilly-Vinzelles), overlooking the châteaux of Chasselas and Vinzelles.
Route de la Mâtre to Chaleins
4.73 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Chaleins (Ain)
Explore the area around Chaleins and the banks of the Mâtre for a countryside walk.
From the lower Beaujolais to the upper ridges
11.07 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,942 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne (Rhône)
Walk among the vineyards of the lower Beaujolais, the forests and the ridges above.
Paths and trails marked in yellow with signs.
Loop of Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne via Sainte-Marie
4.69 mi
+873 ft
-896 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne (Rhône)
Climb up to the plateau of the Sainte-Marie farm, starting from the centre of the village of Saint-Étienne-la-Varenne and passing through the Trou du Loup. The hike returns to the starting point through the vineyards.
Route des chapelles et des châteaux à Saint-André-de-Bâgé
Local authority
6.08 mi
+105 ft
-135 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-de-Bâgé (Ain)
As you wander along the quiet, shaded paths, you’ll encounter a succession of magnificent views and gems of the local heritage, such as the Romanesque church of Saint-André-de-Bâgé, the châteaux of Montépin and La Griffonnière, the remains of the ramparts of Bâgé-le-Châtel, the chapel of Aigrefeuille and beautiful country houses nestled in the valleys.
The summit of Signal de la Mère Boitier from Serrières
10.18 mi
+1,988 ft
-1,991 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Serrières (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Hike from Serrières to the summit of Signal de la Mère Boitier
This hike largely follows the yellow-marked Mâcon Tourisme route (14 km | 4 hours 40 minutes on foot), which can be downloaded here, and another part of the Crêtes route, marked in blue from Mère Boitier to the hamlet of Les Guérins.
Route de la Madone in the commune of Blacé
3.58 mi
+545 ft
-548 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Blacé (Rhône)
In the commune of Blacé, discover this 5 km trail, the Madone, built to protect the harvests, and enjoy the orientation table offering a panoramic view of the Monts du Lyonnais on the border with Burgundy and, on a clear day, Mont Blanc.
Les Béragnons route in the commune of Blacé
6.25 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Blacé (Rhône)
A 10 km circular that winds through the vineyards of Blacé and along the old Voie du Tacot road, passing through the village of Saint-Julien and near the Claude Bernard Museum.
Le grand circuit de Blacé
15.59 mi
+2,073 ft
-2,057 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Blacé (Rhône)
Randonnez sur ce sentier de 25 km et partez à la découverte du patrimoine blacéen, sa viticulture, ses panoramas, ses vieilles demeures. Ce circuit est une synthèse des trois autres circuits de la commune de Blacé et reprend en partie ces derniers (la Madone 5 km, les Béragnons 10 km et les Têtières 16 km).
Les Têtiéres route in the commune of Blacé
9.98 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,857 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Blacé (Rhône)
Overlooking the Saône valley, the trail crosses the Beaujolais vineyards and climbs the Col du Failly through a forest of deciduous and coniferous trees. A break at the Chapelle de Saint-Bonnet chapel will reveal the beauty of the panorama over the Saône Valley and the Beaujolais region.
Circuit le Sallerin / le Sovarin de la commune de Blacé
12.55 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,287 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Blacé (Rhône)
Surplombant la vallée de la Saône, le sentier traverse les vignes du Beaujolais et passe par le bas du vallon de Rochefolle pour rejoindre l'acrobranche de Blacé, en traversant le ruisseau le Sallerin / le Sovarin et traverse une forêt de feuillus et de résineux. Une pause à la Chapelle de Saint-Bonnet révélera la beauté du panorama sur le Val de Saône et le Beaujolais.
