Vatilieu walks

A family walk surrounded by works of art. With the added bonus of a splendid view of the Vercors.

This is a pleasant walk. You will pass through walnut groves and the valleys of the Chambarans foothills, enjoy the undergrowth and, at the end, take in the exceptional views of the Pre-Alps and the Alps, all enhanced by the sculptures of the "Arts aux 4 vents" at the end of the trail.

A circuit between Chantesse and Notre Dame de l'Osier through the chestnut trees, allowing you to discover a very pleasant little chapel.

This is a lovely route offering numerous panoramic views of the northern slopes of the Vercors. Halfway along the route, you will pass a very pretty chapel worthy of the Smurf village.

A lovely walk from Morette in the hills above Tullins. In the woods or on the hillsides, there are magnificent landscapes to discover along the trails. A nice climb in the direction we took it. It's easier in the other direction.

A very varied walk. In the first part, you walk alongside magnificent ponds covered with water lilies. The return via Camp de César offers magnificent views of the Bièvre plain and the surrounding mountains.

Wind through the valleys between Brion and Saint-Michel-de-Saint-Geoirs, then climb up to the ridge where you will have 360° views of Mezenc, Pilat, the Plaine de la Bièvre, the Chartreuse, Belledone, and the Vercors. End by walking through Mouillasson forest to get back to your vehicle.

This hike will take you into the charming Gorges du Gorgonnet. It is a family-friendly route. However, caution is advised. Although the trail is wide and comfortable, there are no guardrails in some places, so keep an eye on children. At the end of the gorges, they can enjoy a natural swimming pool with particularly clear (and cold) water.

Please note: due to a major landslide, this hike is currently not possible. You start by walking along the Isère river through walnut trees. You then climb up the foothills of the Vercors, before returning via the Gaffe footbridge and the wild, steep-sided Gorgonnet gorges.

This is a fairly short trail through the village of Izeaux. It takes you around the centre of the village, and offers some lovely views of the village.Take a few 'tracolets' through the heart of the village, and you'll discover some of the remarkable features of Izeaux.

From the village of Izeaux, you climb up to the Domaine de Parménie where you can admire the charming Chapelle de Notre-Dame de la Croix. From the orientation table, you will have a panoramic view from the Mont du Chat in the Ain to the peaks of the north-east of the Vercors.

The first part of the walk takes place in the coolness of the Chambaran forest. Then you walk along the ridge and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

A bucolic hike in the Chambaran with superb views of the Vercors and, in particular, the Grand Veymont.

Pretty steep-sided gorge through which the Nan torrent flows. You can take a dip in the torrent in summer. A wooded trail that is lovely to stroll along. This hike can be split into two parts. In summer, only the gorges are interesting, as the Gerlette waterfall may be dry. Best done in spring when the waters are flowing freely.

A pleasant walk in magnificent surroundings along the Nan, returning through the Malême forest to where it all began, in the pretty little village of Cognin-les-Gorges. You can enjoy the coolness of the river in summer.

Visit a Lasallian site located on the hill of Parménie above Tullins, Renage and Beaucroissant.

This is a varied walk, alternating between woods and pond banks. You can enjoy a few views of the Chartreuse peaks and, if the weather is very clear, even the highest peak of Mont Blanc.

A remarkable walk in the Écouges forest, classified as a protected sensitive area. This walk is very family-friendly and suitable for children in pushchairs. However,be careful at the viewpoint as the walk is high up.

This walk presents no major difficulties. It climbs the foothills of the Chambarans and offers many beautiful panoramic views of the Vercors and a few of the Chartreuse. The paths taken are either wide stony tracks or small tarmac roads.