Vaulx-en-Velin walks

Miribel Jonage Park

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Parc de Miribel Jonage

Departure from Vaulx-en-Velin (Rhône)

A beautiful winter walk in a park entirely dedicated to leisure activities. Please note: Several reports indicate that it is not possible to walk around the lake

Bonnevay – Feyssine – Les Brotteaux

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Bonnevay - Feyssine - Les Brotteaux

Departure from Villeurbanne (Rhône)

Easy walk. Public transport is available nearby at the start and along the second part of the route, allowing you to shorten or extend this walk.

Le Grand Large and the Jonage Canal

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Le Grand Large et le Canal de Jonage

Departure from Décines-Charpieu (Rhône)

Discover this leisure area located a stone's throw from Lyon, accessible by tram, and also immerse yourself in the nature of the Miribel Park marshes to discover its fauna and flora.

A breath of fresh air in Lyon between the Saône and Rhône rivers.

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Bol d'air lyonnais entre Saône et Rhône.

Departure from Rillieux-la-Pape (Rhône)

This urban yet bucolic walk allows you to discover the wild banks of the Rhône, the new Passerelle de la Paix footbridge, the Croix-Rousse tunnel in a gentle way, the newly developed banks of the Saône and the market garden plateau that supplies the city. The starting point is indicative. The walk can begin and end at virtually any point along the route.

Walk around the Grand Large Reservoir

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Balade autour du Réservoir du Grand Large

Departure from Décines-Charpieu (Rhône)

Take the time to enjoy the scenery and nature during your walk around the Grand Large! This peaceful setting is ideal for a contemplative break. Each season reveals different colours and atmospheres, making each walk a new discovery. Whether you are alone, with family or friends, the Grand Large offers a perfect escape into the heart of nature, conducive to relaxation and rejuvenation.

Between the quay and the plateau at the departure point in Caluire-et-Cuire

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Entre quai et plateau au départ de Caluire-et-Cuire

Departure from Caluire-et-Cuire (Rhône)

A semi-urban walk between the Rhône quay and the plateau, to see another side of Caluire-et-Cuire and Rillieux-la-Pape.

Green spaces in the eastern suburbs of Lyon

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Departure from Bron (Rhône)

A pleasant walk in Bron, alternating between streets and parks.

Discovering Lyon: from Tête d'Or to Fourvière

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À la découverte de Lyon : de la Tête d'Or à Fourvière

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

Hike through the heart of Lyon to discover the city.

Circular Val de Saône in Sathonay

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Departure from Sathonay-Village (Rhône)

Walk starting from the church in Sathonay-Village. Slight incline, easy walk for families. You will be able to see animals at two points along the walk: horses, donkeys, chickens, geese and ostriches.

Circular between Caluire and the Mont-d'Or communes

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Departure from Caluire-et-Cuire (Rhône)

Hike to discover the balmes (caves) of the Saône, cross the valleys and hills of the rich properties of the Mont-d'Or communes and return via Ile Barbe before climbing back up to the Jean Moulin Museum.

Parilly and Saint-Priest Parks

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Parcs de Parilly et de Saint-Priest

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

A lovely walk through the parks of south-east Lyon, starting from the Mermoz/Pinel metro station.

From the Balcon de Saint-Clair to the Parc de la Tête d'Or

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Du Balcon de Saint-Clair au Parc de la Tête d'Or

Departure from Caluire-et-Cuire (Rhône)

Starting from the heights of Cuire, this route first takes us past a viewpoint with sweeping panoramic views, then along the pleasant Balcon de Saint-Clair. After a steep descent, we cross the Rhône and stroll past modern sculptures. Crossing the Parc de la Tête d'Or is an opportunity to admire a renowned rose garden and visit the Île du Souvenir (when accessible). Finally, we climb steep stairs to return to the starting point.

Lyon's painted walls: open-air museum Tony Garnier

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Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

Stroll through the Tony Garnier open-air museum. The beautiful buildings of the Cité des États-Unis serve as a backdrop for the architect's plans for his ideal city of Lyon. Other street arts, colorful and symbolist, extrapolate this concept to other countries.

From Île Barbe to Bellecour

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Departure from Caluire-et-Cuire (Rhône)

An urban, family-friendly walk starting from the charming Île Barbe and heading towards the centre of Lyon.You walk along the Saône in peace and quiet on a footpath. You’ll enjoy the amenities and the few works of art dotted along the route.

Urban walk in Lyon Croix Rousse: its slopes and plateau

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Balade urbaine à Lyon Croix Rousse : ses pentes et son plateau

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

The aim of the route is to stroll through a few streets in the city of Lyon, between the north of the Presqu'île (Place des Terreaux) and the plateau of the Colline de la Croix-Rousse, while enjoying beautiful views (on the Rhône and Saône sides) at times.

Neighbourhoods and traboules in Lyon

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Quartiers et traboules à Lyon

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

Ce circuit permet de découvrir le centre lyonnais ainsi que les quartiers de Fourvière, Vieux-Lyon et Croix-Rousse, avec une descente de Croix-Rousse par quelques traboules.

From Place Bellecour to Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière near the traboules

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De la Place Bellecour à Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière près des traboules

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

An easy walk through Lyon via the Saint-Jean district, up to Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière, the Saint-Georges district and, finally, near the traboules, these narrow passages between the houses of the Saint-Jean district (see the websites for guided tours). A visit to the Roman amphitheatres is included, as well as a stop at the Jardin des Curiosités, a little green gem with one of the most beautiful views of Lyon. Departure from Place Bellecour.

From Place Bellecour to Parc de la Tête d'Or in Lyon

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De la Place Bellecour au Parc de la Tête d'Or à Lyon

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

This route allows you to walk along the banks of the Saône on the way there and the Rhône on the way back. Along the way, we will enjoy the sights of the peninsula (the writers' wall, the Lyonnais wall, Place des Terreaux, the town hall, the opera house). Halfway through, we will walk around the Parc de la Tête d'Or.

Between Fontaines-sur-Saône and Fontaines-Saint-Martin

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Entre Fontaines-sur-Saône et Fontaines-Saint-Martin

Departure from Fontaines-sur-Saône (Rhône)

A hike suitable for all, offering different viewpoints and remarkable landscapes, and an opportunity to discover nature and heritage.

The Bois des Côtes forest from Fontaines-Saint-Martin

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Le Bois des Côtes au départ de Fontaines-Saint-Martin

Departure from Fontaines-Saint-Martin (Rhône)

This route crosses the natural and agricultural site of the Vallon des Échets and the wetland area of the Ruisseau des Vosges. Once you arrive at the Madone site, at an altitude of 266 metres, you can enjoy an exceptional panorama of the Monts d'Or, the Saône valley, the cliffs of Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or, the Monts du Beaujolais and the Fourvière hill.

The most beautiful views of Lyon from Fourvière and Croix-Rousse

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Les plus belles vues sur Lyon depuis Fourvière et la Croix-Rousse

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

Starting from the Basilica of Fourvière (or Place Bellecour), the route allows you to enjoy the most beautiful views of the city. You will pass by many of Lyon's must-see churches, monuments and theatres. You will climb up to Croix-Rousse through almost all of the traboules (covered passageways) on the hill. A truly peaceful route with virtually no cars.

In the Saône Valley, starting from Fontaines-Saint-Martin

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Dans le Val de Saône au départ de Fontaines-Saint-Martin

Departure from Fontaines-Saint-Martin (Rhône)

A route very close to Lyon that offers a chance to get out into the countryside with an easy walk through fields, woods and along the banks of the Saône. This route passes through sensitive natural areas (the Torrières valley, the Prolières wetland) where the Metropolis has recently developed interpretive trails. Well worth (re)discovering...

Confluence district of Lyon

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Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

For several years now, Lyon's Confluence district, in the wake of the construction of the museum, has been undergoing a major transformation. Here, it is invited to discover its new face, where modernity meets history, in the exceptional setting of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.

Religious heritage of the capital of Gaul

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Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

Take a journey through time, from Romanesque architecture to Neo-Byzantine style, via Gothic, of course, and discover the churches of Lyon's 2nd and 5th arrondissements. The itinerary also takes in many other treasures of Lyon's heritage.

Mont Thou and Mont Cindre from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or

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Mont Thou et Mont Cindre depuis Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or

Departure from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

An easy loop starting from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or to reach the heights of the Monts d'Or towards Mont Thou. The return route passes via Mont Cindre. There are some lovely views and several drystone shelters to discover along the way.

Circular Monts d'Or starting from Saint Cyr au Mont d'Or

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Boucle des Monts d'Or au départ de Saint Cyr au Mont d'Or

Departure from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This circular loop follows part of the Man and Landscape Trail, with a slight elevation gain and no major difficulties.

A half-nature, half-city walk starting from Lyon Saint-Irénée

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Parcours balade mi-nature mi-citadine au départ de Lyon Saint-Irénée

Departure from Lyon (Rhône)

Route to be followed using GPS, semi-urban route, not practical with explanations. Starting from the Fort de Lyon Saint-Just, 500 metres from the Saint Just funicular, this is a half-nature, half-city walk. It passes through several parks and the pretty little Razes valley, followed by a nature trail along the Thiện Minh Pagoda. There is a beautiful view of Lyon and the Alps from the Esplanade Lichfield in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon.

Loop in the Monts d'Or starting from Saint-Romain

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Boucle dans les Monts d'Or au départ de Saint-Romain

Departure from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This loop follows the Grand Tour and Tour intérieur des Monts d'Or trails. We start at the Saint-Romain cemetery and head towards Mont Cindre via the Sentier des Rapaces trail. Towards Limonest, we walk alongside Château de la Barollière before climbing up to Mont Verdun. It's worth making a detour to visit the Glande lime kiln. This route offers beautiful panoramic views around Mont Cindre and Mont Verdun, towards Poleymieux and the heights of Saint-Romain.

Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or - Mont Thou loop

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Boucle Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or - Mont Thou

Departure from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This is an easy, shaded walk where you can see many orchids in April and a few restored drystone shelters. Mont Thou offers beautiful views of the Saône valley and the Ain plain, and even further depending on the weather. Drystone shelters are dry stone structures found in the Monts d'Or.

Between Mont Cindre and Mont Thou

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Entre Mont Cindre et Mont Thou

Departure from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

A slightly challenging hike with a significant climb right from the start, but the difficulty is quickly forgotten as the walk is very pleasant, offering a variety of landscapes, panoramic views and scenic trails.

Mont Thou from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or

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Departure from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

A circular route starting from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or, climbing up to Mont Thou with numerous viewpoints along the way. This is a circular route consisting mainly of footpaths with a few sections on roads.

Saint-Romain loop via Poleymieux and Curis-au-Mont-d'Or

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Boucle de Saint-Romain en passant par Poleymieux et Curis-au-Mont-d'Or

Departure from Saint-Romain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This double loop of around fifteen kilometres with a significant elevation gain will take you through some beautiful panoramas and places in the Monts d'Or. Starting from the pretty village of Saint-Romain, it will take you to the summit of Mont Thou with its magnificent panorama, then to the village of Poleymieux with its church and some beautiful drystone shelters. You will cross the grounds of Château de Curis and then walk through the woods to return to your starting point, passing by the enigmatic Demeure du Chaos.

Drystone shelters and trails in Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or

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Cabornes et sentiers à Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or

Departure from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

An easy hike to discover the drystone shelters of Mont-d'Or. The cabornes are huts built of dry stone, which were used as shelters and for storing tools by farmers. They were also sometimes used as dwellings.

On the heights of Fleurieu-sur-Saône

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Sur les hauteurs de Fleurieu-sur-Saône

Departure from Fleurieu-sur-Saône (Rhône)

A beautiful route, fairly challenging in the first third with alternating ascents and descents. Beautifully diverse landscapes. Magnificent panoramic view at the start of the route.

Circular around Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

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Boucle autour de Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

Departure from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This circular starting from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or will take you to the remains of the Monts d'Or Aqueduct, a charming little wash house and a few other ruins. The first and last thirds of the route follow marked trails, while the central part follows small unmarked paths.

A lovely tour of Lyon and its hills, taking in both of its hills

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Departure from La Mulatière (Rhône)

This day-long itinerary, featuring an optional but almost obligatory lunch break in a good Lyon restaurant, allows you to explore Lyon from below but, above all, from above, via its two hills, Fourvière and La Croix Rousse. A circular route of 17.8 km or less (15 km) if starting from Saint-Georges. Numerous tourist attractions and notable sites in Lyon line this route, offering a feast for the eyes!

From Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or to St Romain-au-Mont-d'Or via Mont Thoux

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De Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or à St Romain-au-Mont-d'Or par le Mont Thoux

Departure from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

A Short yet tough hike through the Monts d'Or. Very nice in good weather and on dry ground.

Between woods and fields in Montanay

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Entre bois et champs à Montanay

Departure from Montanay (Rhône)

A short route suitable for lockdown with moderate elevation. The first part is through the woods of Montanay and the second

Route country on the Saône plateau in Montanay

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Circuit champêtre sur le plateau de Saône à Montanay

Departure from Montanay (Rhône)

A lovely route through fields on the Val de Saône plateau on the outskirts of the village of Montanay. Good country lanes, limited elevation gain, but with one or two fairly steep and earthy sections (passing through valleys) that can be slippery in wet weather.

Walk in the forest on the heights of Neuville

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Promenade en forêt sur les hauteurs de Neuville

Departure from Neuville-sur-Saône (Rhône)

Most of the walk is in the forest. The paths are pleasant, with quite a few small stones on the ground. In rainy weather or after heavy rain, the path may be muddy or even impassable in places (not sure, to be checked). The end of the walk is not in the shade, so it can get hot in the sun. Moderator's warning: a section of the route is now closed. Please wait for a detour to be put in place.

Banks of the Saône and return via Genay

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Departure from Neuville-sur-Saône (Rhône)

Easy circular partly along the Saône, crossing the small marina of Genay and running alongside a small stream.

Three mountains and a cross at the start of Curis-au-Mont-d'Or

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Trois monts et une croix au départ de Curis-au-Mont-d'Or

Departure from Curis-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This loop, starting from Curis-au-Mont-d'Or, will take you to Mont Thou with its magnificent view of the region, then to Mont Verdun and Mont Py, and finally to Croix Rampeau before descending back to Curis. During this hike, you will see two old wash houses and, depending on the season, orchids, martagon lilies, wild asparagus and many other flowers

Loop around Mont Thou and the drystone shelters

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Departure from Curis-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This hike in the Monts d'Or mountains, starting from Curis-au-Mont-d'Or, will allow you to enjoy the panoramic view of Mont Thou and Mont Verdun and discover the drystone shelters that are part of the region's heritage. It follows the inner route of the Monts d'Or with a variant to shorten the circuit.

Loop around Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or

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Boucle autour de Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or

Departure from Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This walk, after giving you a beautiful view of the Château de Curis, will take you close to three mountains: Mont Narcel, Mont Verdun and Mont Py before returning to Saint-Germain. You will discover several wash houses and small chapels along the way.

Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or loop via Mont Py

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Departure from Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or (Rhône)

This hike will take you to the Croix Rampeau (viewpoint over the Alps and the Saône plain), the Tour Risler (Poleymieux-au-Mont-d'Or), the ruins of a hermitage, the remains of a tannery and several old wash houses. Depending on the season, you will see daffodils, orchids, wild asparagus (edible), martagon lilies or fields of colchicum.