Vieu-d'Izenave walks

Circular route on the heights of Vieu-d'Izenave (and Corlier), mostly through woodland. Beautiful stretches running alongside or overlooking three streams. Passing Château du Sappel, Montagne de l'Avocat and the Corlier wind farm.

The aim of the route is to complete a beautiful loop overlooking the Cerdon: after crossing the vineyards overlooking the valley, the route continues on the plateaus of Saint-Alban and Labalme, returning to the starting point via the Combe Cugnat and a slight detour via Mont Carmier.

This circular route allows you to explore the heights of the village of Cerdon along the vineyards, with a magnificent view of the valley from the ruins of Saint-Alban Church.

An hour from Lyon, this varied hike has its charm.With a succession of ascents and descents and a somewhat technical section on the ridge, you won't get bored.- IBP: 81In summer, the route is often shaded. In autumn, the colours of the trees and especially the vineyards will make your eyes sparkle and your cameras click away.This hike is not recommended for children.

A circular route mainly through woodland and off the marked trail. A route offering a high-up view of the En Jarine marsh, a section along the Malaval (or Mandorne) leat, a walk through the hamlet of Les Pézières (Maquis memorial and viewpoint at the Ferme des Gorges), the Ferme du Marchat, then a return via the Crêt de Maréta and the Trois Croix site. Numerous small red, green and yellow signposts for the local routes along the route.

The proposed route aims to take you on a journey across the Chamoise Plateau, starting from Nantua. This is an alternative to another route featured on the website: La Roche d’Au-Delà, the link for which is provided below. Whilst the climb up to the Monts d’Ain is a bit of a challenge at times, the rest of the hike is generally gentler.

A beautiful, moderately difficult hike with panoramic views overlooking Lake Nantua and the Autoroute des Titans. At the summit, weather permitting, you can see Mont Blanc.

Un parcours un peu difficile en raison de sa longueur, sinon les chemins et sentiers sont très praticables, pas de difficulté technique. De beaux points de vue sur l'Ain du haut des falaises dans la première partie.

A panoramic walk overlooking the town of Nantua and its famous lake, in an exceptional environment that alternates between countryside and coniferous forest. The mountainous route retains a good sporting aspect.

Hike on the heights overlooking Lake Nantua with beautiful views of the lake. The areas sheltered under the trees provide respite from the summer sun. The hike can be rounded off with a refreshing dip in the lake. Some sections are a little technical.

A hike through the woods and vineyards around Jujurieux, with views of the Ain plain and the surrounding mountains.

A hike through varied, rolling countryside, taking in vineyards, meadows and woods, starting from Jujurieux. Suitable for all seasons, but ideal in autumn when you can enjoy the colours and pick up any grapes left behind by the harvesters or gather a few wild chestnuts.

A family-friendly forest walk along the Landeyron with its potholes, waterfall and fording point. Please note: in winter and after heavy rain, the ford is likely to be impassable: you will need to turn back.

Walk in Bugey along the banks and heights of the Oiselon Valley, crossing wooded areas, meadows and a few vineyards.

Hike with panoramic views of Lake Nantua and the cliffs in the first part, then descend along the Landéron, which you will cross twice.

Short loop passing through the Hautecourt Cave Nature Reserve. Hike with no technical difficulty, alternating between woodland and open spaces. The climb up to the Mont Rosset plateau is a little steep, watch out for cows, but you'll be rewarded at the end. Please note that the cave itself is not open to visitors, even though it was France's first underground nature reserve in 1980. Don't be disappointed, though, as there are a dozen information panels on the surface explaining the cave's biodiversity and its exploration in the past. For those interested, there is a 3D tour on the LPO Aura website.

A short, quick and very pleasant walk between two passes and along a ridge (Gigimont).