1 hour from Lyon, a hiking paradise awaits you. For initiated or enthusiastic novice. Complete circuits of several hours, or family outings. Breathtaking view or cool waterfalls. In the beautiful Bugey massif or in the calm of the Ain plain, just follow the path.
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Type of practice
Marche
Easy
3h25mn
Caution !
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You might have a few surprises along the way. Before leaving, do not hesitate to inform yourself a little more and take all the necessary precautions. Good walk ! 🌳🥾
Forest, panorama at the Croix de Cuny under the Rock of the same name, a route dotted with natural points of interest. The opportunity to enjoy the view of the Monts du Bugey and learn more thanks to the orientation table. On the way !
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Tips and Suggestions
This circuit can be combined with two other routes: the Tour du Bois de Chasse (2h45 from Bénonces) and the Calvaire de Portes (8h from Serrières or 4h30 from Ordonnaz).
Environments
In the mountains River or river view In forest In the countryside Mountain view
Mount Frioland (1029m) received a calvary from the Carthusians. The orientation table at the top makes it possible to locate one of the vastest panoramas of the region, from Mont Blanc to the Cévennes. A must for lovers of spectacular panoramas. The Calvary is accessible by car for the curious or by various hiking trails, from Bénonces or Ordonnaz, for the bravest. The hiking trails that lead there are among the most demanding, but the reward is more than worth the effort.
Calves, cows, pigs, all the animals are there on this farm with values focused on short circuits and responsible consumption patterns. Quality charcuterie and cheeses are on sale directly from the farm, to order. The farm produces charcuterie (pure pork, without coloring and without preservatives), sausages, merguez, grilled meats, chops, filet mignon, but also cheeses and tomme de brebis, respecting the terroir, its know-how and authentic flavors. . Once a month, Ferme Chassard also offers you rosé veal.
Still wines or sparkling wines, there is bound to be what you like at Maison Guiffray. Take the opportunity to greet the farm animals and why not match meat and wine with Stéphane's advice. The bugiste terroir in all simplicity. Inherited in 2008 from his grandfather and his uncle, the estate now includes 2.5 ha of vines and 110 ha of land reserved for cattle breeding.
The village of Bénonces with its picturesque character reveals its traditional habitat, bread ovens, houses with awnings and sides of scale tiles. It is home to the Charterhouse of Portes, a monastery dating from 1115 (cannot be visited). The village of Bénonces is dominated by the rocky outcrop: the rock of Cuny. This rock bears a cross which is accessible in 3/4 hour walk from the village. From there, an orientation table will allow you to admire a superb panorama of Bugey and Dauphiné.
Another exceptional point of view, that of the orientation table of Mont Frioland (1029 m) on the col de Portes. A short walk to reach the Calvaire de Portes and you can enjoy a view from Mont-Blanc to the Cévennes.
From the hamlet of Onglas, you can reach the Luizet waterfall in around 45 minutes on foot. Here, the river falls from a height of 100 m then descends in a gorge to join the Rhône.
Sébastien, a passionate guide, takes you to the Bugey and Albarine canyons, for an introduction to canyoning in complete safety. Courses with small obstacles but already sensations. An activity to discover with the whole family! On these courses suitable for beginners of all ages, everything is done to ensure that things go well, with sensations guaranteed. Jumps, slides and abseiling can be bypassed by the river if necessary.
In this initiation, Sébastien takes you to the heart of the canyons of Chaley (Albarine), Trefond-Pernaz (Calvaire de Porte sector) or Rhéby (Villebois sector).
Sébastien, a passionate guide, offers a half-day of climbing, tackling the cliffs, during a special outing between adults. For once, we leave the children at home, or we meet up with friends to enjoy the magnificent setting of Bugey. Beware of vertigo! Sensations guaranteed on rocks 12 to 30 m high. To spend time with adults, far from the daily hustle and bustle, for a birthday or an original bachelor party, or to strengthen ties between colleagues, it's the perfect idea for unforgettable moments. We have fun, we surpass ourselves, we enjoy like crazy.
Goblet and feet in the green, nature is generous! The simplicity of a short hike in the meadow and the conviviality of a shared moment are the driving forces of this beautiful getaway. With small grazed steps, let's savor the authenticity! You come ? With small steps, slowly but surely, with our 7-league boots, we escape from everyday life. Here the noise no longer exists, the agitation has ceased. We listen to the silence. We discover a universe populated by birds with melodious songs and fantastic little beings.
Do we dare to go a little further and disturb this perfect painting, worthy of a great master impressionist? For a contemplative moment, we take the time and we stay there, motionless.
Here the slender flapping of the butterfly's wings, there the little hum of the bee in search of gluttony. It's beautiful and swirling! We walk through the coolness of the woods and together we explore an unknown land.
We venture on trails in search of the lost ark. You will not find a chest but many other treasures: the joy of a moment shared in the middle of nature, the charm of a remote village made of stone or the authentic flavor of a local product.
It smacks of controlled adventure, but free to express itself over the seasons. At the end of the day, we have an impression of the sun lifting the veil of rediscovered simplicity.
Once our hiking boots have been removed, we let our glasses clink and the secret perfume of a Bugey wine express itself. We combine generosity and conviviality before a well-deserved rest. And just before closing our eyes a desire already assails us, that of planting the stick and making the gravel crunch, a little more often very close to the house
Local stone monolith to the glory of the French Revolution. This block of 42 tons would be the largest cut stone extracted from a French quarry. Photo credits: Gérard Barré
