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Vallin's forest

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- From 30/04/2026 to 31/08/2026

En période estivale, la capacité du parking est parfois trop petite. Merci de ne pas gêner la circulation en stationnement le long de la route. Possibilité de se garer en centre-ville de Torchefelon (1,2km à pied).

Description

Discover during your journey, Vallin's forest, a mystical place, with its marshes, its pond and its two streams : limestone for one and ferruginous for the other. This little walk in the forest will be relaxing and full of surprises.

From the car park in the Vallin forest, look for the hiking information board showing the entire loop then follow the yellow signs and the signs below: Saint-Joseph > La Thébaïde by the pond > Etang de Vallin > La Thébaïde > Saint-Joseph > Back to the car park

Take the long path leading to the ‘Saint-Joseph’ sign.
Then take a smaller path on the right towards ‘La Thébaïde par la mare’.
Look out for the rich flora and fauna of these small wetlands (newts, yellow-bellied carp...).
The walk continues along a path leading to the Vallin pond.
The forest features a variety of tree species, including beech, chestnut and lime.
Return along the main path to the ‘Saint-Joseph’ signpost and then to the car park at the entrance of the Vallin forest.

Technical Information

Walking
Difficulty
Very easy
Duration
1h15mn
Dist.
3.7 km
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Altimetric profile

Starting point

Chemin de Becquerieux , 38110   Saint-Victor-de-Cessieu
Lat : 45.52593Lng : 5.38596

Points of interest

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Vallin Castle

Built in the 14th century and partially remodelled in the 17th and 18th centuries, the château consists of a main building topped with high Dauphiné-style roofs, a round tower, a chapel adjoining a second medieval tower, and a ceremonial courtyard.Overlooking the valley of La Tour-du-Pin and nestled at the heart of more than 200 hectares of forests, meadows, and ponds, the Château de Vallin is a haven of peace and greenery, offering an unspoilt natural setting. Built in the 14th century by the Vallin family, who owned it directly for five centuries, the Château de Vallin—now a privately owned historic residence—was partly remodelled and enhanced in the 18th century. The wall paintings in the Neo-Gothic drawing room and the Romantic dining room are unique in the region and deserve particular attention, as do the tufa fountain and the grotto-style fireplace. Within the grounds, the lime-tree avenue—300 metres long, lined with 70 magnificent trees and bordered by two parallel paths of hornbeam hedges and romantic hollies—along with the majestic, centuries-old cedars of Lebanon, all contribute to this preserved natural environment. Located on the edge of the Vallin Forest, the estate provides an ideal starting point for a variety of family walks and hikes. For the past twenty years, the Château de Vallin has undergone an extensive restoration programme, earning it the “Historic Heritage” and “Heritage in Isère” labels, as well as the national awards “VMF–Jeunes” in 2000 and “VMF–Barclays Bank” in 2011. The building has also been awarded the “Heritage in Isère” label, recognising the outstanding heritage value of a site of departmental significance.

923 chemin de Vallin 38110 Saint-Victor-de-Cessieu
- Office de Tourisme des Vals du Dauphiné -
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Isère Attractivité - 05/03/2026
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Environments

In the country
Pond within 5 km
Village 2 km away

Topo guides and map references

Topo guides references :
Guidebook Les Vals du Dauphiné

Open period

All year round daily.

Subject to favorable weather.

Type of land

Ground
Suitable for all terrain strollers

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

From the car park in the Vallin forest, look for the hiking information board showing the entire loop and follow the signs below: Saint-Joseph > La Thébaïde by the pond > Etang de Vallin > La Thébaïde > Saint-Joseph > Back to the car park

Take the long driveway leading to the ‘Saint-Joseph’ sign.
Then take a smaller path on the right towards ‘La Thébaïde par la mare’.
Look out for the rich flora and fauna of these small wetlands (newts, yellow-bellied carp...).
The walk continues along a path leading to the Vallin pond.
The forest features a variety of tree species, including beech, chestnut and lime.
Return along the main path to the ‘Saint-Joseph’ signpost and then to the car park at the entrance to the Vallin forest.

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Yes

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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾