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Welcome to Meyrie, Isère, Rhône-Alpes, a charming town nestled in the heart of picturesque mountains and valleys. Perfect for nature lovers, Meyrie offers breathtaking panoramas and a variety of activities for everyone. Start your day with a walk along the marked trails, where you can observe the local flora and fauna. History enthusiasts should not miss the many monuments and historical sites sca...See more

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King’s forest at Biol le haut (long)
9.3 km

King’s forest at Biol le haut (long)

The ingredients for a beautiful hike : chestnut and oak forests to the south, supplemented by plains (long variant) to the north, all punctuated by beautiful views of the Dent du Chat, Dévoluy, Mont Blanc, Chartreuse and Belledonne. ROUTE Follow the narrow road up towards Les Bois, stopping in front of the Americans' stele and the viewpoint indicator on your left to look out from left to right over the Bugey peaks, the Monts du Chat, the Epine range, the Chartreuse mountains and the Vercors peaks. On a clear day, you can even see Mont Blanc! You then enter the Biol woods. At Les Trois Coches, head in the direction of Le Foulu through small hamlets bordered by meadows and copses before returning to the forest on wide, undulating paths to Les Planches. At this point, you leave the woods and take wide paths bordered by agricultural plains. After Les Azimets, the vineyard huts line the path as it gradually climbs back up into the woods before reaching your starting point. WAYMARKING AND SIGNPOSTING From the Biol le Haut car park and crossroads post, follow the yellow signs and the following signposts: Aux Bois > Les Trois Coches > Le Foulu > Bois Bessay > Les Chasseurs > Le Crépon > Les Planches > Le Sibuet > Le Bouteau > Les Azimets > Aux Bois > Return to Biol-le-Haut Alternatively, start from the Chasseurs car park, accessible from the route de Flachères (400m after the ST DIDIER DE BIZONNES village exit sign, take the track on the right - find your way by the electricity pole at the bottom).

5 h
18 km
Medium
Parking Intersection Rue du 19 mars 1962 et Chemin du Barracas 38690 Biol
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Around Torchefelon
10 km

Around Torchefelon

With this hike you will explore the Vallin forest, where are located the Rompu and Ravoux ponds, a limestone stream and the other one ferruginous. The hike ends with a beautiful panoramic view. ROUTE From the salle des fêtes car park, take in the panoramic view described by the orientation table (view of the Chartreuse and Epine massifs, the Monts du Chat and Bugey - Mont-Blanc in the background on a clear day). Follow the signposts for the ‘Forêt de Vallin’ through the village of Torchefelon. At the ‘Saint-Joseph’ crossroads, the trail makes a pleasant loop through the Forêt de Vallin, passing the Etang de Vallin and the pond. Complete the loop and return to Saint-Joseph. Pass the ‘Forêt de Vallin’ car park and then the ‘Les Quatres Sapins’ signpost. Then head towards ‘Dessus Mirieu’, pass the Ravoux pond and follow the path up the Gadizieu stream. Continue on past ‘Dessus-Mirieu’ and join the D520 at the ‘Le Rapoux’ signpost. Walk carefully along it on the left for 50m, then find the Brumière path on your left. It leads to the ‘le Bessay’ signpost, then continue as far as ‘Marmonière’ and cross Torchefelon to return to the starting point. WAYMARKING AND SIGNPOSTING Follow the yellow markings and the following signposts: TORCHEFELON > Torchefelon-Mairie > Marmonière > Saint-Joseph > La Thébaïde > Etang de Vallin > La Thébaïde > Saint-Joseph > Les Quatre Sapins > Dessus Mirieu > Le Rapoux > Le Bessay > Marmonière > Torchefelon-Mairie > TORCHEFELON

4 h
13 km
Easy
Parking de la salle des fêtes 45 chemin de Marmonière 38690 Torchefelon
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Le Saint Hilaire - bed and breakfast
13 km

Le Saint Hilaire - bed and breakfast

Aurélie and Pascal welcome you to their spacious stone house. The rooms overlook the enclosed garden, swimming pool, Nordic bath and sauna. The zinc of the old village bar awaits you for moments of relaxation and conviviality. Aurélie and Pascal welcome you to this beautiful, spacious 19th-century stone house. Entirely renovated, you'll rediscover the charm of a village café reserved for guests. The café's real table soccer and large pool table will enable young and old alike to play and relax in a convivial atmosphere. The dining room and living room, with its corner fireplace, offer a space where well-being quickly settles in. The enclosed garden features a large swimming pool, sauna, Nordic bath and pétanque court. Le Saint Hilaire has three double rooms and two family rooms. Each of the five rooms has its own private bathroom and toilet. The lounge and dining room are reserved for guests. A table d'hôtes is available from Monday to Thursday evenings. Aurélie and Pascal will be delighted to introduce you to the flavors of the Dauphiné region and Lyon. Le Saint Hilaire is a peaceful, easily accessible retreat, halfway between the medieval town of Crémieu (six minutes) and Bourgoin-Jallieu (ten minutes). It's ideally located for work or leisure. Le Saint Hilaire is open all year round, in a village of stone houses. You'll find every opportunity to stroll around, discovering or rediscovering a region rich in historical heritage and exceptional natural sites. Many hiking and mountain-biking trails start from the village. Just a stone's throw from Viarhôna and the Voie verte, cyclists, mountain bikers and mountain bike enthusiasts will find a restful and rejuvenating stopover. In less than half an hour, you can enjoy whitewater activities (kayaking, canoeing, hydrospeed and canyoning). Easily accessible for tourists, you can discover Lyon, Vienne, Bourg en Bresse, Grenoble and the Alpine lakes (Aiguebelette, Annecy, Aix les Bains, etc.) in less than an hour.

43 Rue de la Tour Saint-Benoît 38460 Saint-Hilaire-de-Brens
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Saint-Joseph chapel
7.5 km

Saint-Joseph chapel

The Sauvegarde de la Chapelle Saint-Joseph de Cessieu association owns the chapel. Help us to keep it alive, respect it and maintain it as our ancestors have done for nearly a thousand years, for the generations to come. There have always been buildings on this site, which is a strategic crossing point between France and Italy. Since Christian era, there have been a succession of chapels and several modifications. The foundations remain on the north side, and there is a break in the wall on the south side from a time when the chapel was enlarged. The first known owner to date, Joseph Georges, parish priest of Saint-Sorlin-de-Morestel, specified in his holographic will: ‘The future owners are responsible for all repairs and maintenance of this chapel and for celebrating the annual and perpetual service established by Father Georges. Anyone who fails to fulfil these conditions may be asked to leave by the others.’ Around the 1960s, the chapel gradually fell into abandonment. Successive local councils brought together the various owners to carry out the necessary work, but each time it was necessary to separate the rights holders. As a result, it fell into oblivion, was plundered and completely destroyed. The walls were only waist-high in some places, and trees had grown inside and on the walls. Jean de Torchefelon, who fought in the Battle of Azincourt in 1415, and his second wife, Jeanne de Paladru, are buried in this chapel. Their coats of arms are displayed inside the chapel. In 1660, Pierre de Musy, Lord of La Tour du Pin, advisor to the King of France, and head of the Parliament of Metry, donated 300 livres (equivalent to three years' wages for a carpenter) to renovate or enlarge the Saint-Joseph Chapel in Cessieu. Jean de Torchefelon was his ancestor. Finally, in 2011, after a lot of administrative work, an association was created to renovate the chapel to its original state. The very next day, around fifteen volunteers set to work. Over the course of five years, 80% of the work was carried out by volunteers, craftsmen and artists, who rebuilt the walls, roof structure, floors, frescoes, woodwork, stained glass windows and benches, as well as restoring the statue of Saint Joseph found in the bell tower of the church in Cessieu. You can learn about the history of this chapel from the members of the association: for example, in the absence of a pulpit, the Capuchin friars would climb the lime tree in front of the door to preach. The ladder is inside. The first wedding took place on 30 July 2017.

Bois de Cessieu Les apondières 38110 Cessieu
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Vallin Castle
8.4 km

Vallin Castle

Built in the 14th century the castle was restored on the 17th and 18th century. The castle is composed with a main building, with "dauphinois" rooftops, a round tower, a chapel adjoining to a medieval tower, and a courtyard. Overlooking the valley of La Tour-du-Pin, nested in the heart of more than 200 hectares of forests, meadows and ponds, the Vallin Castle, a haven of peace and greenery, offers a preserved natural setting. Built in the 14th century, by the Vallin family who owned it directly for five centuries, it is a private historic residence, which was partly redesigned and embellished in the 18th century. The murals in the neo-Gothic lounge and romantic dining room are unique in the area, as is the fountain and the tuff cave fireplace. In the park, the linden alley, with its 300 meters of length, its 70 magnificent trees and its 2 alleys of charmiles and romantic holly, the majestic cedars of Lebanon, offer a preserved natural setting. Located on the edge of the Vallin forest, the property can be the starting point of various family hikes. For twenty years, the Vallin Castle has been the subject of a major restoration campaign that has earned it the labels "Patrimoine Historique" and "Patrimoine en Isère" as well as national awards "VMF-Jeunes" in 2000 and "VMF-Barclays Bank" in 2011. The building has obtained the label "Patrimoine en Isère", rewarding the heritage quality of a building of departmental interest.

923 chemin de Vallin 38110 Saint-Victor-de-Cessieu
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La Bellissima
19 km

La Bellissima

In Crémieu, La Bellissima brings a fresh take on Italian gastronomy with a refined, concise menu inspired by the Chef’s creativity. Each dish showcases quality ingredients and authentic flavours, all served in a chic, contemporary setting. Located in the heart of Crémieu’s historic district, just opposite the 15th-century medieval market halls, La Bellissima invites you to discover authentic and generous Italian cuisine. More than just a pizzeria, the restaurant celebrates classic Italian specialities such as homemade arancini, truffle stracciatella, and its signature pizza topped with artichoke cream, herbed ham, mushrooms, basil, and rocket. Among the must-try dishes, don’t miss the pasta flambéed and served in a traditional wheel of Parmesan. The menu changes with the seasons to offer a fresh culinary experience throughout the year. La Bellissima also offers a wide selection of pizzas, available to enjoy on-site or as takeaway — from timeless favourites like the Regina or Four Cheese to more inventive recipes. In a stylish and carefully designed setting, La Bellissima combines elegance and warmth to create a welcoming atmosphere, ideal for family meals, evenings with friends, or a romantic dinner. Whether you're visiting Crémieu or living in the area, this Italian restaurant is a must-visit to savour Italy in the heart of the Balcons du Dauphiné. To deepen your culinary experience, the restaurant also hosts cooking workshops featuring iconic Italian recipes. Open to both beginners and enthusiasts, the sessions last around 1 hour and 15 minutes and are scheduled on request (simply contact the owner for more details).

11 rue Porcherie 38460 Crémieu
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Le Saint Hilaire - bed and breakfast
13 km

Le Saint Hilaire - bed and breakfast

Aurélie and Pascal welcome you to their spacious stone house. The rooms overlook the enclosed garden, swimming pool, Nordic bath and sauna. The zinc of the old village bar awaits you for moments of relaxation and conviviality. Aurélie and Pascal welcome you to this beautiful, spacious 19th-century stone house. Entirely renovated, you'll rediscover the charm of a village café reserved for guests. The café's real table soccer and large pool table will enable young and old alike to play and relax in a convivial atmosphere. The dining room and living room, with its corner fireplace, offer a space where well-being quickly settles in. The enclosed garden features a large swimming pool, sauna, Nordic bath and pétanque court. Le Saint Hilaire has three double rooms and two family rooms. Each of the five rooms has its own private bathroom and toilet. The lounge and dining room are reserved for guests. A table d'hôtes is available from Monday to Thursday evenings. Aurélie and Pascal will be delighted to introduce you to the flavors of the Dauphiné region and Lyon. Le Saint Hilaire is a peaceful, easily accessible retreat, halfway between the medieval town of Crémieu (six minutes) and Bourgoin-Jallieu (ten minutes). It's ideally located for work or leisure. Le Saint Hilaire is open all year round, in a village of stone houses. You'll find every opportunity to stroll around, discovering or rediscovering a region rich in historical heritage and exceptional natural sites. Many hiking and mountain-biking trails start from the village. Just a stone's throw from Viarhôna and the Voie verte, cyclists, mountain bikers and mountain bike enthusiasts will find a restful and rejuvenating stopover. In less than half an hour, you can enjoy whitewater activities (kayaking, canoeing, hydrospeed and canyoning). Easily accessible for tourists, you can discover Lyon, Vienne, Bourg en Bresse, Grenoble and the Alpine lakes (Aiguebelette, Annecy, Aix les Bains, etc.) in less than an hour.

43 Rue de la Tour Saint-Benoît 38460 Saint-Hilaire-de-Brens
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