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Discover Saint-symphorien-d'ozon, jewel of Rhône valley

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Nestled in the heart of Rhône, Saint-symphorien-d'ozon is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts. This charming town is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that offer a wide range of outdoor activities. Wander through the hiking trails that wind through the surrounding hills and valleys, or rent a bike to explore the scenic cycling paths.

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The Balmes Viennoises
6.8 km

The Balmes Viennoises

Circuit that lets you discover the château and medieval chapel of Illins, as well as the "Colombier" pear brandy distillery, while offering views of the Alps and Mont Blanc. DETAILED ITINERARY 1 - START - Villette-de-Vienne - From the start sign, turn left onto Rue des Serventières. - At the Villette de Vienne signpost, follow the signs for Chuzelle on the left until you reach Cugnet, then continue left until you reach the Morand signpost. 2 - TOWARDS BONNETIÈRE - Turn right towards Bonnetière. - At the Chemin des Vignes junction, take the path on the left until you reach a road. - Follow the road on the left to the Bonnetière signpost, then continue right to the Taillis de Mure signpost. 3 - TOWARDS MARENNES - Continue straight ahead on the track towards Marennes, cross the D150A and take the track opposite. - When you reach a small road, turn left, pass the Bois des Fauries signpost and continue to the Le Coin signpost. 4 - BOIS DE THOLOMÉ AND LA PLATIÈRE - Turn right towards Bois de Tholomé, pass the signpost and continue towards La Platière. - Pass through the houses, turn left then right at the crossroads. 5 - VILLENEUVE AND ILLINS - In Villeneuve, cross the hamlet in a straight line, then turn right into the cul-de-sac. - At the Illins signpost, continue right towards Villette de Vienne. - Cross the hamlet on the left, then turn right at the chapel. 6 - CHÂTEAU D'ILLINS & RETURN - Follow the road to the château farm on the hillside. - Take the track on the left, pass in front of the Château d'Illins, then descend to the Les Brigands signpost. - Continue to the Cugnet signpost and return to the starting point via the same route.

4 h
13 km
Easy
38200 Villette-de-Vienne
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Stroll through the historical centre of Vienne
13 km

Stroll through the historical centre of Vienne

This walk in the historical centre of Vienne lets you discover the town’s main sites. Passing along the Pipet belvedere involves a good climb, but offers a splendid view of the town, the Rhône Valley and the Pilat. Duration: approximately 3-4 hours Difficulty: easy to moderate, some uphill sections Starting point: Vienne railway station DETAILED ITINERARY: 1 - HISTORICAL CENTRE AND SAINT-MAURICE CATHEDRAL - From the station, take Cours Brillier (left-hand pavement) past the post office to Cours de Verdun / Place des Allobroges. - Turn left and cross diagonally across the central reservation to enter the public gardens. - Opposite you, admire the statue of Michel Servet (1515-1553). Go around to the left to see a well-preserved section of Roman road. - Exit and return to Cours Brillier, then cross over to Rue Boson, which leads to the foot of the steps of Saint-Maurice Cathedral. - Climb the stairs and visit the cathedral. The interior, simple but elegant, is well worth a visit. - Exit and head towards the Rhône via Place Saint-Maurice. 2 - CROSSING THE RHÔNE AND GALLO-ROMAN SITE - Cross the river on the footbridge to Sainte-Colombe. - At the end of the footbridge, take the stairs on the left to reach Quai d'Herbouville, then continue north. - Pass the Tour des Valois, then climb the pedestrian ramp on the left near the nautical stadium until you reach a large car park. - Go under the road via a pedestrian tunnel, then immediately climb the stairs on the right to visit the Gallo-Roman site. - Opposite, the Gallo-Roman museum of Saint-Romain-en-Gal is recommended, especially with children. - Cross the Rhône again and head to Place du Jeu de Paume, opposite Saint-André-le-Bas Church. 3 - TEMPLE OF AUGUSTUS AND LIVIA AND RENAISSANCE STREETS - Go up the stairs on the left and walk around the church. - Take Rue des Clercs (sign: Temple of Augustus and Livia). - Behind the façades, take a look at the Renaissance courtyards, some of which are protected by digital locks. - Arrive at Place du Général de Gaulle, where the Temple of Augustus and Livia is located. - Enjoy the atmosphere of the square, the café terraces and the old bookshop. - Continue along Rue de la Chaîne, which leads to Place de l'Hôtel de Ville, then turn right onto Rue des Orfèvres. - Pass Place du Pilori and its Roman ruins, then head towards the Théâtre de Vienne. 4 - ANCIENT THEATRE AND CLIMB TO PIPET - Cross Rue Victor Hugo, then take Montée Saint-Marcel. - Pass Rue des Célestes and a short staircase that leads to Rue du Cirque, which leads to the Ancient Theatre. - At the stop sign, take Rue de Pipet. The climb is steep, so take your time. - On the left is the huge Pipet cemetery; there is a bench where you can take a break. - Take the first street on the right to reach the Belvédère de Pipet. 5 - BELVÉDÈRE DE PIPET AND PANORAMA - From the esplanade, enjoy an exceptional view of Vienne, the Rhône valley, Pilat and the Monts du Lyonnais. - Return to Rue de Pipet, then take Chemin des Amoureux (be careful, it's discreet): a slight climb followed by a steep descent to Montée Saint-Marcel. - Cross over and continue along Montée des Tupinières, then Montée Réaumur (downhill). - Follow the streets to the Montée de Coupe Jarret, cross Rue Victor Hugo, then take the second street on the right (Rue Peyron). 6 - RETURN TO THE STATION - Come out onto Place de Miremont, turn left, then left again onto Cours Romestang with its tree-lined central avenue, which leads back to the station.

2 h
5.8 km
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Gare SNCF 38200 Vienne
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The valley of gardens
14 km

The valley of gardens

Explore the countryside around Vienne, with its wooded trails and green paths. Several viewpoints offer panoramic views stretching from Pilat to the Alps, to the south of the route. Hike around Vienne - Main route and alternative route (10.5 km) Points of interest: Montléans tower, cup-marked stone. Caution: crossing busy roads, particularly the RD502 between stages 4 and 7. MAIN ROUTE: 1 - START - CAR PARK - Follow the path along the stadium. - Cross the Combaudon woods (follow the signs carefully). - When you reach the buildings, take the stairs on the right, then turn left to cross a park and reach a roundabout. - Go to the castle car park and the ‘le Château’ signpost. 2 - TOWARDS PIN ROND - At the end of the car park, go down the path towards ‘Pin Rond’. - Cross the D41b and wade across the Suze stream. - Climb up the other side, then take a farm track to the hamlet of Chez Meunier, crossing it and ignoring the side roads. - After an intersection and a right-hand bend, take the track on the left. 3 - TRACKS AND FIELDS - Leave the road and follow the track across the fields. - Cross a small road and continue straight ahead. - Reach the ‘Pin Rond’ junction. 4 - DESCENT TOWARDS LA SUZE - Go down the road and cross the D538. - Follow the road that leads to La Suze. - After the bridge, turn right onto Chemin de la Suze (approx. 1.6 km) and climb up to the ‘Le Coin’ fork. ALTERNATIVE ROUTE - 10.5 KM LOOP (yellow markings) 5 - CHEMIN DES FRÊNES - Turn left, cross the D167 and pass a farm. - Continue on the path on the right until you reach the hamlet of Le Coin. - Follow the road that turns left until you reach the signpost marked ‘La Cure’. 6 - CHEMIN DU FERRAT - Take the road on the right to the end, then continue on the track that climbs towards Le Télégraphe. 7 - HAMLETS AND LOCAL ROADS - In the hamlet, turn right onto Chemin du Château d'Eau. - Cross the D46, then turn right onto the Vossère road which leads to the hamlet. - Continue along the road running alongside the orchards. 8 - RETURN TO THE STADIUM - At the start of a left-hand bend, leave the road and take a path on the right leading down to a housing estate. - Continue straight on to the D538, cross it, then take a lane on the left along a boundary wall. - At an electricity substation, turn right onto a road leading to a path near an old farm. - You will come to a road that descends in a wide bend. Before a bridge, take the cul-de-sac on the right, which leads to a track that joins the stadium.

4 h
10 km
Easy
Bérardier Carrefour : Grand Champ 38200 Jardin
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Vineyard path
16 km

Vineyard path

Set off on a stroll through the prestigious vineyards of Côte-Rôtie, with the majestic Rhône River providing a spectacular backdrop. A hike through the vineyards DETAILED ITINERARY: 1 - START - Follow the road down towards Tartaras. After 100 m, take the dirt track on the left. - Cross the stream, go through the valley and then climb up to the left to reach the Tartaras plateau. 2 - HAMLET OF TARTARAS - In the village, turn left onto the local road. - Continue for 1 km, then take the dead-end road. - At the end of the tarmac road, we recommend stopping to enjoy the superb view of the hillsides, the village, the Rhône and the market garden area. 3 - TOWARDS THE MILL - Take the dirt track on the left and descend into the heart of one of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in France. The path leads to a restored building: the Mill, where the Fongeant and Reynard streams meet. 4 - TOWARDS THE RHÔNE - Follow the stream to the D386, cross the square in front of the church, then follow Rue du Port to the Rhône. (PS: every first Sunday and Monday in September, water jousting competitions are held here, featuring passes from Lyon and Givors). 5 - RETURN THROUGH THE VILLAGE - Go up Impasse du Port, continue along the small Rue du Port, then turn right in front of the château onto Rue du Grand Pré. - At the intersection with Rue des Coutures, turn left onto Rue du Trièves and cross the railway line via the underpass. - Continue along Impasse du Trièves until you reach the D386. 6 - FINAL ASCENT - Cross the road and take Rue de Ritolas opposite. - At the crossroads with Rue du Jarre and Route de la Brocarde, continue straight ahead along the dirt track. - Go around the house and follow the Ritolas path. The path is initially dirt, then tarmac. 7 - CROSSING THE HAMLETS - Follow the local road for 2.5 km through the hamlets of Ritolas and Giraud to reach the car park.

3 h
6.9 km
Easy
Parking du Giraud au croisement de la RD45 et de la route de Tartaras 69420 Ampuis
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The Church "Saint-Clair"
9.5 km

The Church "Saint-Clair"

This church (19th century) is the most beautiful monument of the artistic heritage of Brignais. You can notice the bell, the organ, the woodword and the stain-glass windows. This church is the most beautiful monument of the artistic heritage of Brignais. Dedicated to Saint-Clair (590-660), patron saint of the blind and partially sighted persons, its first foundations dated from 1859. It was built on the place of the former feudal church and of the former cemetery. This church was built thanks to public subscriptions and town funds. The architect, Claire Tisseur, born in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon (writer of the "Littré de la Grand'Côte"*, and more famous, in France, under its pseudonym Nizier du Puitspelu.) and the abbot Rival, priest of the parish, presided the building of the monument. Thanks to its architecture and its furnishing, the monument forms a remarkable unity of ogival style of the 13th century, modernized in the 20th century. The woodwork (the pulpit, the confessionals and the stalls of the choir) is realised by sculptor Aubert from Lyon. The bell, dated from 1492, was listed in the "Inventaire des Monuments Historiques", on 27th November 1905. The organ was built by organ makers of the Jura mountains, Hartmann and Deloye, for the Benedictine community of Pradines (near the town of Roanne) in 1972. As it was for sale, the association "Les Amis de l'Orgue de Brignais", helped by the town hall, bought it in 1955. The size of the organ is fairly important (20 timbers). It integrates harmoniously the west transept of the church due to its dimensions. The organ builder, Hervé Clénet (from "Bectave-Aguin" - Gers department) and his assistant Jean Boissonade (from "Séverac l'Eglise" - Aveyron department), restaured the organ. The assembling, after restauration, was made by Jean Boissonade, helped by Maurice Crouzet and Jean-Marie Royet, from Brignais. The stain-glass windows : the five large stained-glass windows of the choir and the eight smaller windows of the lateral chapels were made by Mr Mauvernay, a glass-worker for Saint-Galmier. One of the roses represents the virtues of the Virgin, the other, the virtues of Saint-Clair. The stained-glass windows of the lawer naves represent scenes of Christian life. The designs were made by the abbot Rival. * a famous book encyclopedia with many humorous and picturesque anecdotes, inspired by the true and viviacious spirit of Lyon and its people.

1 avenue de Verdun 69530 Brignais
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Jazz à Vienne festival
13 km

Jazz à Vienne festival

Jazz à Vienne looks forward to seeing you at the 45th edition of the festival in 2026! Every year, over 220,000 festival-goers come to meet the 1,000 artists performing on 4 stages, including the most legendary: the Théâtre Antique. This internationally-renowned festival honours all kinds of music: gospel, blues, soul, funk, ethnic... They will all find a special place on the festival stages, as the event is fully experienced both at the Théâtre Antique and on one of the different stages. The Théâtre Antique, built in the 1st century, is the emblematic venue of Jazz à Vienne. Its unique acoustics, combined with its history, provide an exceptional setting for the public and the internationally renowned artists who perform there. A true blend of the modern and the ancient, a sincere musical melting pot, the festival is rich in diversity and open to all. Jazz à Vienne looks forward to welcoming you to the 45th edition of the festival in 2026. This anniversary edition marks the birth of an unprecedented partnership between Jazz à Vienne and the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Over the 65 years of its existence, this festival has established itself as the world's biggest event dedicated to animation. It encompasses the Festival and the Marché international du film d'animation, offering a rich programme of screenings, previews, retrospectives, conferences, exhibitions and more. Celebrating creativity and the diversity of styles and techniques (from drawing to virtual reality), the event brings together talent from all over the world. The first fruit of this collaboration will be the visual identity for the 2026 edition of Jazz à Vienne, entrusted to Lucrèce Andreae, a product of the creative pool at the Annecy Festival, where her work was selected in competition and awarded a Special Jury Prize for her graduation film in 2011. Lucrèce then went on to present her animated short, Pépé Le Morse, which won the 2017 Annecy Festival Audience Award. The quality of her work, her ability to explore different artistic forms with brio, her sensitivity and the visual splendour shown in the first images of her next film augur well for the future of the Jazz à Vienne 2026 line-up.

11 Rue de Goris 38200 Vienne
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Guided Tour by Electric Bike with Food Tasting
14 km

Guided Tour by Electric Bike with Food Tasting

Discover the Canuts' area of Lyon as well as its city centre. Your guide will tell you all about these historic neighbourhoods, then treat you to some local specialities. Your electric bike will make this city tour completely effortless! THIS PLEASANT BIKE RIDE THROUGH LYON IS A PERFECT CHANCE TO DISCOVER WHERE THE CANUT SILK WORKERS LIVED! Along with your guide you will effortlessly cycle up the Croix-Rousse hill on your electric bike. Once you reach the top, you will be able to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the city. Pedal a little further to come across the famous traboules, the secret passages that were historically used by the silk workers (canuts) to get to the centre of Lyon.  Throughout the tour your guide will tell you all about the unusual history of this neighbourhood which was the stage of several historical strikes held by the silk workers. Having explored the Croix-Rousse hill, you will head back towards Vieux Lyon, where you will be able to admire the typical Lyonnais architecture, before reaching the Presqu'île. Your tour will end along the banks of the Rhône, a calm and peaceful area where you can admire Lyon's barges and the Presqu'île. Let yourself be swept away by the historic charm of the Gauls' capital city! During this two-and-a-half-hour tour you will also get to sample some delicious local specialities! Make the most of this bike tour through the heart of Lyon to discover the history of the city while tasting some of its famous local specialities!

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The Church "Saint-Clair"
9.5 km

The Church "Saint-Clair"

This church (19th century) is the most beautiful monument of the artistic heritage of Brignais. You can notice the bell, the organ, the woodword and the stain-glass windows. This church is the most beautiful monument of the artistic heritage of Brignais. Dedicated to Saint-Clair (590-660), patron saint of the blind and partially sighted persons, its first foundations dated from 1859. It was built on the place of the former feudal church and of the former cemetery. This church was built thanks to public subscriptions and town funds. The architect, Claire Tisseur, born in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon (writer of the "Littré de la Grand'Côte"*, and more famous, in France, under its pseudonym Nizier du Puitspelu.) and the abbot Rival, priest of the parish, presided the building of the monument. Thanks to its architecture and its furnishing, the monument forms a remarkable unity of ogival style of the 13th century, modernized in the 20th century. The woodwork (the pulpit, the confessionals and the stalls of the choir) is realised by sculptor Aubert from Lyon. The bell, dated from 1492, was listed in the "Inventaire des Monuments Historiques", on 27th November 1905. The organ was built by organ makers of the Jura mountains, Hartmann and Deloye, for the Benedictine community of Pradines (near the town of Roanne) in 1972. As it was for sale, the association "Les Amis de l'Orgue de Brignais", helped by the town hall, bought it in 1955. The size of the organ is fairly important (20 timbers). It integrates harmoniously the west transept of the church due to its dimensions. The organ builder, Hervé Clénet (from "Bectave-Aguin" - Gers department) and his assistant Jean Boissonade (from "Séverac l'Eglise" - Aveyron department), restaured the organ. The assembling, after restauration, was made by Jean Boissonade, helped by Maurice Crouzet and Jean-Marie Royet, from Brignais. The stain-glass windows : the five large stained-glass windows of the choir and the eight smaller windows of the lateral chapels were made by Mr Mauvernay, a glass-worker for Saint-Galmier. One of the roses represents the virtues of the Virgin, the other, the virtues of Saint-Clair. The stained-glass windows of the lawer naves represent scenes of Christian life. The designs were made by the abbot Rival. * a famous book encyclopedia with many humorous and picturesque anecdotes, inspired by the true and viviacious spirit of Lyon and its people.

1 avenue de Verdun 69530 Brignais
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Les loges de Pérelle
27 km

Les loges de Pérelle

At the gateway to Crémieu, near the greenway of the Balcons du Dauphiné, Nicole welcomes you to two charming guest rooms, certified Accueil Vélo. Enjoy a beautiful garden and a covered terrace with views of the surrounding nature. Nicole welcomes you to Chozeau, a small country village located between Lyon, Chambéry and Grenoble. Her pretty house and garden are perfect for a short break, a business trip or a romantic weekend away. The guest rooms at Les Loges de Pérelle are all on one level, air-conditioned and have en suite shower and toilet facilities. Breakfast is served in the kitchen, which is also available to guests. This kitchen is fully equipped with coffee machine, kettle, fridge, microwave, hob, oven, etc. A magnificent flower garden invites you to take a stroll. You'll find plenty of books and games in the covered, shaded relaxation area. And to make the most of the outdoors, there's also a brazier corner. Lovers of discovery will not be disappointed, as the Balcons du Dauphiné, less than an hour from Lyon, Chambéry and Grenoble, boasts some remarkable attractions: a variety of outdoor activities, a rich cultural programme, emblematic sites and major cycling routes such as the ViaRhôna and the Voie Verte des Balcons du Dauphiné, which criss-cross the region. Just 5km away, discover the small medieval town of Crémieu, with its rich and authentic architectural heritage (ramparts and fortified gates, 15th-century covered market).

465 rue de Perelle 38460 Chozeau
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