Le coin tranquille: Discoveries around Les abrets, Isère

This circuit makes discover the small plateau of Verou, the view is superb and the atmosphere is still impregnated with the memory of the orchards and vineyards which flourished a few decades ago. Follow the yellow markings and the following crossroads: > La Loue > Verou > Le Coulou > La Bruyère > Côte de Bièvre > Les Combes > La Loue

An easy hike to discover the wealth of biological species (fauna, flora) in the river, pond and wet meadows. Follow the yellow markers and the crossroads : -FITILIEU -Les Bruniaux -Château de Donat -FITILIEU Access via Les Abrets-Fitilieu train station (+2km round trip). Pass through the village of Fitilieu to the hamlet of Les Bruniaux. The path and small country roads wind through cultivated fields and small copses, and lead directly to the Malseroud pond, classified as a sensitive natural area. This wetland is ideal for birdwatching (coot, great crested grebe, grey heron, purple heron, etc.), dragonflies, frogs and more. Possibility of walking around the pond. An educational booklet entitled "L'étang de Malseroud" is available from the Tourist Office and at www.tourisme-valsdududauphine.fr. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the pond to ensure the preservation of the species. After the pond, look out for the handsome brick tower of Château de Donat, the last remaining reminder of the residence built around 1870. You pass a number of farms and then reach a wide, shady track through the marshes, with the river Bourbre on your right. Finally, an alternation of paths and small roads, some of them in woodland, takes you back to Fitilieu.

Discover the twin cities of Pont de Beauvoisin, divided between two territories with a simple bridge. A free tour to discover the 2 cities of Pont-de-Beauvoisin. A booklet is available, accompanied by a map to explore several themes and appreciate the different eras of pontoise history: - the churches - the border at the time between France and Italy: the François I bridge, smuggling and Mandrin, commercial growth; - Know-how: wood, hemp and tobacco, rammed earth To discover absolutely!! A booklet of games/ puzzles is available for children to make the walk more interactive.

Multiple views over the Épine and Chartreuse moutains, as well as numerous religious crosses can be observed throughout this hilly path. Start and return from the tourist office of Pont-de-Beauvoisin. Start / return (parking): -Vals du Dauphiné's tourist office - Pont-de-Beauvoisin office. -From Pont-de-Beauvoisin's SNCF train station - line Lyon/Chambéry (loop 41km). Bikes are permitted in the TER. - From the parking lot of the school or the town hall of Pont-de-Beauvoisin -From the church of Saint-Jean-d'Avelanne (37km loop) Between softness and vitality, Vals du Dauphiné's hills are an ideal playground for family walks or hikers along the river as in the forest. You will certainly enjoy the views of the Bugey, the Chat, the Epine and the nearby Chartreuse! Adobe houses, turtoiseshell tiles, castles and fortified houses ensuring the border between the ancient kingdoms of France and Piedmont Sardinia punctuate the landscape.

Beautiful wooded valleys and panoramic views on the lands of Vaulserre. Start and return from the tourist office of Pont de Beauvoisin. 25 km. Start / return (parking): -Vals du Dauphiné's tourist office - Pont-de-Beauvoisin office. -From Pont-de-Beauvoisin's SNCF train station - line Lyon/Chambéry (loop 23km). Bikes are permitted in the TER. - From the parking lot of the school or the town hall of Pont-de-Beauvoisin - From the church of Saint-Jean-d'Avelanne (20km loop) Between softness and vitality, Vals du Dauphiné's hills are an ideal playground for family walks or hikers along the river as in the forest. You will certainly enjoy the views of the Bugey, the Chat, the Epine and the nearby Chartreuse! Adobe houses, turtoiseshell tiles, castles and fortified houses ensuring the border between the ancient kingdoms of France and Piedmont Sardinia punctuate the landscape.

A walk by the water to discover the lake of Romagnieu Enjoy the reflections of the lake water and the open view on the Bugey, the Epine and the Chartreuse. An easy walk accessible to people with reduced mobility thanks to the wide and stabilized surface. For the more athletic, a health course with equipment to strengthen your cardio and your musculation along the loop. Please note: access to this walk is not free in summer (from June 1st to August 30th 2023) - entrance to the leisure center. Free access the rest of the year.

A pleasant and not very difficult loop which follows the waterways of the Bièvre and the Guiers. Start from the Gallo-Roman Museum's parking in Aoste. This is an accessible loop with large paths for pedestrians and cyclists between various watercourses and dikes (La Bièvre, Le Guiers and the junction with le Rhône). Take the time to embrace the landscape nearby Bugey's region. ROUTE After leaving Aosta, follow the Bièvre through the undergrowth on this wide, peaceful path. You pass through the village of St-Didier d'Aoste and enter the French Haut-Rhône Nature Reserve, where the Rhône River meets its tributaries, the Bièvre and the Guiers. This wetland with its many small islands is a refuge for the red kite, the European beaver and the great crested newt. You can also admire wild orchids and carnivorous plants such as the round-leaved sundew. Follow the wide path along the Rhône and then the Guiers to Lac de Romagnieu, a leisure centre that charges a fee in summer and offers a wide range of activities: swimming, pétanque, volleyball, tennis, fishing, bar-restaurant, etc. It is generally possible to walk around the lake free of charge outside summer when the leisure centre is closed. Between Romagnieu and Aoste, the route follows paths and small roads surrounded by cultivated fields. WAYMARKING AND SIGNPOSTING Follow the yellow marked path and the crossroads : AOSTE > Normandoz > la Bièvre > St-Didier d'Aoste > la Digue du Rhône > la Douane > le château > Romagnieu > les Champagnes > Oncinet > AOSTE

A pleasant and not very difficult loop which follows the waterways of the Bièvre and the Guiers. Start from the Gallo-Roman Museum's parking in Aoste. This is an accessible loop with large paths for pedestrians and cyclists between various watercourses and dikes (La Bièvre, Le Guiers and the junction with le Rhône). Take the time to embrace the landscape nearby Bugey's region. ROUTE After leaving Aosta, follow the Bièvre through the undergrowth on this wide, peaceful path. You pass through the village of St-Didier d'Aoste and enter the French Haut-Rhône Nature Reserve, where the Rhône River meets its tributaries, the Bièvre and the Guiers. This wetland with its many small islands is a refuge for the red kite, the European beaver and the great crested newt. You can also admire wild orchids and carnivorous plants such as the round-leaved sundew. Follow the wide path along the Rhône and then the Guiers to Lac de Romagnieu, a leisure centre that charges a fee in summer and offers a wide range of activities: swimming, pétanque, volleyball, tennis, fishing, bar-restaurant, etc. It is generally possible to walk around the lake free of charge outside summer when the leisure centre is closed. Between Romagnieu and Aoste, the route follows paths and small roads surrounded by cultivated fields. WAYMARKING AND SIGNPOSTING Follow the yellow marked path and the crossroads : AOSTE > Normandoz > la Bièvre > St-Didier d'Aoste > la Digue du Rhône > la Douane > le château > Romagnieu > les Champagnes > Oncinet > AOSTE

This path will take you on the higher parts of the Guiers Valley. Breathtzking views on the Val d’Ainan, the Epine and the Chartreuse, with some stops on the local architecture with houses with adobe walls. Ponds and forests to refresh you. Departure / arrival / parking : Pont de Beauvoisin train station - Lyon / Chambéry line Follow the yellow markings and the following crossroads: From Pont-de-Beauvoisin - the station Le Grabier Le Menou The Forests The antique shop Sacré-Coeur La Sauge Crête de Sauge Le Bapt La Brancha Savagneu St Jean-d'Avelanne Le Menou Le Grabier Back to Pont-de-Beauvoisin - the station After a few hundred meters to leave Pont-de-Beauvoisin, you quickly find small country roads and paths to ride in peace. After 3km, you ride along the pond of Reculfort, then the pond of La Combe 3km further. After the Antiquaire post, the circuit starts a nice climb (+130m). You can then take a break at the Sacré-Coeur (large stone statue). The descent is done by a path in the forest, then you get back to the small country roads and the dirt tracks to join St-Jean d'Avelanne and Pont-de-Beauvoisin. Possibility to do the mountain bike orientation course of St-Jean d'Avelanne (information board in front of the town hall).

At the foot of the Chartreuse, this small family campsite is aptly named. Chalets on flowery and green pitches. Near lakes. Restaurant renowned. Outdoor pool and heated indoor pool, spa and paddling pool. Camping "It’s so good". Next to the Chartreuse, this small homly camping with flowery location. Close by lakes. You'll find a lot of activities around the camping, hiking or biking.

Gourmet discovery in our traditional cuisine restaurant. Taste local products and our regional specialties. Specialties: Frog legs, Fried foods, Ravioli gratin with Reblochon, Tomme de Yenne.

A family scaled zoo presenting furry and feathered species you don't see everywhere. Different kinds of activities and animations in addition to the visit. Unusual accomodation experience with the lodge among the wolves pack. Located 45 min from Lyon, 50 min from Grenoble and 30 min from Chambéry. The zoo as closely as possible to the predators. A zoological park family-friendlyn which offers a splendid collection of animals. On 3 hectares the zoo is only 45 minutes from Lyon, 50 min from Grenoble, and 30 min from Chambéry.

Pont-de-Beauvoisin, city of wood furniture since François the 1st, shelters a premium museum of woodworking machinery. From the tree to furnitures, experiment an old fashioned cabinetmaker workshop. Relive the adventure of a cabinetmaking workshop of yesteryear through a sound journey. Unique in France, this museum recreates the atmosphere of a workshop from the first half of the 20th century. It testifies to the complexity of the work of the craftsmen who made the reputation of Pont de Beauvoisin, Cité du Meuble since François 1er. Individual and free visits. Group visits with guide by reservation. Nearby, craftsmen and manufacturers from the Cité du Meuble welcome you to their workshops.

Learn about the everyday life in the ancient city of Vicus Augustus. A thematic and educational journey illustrated with a 2000 years collection of antique ceramics and glass objects. AUGUSTUS VICUS The confines of existing departments of Isere, Savoie and Ain, Aosta is a Gallo-Roman town. The ancient name of Aosta, Vicus Augustus, was given to the city in honor of Emperor Augustus (27 BC. - 14 AD. BC), as usual for new towns. Today, a museum is entirely devoted to the history and life of this agglomeration of Roman Gaul. The museum The history of excavations in 1856 until the inauguration of its new version in 2000, the gallo-roman museum of Aosta has a very nice set of archaeological objects and testimonies found on the town of Aosta and its surroundings. A continuous path immerses the visitor in the lives of our Gallo-Roman ancestors there 2000 years. Large and small back in time and find beautiful pieces of ceramics and glass, including jewel, the ewer, shines among mortars, local productions, or the inevitable jars containing imported products (wine, oil, dried fish). Achievements very teaching, such as models or the kitchen table, invite anyone enters this place follow the footsteps of Roman time a trip. Manual workshops on the Antiquity theme on saturdays and during school holidays or for a birthday parties. Programs available at Tourist Office and at the Museum.

In a former weaving factory, retrace more than 200 years History of silk weaving. Set up in a former weaving factory, this museum presents a unique industrial heritage that bears witness to more than 200 years of textile history in the Nord-Dauphiné region. This technical museum is no less alive by keeping the memory of the men who worked and still work this marvelous fabric that is silk. The hand looms and mechanical looms come back to work to let you discover, during the visits, the confection of prestigious fabrics such as Broché, Damas or Lampas.

Old fortified house remodeled in the 18th century. Vaulserre presents one of the most beautiful combinations of architecture, decorations and landscapes of the Dauphiné. Located 5km from Chartreuse natural park, the castle is an old fortified house remodeled in the 18th century. Its rigorously ordered main façade is adorned with a sculpted triangular pediment. The vestibule is decorated with magnificent wall trompe-l'oeil of Italian influence. House of decorations and colors made to seduce, Vaulserre presents one of the most beautiful combinations of architecture, decorations and landscape of the Dauphiné, witness of the art of living of a large family in the 18th century. The castle was the setting for Jean Paul Rappeneau's film "Le Hussard sur le Toit" with Olivier Martinez and Juliette Binoche.

Welcome to MALP for a captivating time travel to the Neolithic and the year 1000. Through the exceptional remains discovered under the waters of the lake, meet the men who lived there so long ago. Thanks to its remains and many legends, Lake Paladru has always been able to feed the imagination of its visitors. It was only during the 19th century, with the discoveries of Ernest Chantre, and the 20th century, with the excavations of Hyppolite Müller, that the history of the first archaeological sites, which emerged from the waters of the lake, was revealed. Over the years, the work of archaeologists escalated and became more specific. It was in 1972 that the archaeological sites of Lake Paladru received both national and international recognition. The lake soon became a site of experimentation for innovative excavation techniques, as well as a unique site in France, for the rarity of its findings. The museum is a history of encounters, sharing, discoveries, secrets and ideas which intertwine in and around the lake. It is also a history of a village and its inhabitants, all of whom, in one way or another, have encountered the lake and its history.

Vast beach of small pebbles and gently sloping grass, ideal for swimming in shallow water. Full sun all day. Beach volleyball court, pétanque, games for children. Barbecue prohibited. Picnic area equipped and shaded. Nautical rentals and deckchair rentals are available on site. Community beach of the Pays Voironnais. Please note there are no swimming lessons.

Charming lakeside campsite offering various chalets and lodge tents as well as a semi-covered heated swimming pool with bubbles, relaxation area (sauna and jacuzzi) and water games. Free access for campers to the adjoining supervised beach. Restaurant and bar on site at the water's edge. Children's club activities during the summer... free wifi. Take advantage of large pitches up to 150m² and à la carte services to organize your holidays. Private toilets are also available. 4 private hot tubs have been installed in front of each "Natura Lodges'" chalet. Facing the Sensitive Natural Area you can enjoy a moment of relaxation.

A family scaled zoo presenting furry and feathered species you don't see everywhere. Different kinds of activities and animations in addition to the visit. Unusual accomodation experience with the lodge among the wolves pack. Located 45 min from Lyon, 50 min from Grenoble and 30 min from Chambéry. The zoo as closely as possible to the predators. A zoological park family-friendlyn which offers a splendid collection of animals. On 3 hectares the zoo is only 45 minutes from Lyon, 50 min from Grenoble, and 30 min from Chambéry.

Pont-de-Beauvoisin, city of wood furniture since François the 1st, shelters a premium museum of woodworking machinery. From the tree to furnitures, experiment an old fashioned cabinetmaker workshop. Relive the adventure of a cabinetmaking workshop of yesteryear through a sound journey. Unique in France, this museum recreates the atmosphere of a workshop from the first half of the 20th century. It testifies to the complexity of the work of the craftsmen who made the reputation of Pont de Beauvoisin, Cité du Meuble since François 1er. Individual and free visits. Group visits with guide by reservation. Nearby, craftsmen and manufacturers from the Cité du Meuble welcome you to their workshops.

Created by a group of former regional resistance fighters, this museum aims to bequeath to posterity the memory of the fight of the resistance fighters against Nazism and the Vichy regime. Unpublished photographs and documents relating to the Resistance in Pont de Beauvoisin and the surrounding area are presented. Guided tour by former members of the Resistance or friends of the Resistance (ANACR) on request. Reading and documentation room.

At all seasons, follow the path bordering this protected area and discover landscaped elements of local History and natural heritage. Loop of 1,8km around the pond Duration : 1 hour Get a french-only booklet in the Vals du Dauphiné's Tourist Office to help you to discover the biodiversity of this environment.

Back from the Italian wars, Francis the 1st declares the twin cities of Pont de Beauvoisin (Isère and Savoie) "City of furnitures craft" . Nowadays, 15 crafstmen still welcome you in their shops (see city map).

The Church of the Carmes is a historical monument from the 15th century. Come and look up to the recently restored chancel, the amazing frescoes, the vertical gardens and the well-known St Felix source The Church of the Carmes has an interesting history, full of twists. In 1355, Savoyards -inhabitants of Savoie- had no more parish church. Then, Earl Amédée of Savoie's constituency begged him for building a new church because it was unthinkable for them to remain without a church. That's how the Carmes -name of a mendicant order from Provence - arrived and settled in Savoie in 1419. History gave the church a rough ride because of the French Revolution, that is the reason why the Carmes fleed Savoie in 1793. Finally, 393 years later, Savoyards got what they wanted and needed. Outside the church, turn your attention to the amazing Gothic gate, the bell tower and, most of all, to the St Felix source well-known for its water said to be able to heal eye diseases. Inside the church, it is a bit more unusual with a body composed of only one basin, the paintings on the chancel's ceiling (paintings that were classified in 1987), the ground covered with cobblestone and the 44 gravestones.

Learn about the everyday life in the ancient city of Vicus Augustus. A thematic and educational journey illustrated with a 2000 years collection of antique ceramics and glass objects. AUGUSTUS VICUS The confines of existing departments of Isere, Savoie and Ain, Aosta is a Gallo-Roman town. The ancient name of Aosta, Vicus Augustus, was given to the city in honor of Emperor Augustus (27 BC. - 14 AD. BC), as usual for new towns. Today, a museum is entirely devoted to the history and life of this agglomeration of Roman Gaul. The museum The history of excavations in 1856 until the inauguration of its new version in 2000, the gallo-roman museum of Aosta has a very nice set of archaeological objects and testimonies found on the town of Aosta and its surroundings. A continuous path immerses the visitor in the lives of our Gallo-Roman ancestors there 2000 years. Large and small back in time and find beautiful pieces of ceramics and glass, including jewel, the ewer, shines among mortars, local productions, or the inevitable jars containing imported products (wine, oil, dried fish). Achievements very teaching, such as models or the kitchen table, invite anyone enters this place follow the footsteps of Roman time a trip. Manual workshops on the Antiquity theme on saturdays and during school holidays or for a birthday parties. Programs available at Tourist Office and at the Museum.

Gourmet discovery in our traditional cuisine restaurant. Taste local products and our regional specialties. Specialties: Frog legs, Fried foods, Ravioli gratin with Reblochon, Tomme de Yenne.

The Auberge Campagnard Ailloud is a country inn composed of two rooms with a bread oven and a fireplace. Will you prefer having today's menu or pleasure menu?! Specialty : beef tongue, frogs, seasonal vegetables gratins, crozets, fondues, raclettes and other specialties from Savoie.

Gourjux restaurant is a resting place on the top of a small village up above Rhone. Since 1935, this restaurant has been well-known for its generous cuisine combining flavors of Savoy with local specialties. You will savour culinary specialities such as frog's legs, mignon of veal forestiere and so on. In winter, we serve savoyard specialities such as fondue, raclette and tartiflette.

Culinary specialty from South America - Homemade. Nice setting with a warm atmosphere.

At the Relais des Vieilles Postes, the dining room and shaded terrace invite you into a rustic and convivial setting. Enjoy traditional cuisine based on regional products for business or family meals.

Restaurant, bar Calf's head every Thursdays from October to April.

All our products are local, fresh and quality products. We are lucky enough to live in an exceptional environment with an unmatched agricultural richness. We will be delighted to make you discover our local cooking with specialties from Savoie but also the USA. We offer an unbelievable culinary experience with specialties from Savoie and the USA. Taste our delicious dishes and enjoy a large range of fresh drinks. You can try some dessert whenever you want, from crepes to homemade ice creams. Come over our place for some breakfast or an incredible dinner! You won't have any issue to log on our free Wifi.

Traditional, regional and seasonal cuisine. Groups bookings accepted - Family meals - Meetings - Cocktails - Banquets - Restaurant and hotel packages

At the foot of the Chartreuse, this small family campsite is aptly named. Chalets on flowery and green pitches. Near lakes. Restaurant renowned. Outdoor pool and heated indoor pool, spa and paddling pool. Camping "It’s so good". Next to the Chartreuse, this small homly camping with flowery location. Close by lakes. You'll find a lot of activities around the camping, hiking or biking.

The 2 stars camping is located not far from the picturesque village of St Genix sur Guiers. You will be able to rent mobile home, tent or original wooden shed, camping site. The camping also have a swimming pool ! The sites, partially shaded, are above the Guiers river or in the center of the camping, where we find playground, ping-pong table, tennis court, swimming pool and mini-golf course. The owners focus on welcoming and availability of the team to provide you the best holiday.

If you love nature and calm, la Trancoulette is the place to stay. Located on the hills of Saint Genix, the site offers a panoramic view on the surrounding mountains. It is 18km from the lake of Aiguebelette, 10km from Waliby and 3km from the city center. There are 2 guestrooms in a 1,3-hectare park in Saint-Genix sur Guiers in Savoie Mont Blanc. The Manaslu guestroom can take 2 to 4 people, there are 2 single beds, one double bed and a balcony. The Annapurna guestroom can take 2 people, there are 2 single beds. There is a bathroom and an independent toilet for each room. the park has also been set up with resting parts. It was rewarded by the region for its fine flower arrangements. Perfect place to relax, a haven of peace to revitalise yourselves. Cyclists and pilgrims reception.

A haven of peace in the countryside, the perfect place to disconnect and revitalise yourself. Separate house. Evening meals: family cooking made of local and seasonal products, preferably organic. It is a green place, located right by the Way of Saint James of Compostella (GR65). Annie makes you warmly welcome to this authentic and comfortable refurbished farm made of rammed earth.

Charming lakeside campsite offering various chalets and lodge tents as well as a semi-covered heated swimming pool with bubbles, relaxation area (sauna and jacuzzi) and water games. Free access for campers to the adjoining supervised beach. Restaurant and bar on site at the water's edge. Children's club activities during the summer... free wifi. Take advantage of large pitches up to 150m² and à la carte services to organize your holidays. Private toilets are also available. 4 private hot tubs have been installed in front of each "Natura Lodges'" chalet. Facing the Sensitive Natural Area you can enjoy a moment of relaxation.

This 18th-century silkworm farm in the Balcons du Dauphiné, Isère, offers top-of-the-range facilities for a week's stay or a mid-week break. The calm of the Dauphiné campane and the wooded setting invite you to relax. The Domaine, which has preserved the soul of its history, has a 5-star rating. It can accommodate up to 10 people and offers top-of-the-range facilities. Upstairs, there are 4 spacious bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, each with a study area and lounge. Its wooded grounds boast views of the Bugey and Chartreuse mountains, which you can enjoy from the swimming pool. Additional services on request: domestic help, baby-sitter, hairdresser, masseuse, etc.

Motorhome parking for 6 vehicle with a picnique area. Near by the Virieu and Pupetières Castle, the syrop factory "Bigallet" , the Lake of Paladru, and shops.

In lush greenery on the banks of the Canal du Thiers, leading to the lake, Philippe and Edith's establishment has 13 rooms and 10 out of the ordinary cabins. A bucolic atmosphere, fresh local produce in your plate and a personal welcome. Dancing evenings on Fridays during the season and show nights all year long. Among out of the ordinary wood accommodation, you will find: - 3 houses on stiltis for 4 people - 3 enchanting houses for 2 adults and 2 children maximum - 4 nice wood cabins on the edge of the water for 4 adults and 2 children maximum Night rentals include dinner.

Situated in a peaceful setting close to the Walibi Rhône-Alpes park and the ViaRhôna cycle route, this traditional family-run hotel-restaurant offers intimate yet spacious and comfortable rooms. The hotel was a staging post in the Napoleonic era, and the beautiful exposed beams and certain adobe walls bear witness to the age of the property.

Small family campsite right on the water, on the edge of the lac d'Aiguebelette, with a private beach (unsupervised). Amazing view on the Épine mountain. Located in Lépin-le-Lac, the 3-star Le Curtelet campsite welcomes you on a green plot of land at an altitude of 400 metres, nestled at the gateway to the Chartreuse Regional Nature Park and on the shores of Lake Aiguebelette, which is directly accessible from the site. In the waterfront campsite, you can install your motorhomes, tents and caravans on shaded or semi-shaded pitches, with possible access to an electric hook-up.