Discover Local Wonders at Camping le Calatrin in Paladru

Come and walk a portion of the route to Santiago de Compostela o Valencogne heights offering beautiful views of the Chartreuse massif. Calmness and resourcefulness guaranteed! ROUTE From the church in Valencogne, follow in the footsteps of the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela. Note the small statue at the ‘Chemin du Lavoir’ signpost. The path quickly climbs to the heights until ‘Gréhaut’. The route then has a little elevation gain and offers many woodland sections as far as ‘Côte Simandre’. After a nice descent, you reach the hamlet of Brézin. Turn right immediately to take a very pleasant path through the valley, lined with hedges and cow meadows. In front of you, you can see the village of Valencogne and, in the distance, the mountains of the Savoyard foreland. The path joins the départementale 17C road, which is not very busy and which you follow for 100m. Once on the other side of the road, the path climbs steeply for 350m. You return to Valencogne via the stadium, then climb one last hill towards the curious statue at the top. It is the Madonna of Notre-Dame des Vignes. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Bugey peaks on your left and the church of Valencogne on your right. This is a very pleasant spot for a picnic (there is a table in the sun). Finally, continue along the path and then the road back to the village. WAYMARKING AND SIGNPOSTING From the Valencogne parking lot, follow the yellow markers and the following crossroads: VALENCOGNE (start) > Chemin du lavoir > Le Gréhaut > Sourilloud > Lambert > Côte Simandre > Chemin de la vie > Les routes > Croix du Jubilé > Le Brocard > Chemin du lavoir > VALENCOGNE (finish)

Take a stretch of the GR65, offering lovely views of the Chartreuse massif and Mont Blanc. Calm and rejuvenation guaranteed! ROUTE: From the car park along the 17d departmental road below the church, go back up the road alongside the church on your left, then look out for the small oratory on the right at Brocard. Continue along the GR65 St-Jacques de Compostelle path and soon reach a track with a view of Mont Blanc opposite. At Les Allimards, turn right and leave the GR65. An alternation of small roads and paths takes you through the heart of hills that are sometimes cultivated and sometimes grazed by cows. After Bois Reyer, the path goes deeper into the forest. On your right, you will overlook the Etang du Vivier, where you are likely to see a few fishermen. At Gréhaut, you catch up with the GR65 as far as Côte Simandre on a fairly flat section with clear views at first, then into the Valencogne woods. The path then descends for 1 km. The slope is steady but quite steep. Take care. The return to Valencogne is very pastoral. A flat path leads you past meadows and the village can be seen in the distance. On your left is a small pond. Then, after taking a larger road for 100m, the path suddenly climbs again. Don't worry, it's only a short climb. Head back down to the football stadium (on your right) and up the path opposite, which leads to the Madonna, a statue of Notre-Dame des Vignes. The spot at the top is ideal for a picnic (there is a table). Take in the views of the Bugey peaks on your left and dominate the village of Valencogne on your right. Continue on to the starting point. SIGNS AND MARKINGS : Follow the yellow signs and the following signposts: Chemin du lavoir > Le Brocard > Jalinières > Les Allimards > Montfrelet > Ferme du Mont > Bois Reyer > Le Gréhaut > Sourilloud > Côte Simandre > Chemin de la Vie > Les routes > Croix du Jubilé > Le Brocard > Jalinières > Retour VALENCOGNE

A pretty circuit on Valencogne's plains and its heights which will allow you to have a view on Vivier's pond and Paladru's town. ROUTE Starting point at Valencogne's town. Parking below the church. Go up towards the church to le chemin du lavoir. From Valencogne to Gréhaut, this tour follows the GR 65, also called « chemin de Saint-Jacques de Compostelle (Way of Santiago de Compostela)», wlaked by several thousand pilgrims. This journey will lead you then in front of Vivier’s pond, then on the heights of Paladru before returning via the Way of Santiago. WAYMARKING AND SIGNPOSTING Follow the yellow marked path and the crossroads: VALENCOGNE > Chemin du Lavoir > Le Gréhaut > Bois Reyer > Ferme du Mont > Montfrelet > les Allimards > Jalinières > le Brocard > Chemin du Lavoir > VALENCOGNE An optional 1.4km round trip takes you to the statue of Notre-Dame des Vignes and its lovely panorama of the Bugey peaks.

Throughout the route, you will be able to enjoy magnificent views of Paladru Lake, as well as of the surrounding peaks, such as La Croix des Cochettes.

This long trip around Paladru Lake from Charavines is ideal for Ebikes. It explores a wealth of local heritage, visits the east bank of the lake and offers some remarkable views. The itinerary is in the process of being waymarked It starts mainly on quiet country lanes, first heading towards the woodland of the Combettes valley where a hairpin bend leads up to Le Vernay on the Oyeu plateau. After crossing the road (be careful, despite the traffic island!), a pleasant dirt track takes you to the old Carthusian monastery of Sylve Bénite and the tithe barn set amid beautiful meadowland on the edge of the forest. Cross Chassigneux hamlet and the village of Le Pin, where you’ll find a café and a bakery. Just after the village, take the dirt track to Valencogne via the bucolic valley that follows the Le Pin stream. Once past the lovely Vivier lake, take the time to enjoy the panorama from the heights. The spectacle on the horizon encompasses Mont Blanc and the Bauges, Chartreuse and Belledone mountains, if you please! The following descent takes you quickly back to St-Pierre de Paladru and across the Courbon stream which leads to the lake. You’ll then join the cycle path at Chemin de la Véronnière, and the Véronnière picnic area which you'll find at Montferrat. This safe itinerary follows the banks of the blue lake to Charavines via the Bois d’Amour woodland trail which features an eco-friendly drinks/snack bar, and platforms offering panoramic views over the lake, to really finish your excursion in style!

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.

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. Enjoy large pitches of up to 150m² and à la carte services to help you organise your holiday. Possibility of hiring private sanitary facilities, bread and pastries delivered directly to your pitch in the morning, a large gently sloping beach ideal for all the family, play areas for young children... Rented accommodation (wooden chalets, tent lodges, canvas and wooden cabins) in a range of layouts and budgets. Each ‘Natura Lodge’ chalet has its own private outdoor hot tub. Opposite the Espace Naturel Sensible, you can enjoy a moment of relaxation. An on-site restaurant-bar by the water. In July and August, children's club activities focusing on nature, art and ecology. Sports and leisure facilities (multi-sports pitch, tennis court, volleyball/badminton court on the beach, ping pong tables, petanque pitch... with rackets, balls, petanque balls and molki games on loan from reception! Free wifi....

Come and discover the Lac de Paladru by sailing at the SPAC school, Sports Plein Air Charavines and rent various sailboats such as dinghies, catamarans or habitable. But also discover the lake differently in windsurfing boards, paddles or canoes. If required, we can offer you a half-hour refresher course with an instructor at your side. Special offers await you: check out our website!

The team at the Natura Vélo MTB/cycle center, French Cycling Instructor school, awaits you to rent high-quality bicycles for adults and children, suitable for all practices! Receive professional advice to rent the equipment that suits you best... and go for a ride in the best possible conditions! Natura Vélo offers you the rental of mountain bikes, hybrid bikes, road bikes, electrically assisted bikes, children's trailers, and also balance bikes for the little ones!

Built in 1010. Military heritage and french gardens characterize this monument which offers visitors some beautiful rooms : you would particularly enjoy Louis XIII's room, the medieval kitchen, the XVIIe chapel and the peculiar dunjeon. Come and discover the Virieu's castle during a one hour visit with our team of tour guide. You will start your visit in front of an impressive entrace door with 2115 original nails, topped by its pediment, bearing the Virieu coat of arms. Then, you will be in the castle's court of honor, just in front of its dungeon. You can see at your right the cannons offered by Louis XIII in 1622, placed under the arcade gallery in brick of Italian style. A few steps and you will be in the peaceful atmosphere of Virieu's chapel. Inside of it, you will discover the Way of the Cross sculpted by Stéphanie de Virieu at the age of 80. With a few steps under the gallery, you can access to the ancient kitchen, which now used as a dining room. You will discover the monumental fireplace with its low arch and its XIIIth century fireback, a souvenir of the ancient Chartreuse de la Sylve Bénite. You will also be able to appreciate its furniture before entering the Great Hall full of history. The King's bedroom, impressive and majestic room, called like that because the King Louis XIII slept there in 1622, has kept its original aspect and part of its furniture. You will then reach the White Room, which should have been a chapel. The visit touch to its end near the dungeon, which is now a memorial place dedicated to the Resistance during German's occupation from 1940 to 1944.

Follow the steps of the forerunner of Impressionism. Along the lecterns discover the landscapes, towns and life scenes that inspired the painter.

Traditional and local cooking with local (some organic) and season products introduced by a family trio of a cook, a pastries chef and a sommelier. The pleasure of cooking, always local & seasonal. A cuisine dictated by seasonality and local producers (organic vegetables, beef and poultry, fish farming and sometimes lake). Joris, who succeeded his father Pascal in the kitchen, changes the menu regarding the season. Corentin, the eldest, will make you discover a wine list selected with a careful attention. A unique menu created with seasonal products and a choice of two dishes. A guarantee of fresh products and a culinary experience on the discovery of flavors.

A rare 11th-century Romanesque church listed as a Historic Monument, open to visitors and hosting one of France's oldest Chamber Music Festivals, free concerts and temporary contemporary art exhibitions. Restored in 1964 by the artist Roger Lorin, the church has since been dedicated to the visual arts and music. The international festival is one of the oldest chamber music festivals in France, offering the chance to hear the best French and international ensembles in this venue with its exceptional acoustics (full programme on the website). Finally, the site of the 11th-century Romanesque Priory, adorned with frescoes and listed as a Historic Monument, is open to visitors (self-guided tours or guided tours for groups by appointment). Free concerts are given by top students from the region's conservatoires on Sundays at the Priory.

In the heart of the Bourbre valley, Guinguette and Gloriette offer 5 guest rooms, a restaurant labeled Bistrot de pays and in the process of labeling "tourism quality". It is in a sweet atmosphere that you enjoy the 5 rooms including a suite. The rooms are equipped with a full bathroom, TV, free wifi. A living room is also available with a kitchen if you want to be independent during your stay. For your well being, an indoor heated pool, from May to September. A playground for children, and a barbecue for summer evenings.

Pupetières, burned down during the Revolution and rebuilt in 1861 by Eugène Viollet le Duc. This neo gothic castle is one of the masterpieces of architecture from the nineteenth century. The polychrome glazed tiles, the interiors, are the witnesses of what was the revival of decorative art at that time. Alphonse de Lamartine, Stéphanie de Virieu, Anna de Noailles, Johan Berthold Jongking found their inspiration in this romantic place.

Beach with large grassy areas, some shaded (deep water quickly). Playground for children, picnic area. Ice cream restaurant on site. Barbecue, paddle, ball and shisha prohibited. Swimming is supervised during the summer season. At an altitude of 500 m, its 6 km long, 1 km wide and 392 hectares in area make Lake Paladru the 5th natural lake in France. Come and dive in its crystal clear turquoise waters, which reach 25 ° C in the middle of summer! Furnished and accessible to people in wheelchairs. And if you want to exercise before swimming, Lake Paladru offers you many possibilities. The more sporty can practice, among other things, sailing, rowing, mountain biking or hiking! The less sporty and the children will also find something to distract themselves: pedal boat rental, paddle outing thematic sailing or easy hike for all!

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.

Intimate beach all in grass, offering beautiful shaded areas allowing you to enjoy Lake Paladru in peace. Barbeque prohibited. Supervised swimming. Group accepted 10 people maximum (excluding weekends). For leisure groups (aerial, leisure centre, etc.), it is essential to notify you of your arrival in advance. Possibility of taking private swimming or aquagym lessons with Jean-Christophe DAVY, state-certified lifeguard. Outside the opening hours of the beach.

Picnic area Place des Valtières, near the car park and the village hall, a small picnic area with a ping pong table.

3 picnic tables near the football stadium.

Notre Dame des Vignes picnic area, magnificent and unobstructed view.

A Madonna statue was built in 1903 to protect the village and the vines from the insect phylloxera. Beautiful sight point with picnic table. See itinerary on Vals du Dauphiné tourism website. Itinerary for the hiking track : Departure from the car park next to the Valencogne Chruch. Follow the directions and the yellow signs « chemin du lavoir », follow the track GR65, at Côte Simandre leave the GR65, follow Chemin de la Vie, Les roues, Croix du Jublié (passing along the statue of the Virgin), Le Brocard, Chemin du lavoir, back at the church of Valencogne

Take advantage of the panoramic platforms to discover the lake, as well as a beautiful area with picnic tables for a pleasant meal break. Easily and easily reach the relaxation area on foot from Charavines by taking the greenway. On-site catering; Accessible car park. Swimming and barbecue prohibited.

A museum entirely dedicated to the exploits of the aviator Adolphe Pégoud, pioneer of aerial acrobatics who performed the first parachute jump and the first looping in 1913. First Ace of the 14-18 war. Presentation of his childhood, his military life and his hour of glory... Until his tragic death for France on August 31, 1915, at Petit-Croix in the Territoire de Belfort. Through videos, written documents, photos, clothing and numerous objects dedicated to aviation, the museum retraces this epic tale. Period photos, spare parts of the last plane are gathered. More than the visit, the comments on his origins, his life, will make you discover what he represented for aviation. You will be welcomed by the members of the Pégoud committee who will tell you about the exceptional adventures of an aviator who left his mark on aviation.

Traditional and local cooking with local (some organic) and season products introduced by a family trio of a cook, a pastries chef and a sommelier. The pleasure of cooking, always local & seasonal. A cuisine dictated by seasonality and local producers (organic vegetables, beef and poultry, fish farming and sometimes lake). Joris, who succeeded his father Pascal in the kitchen, changes the menu regarding the season. Corentin, the eldest, will make you discover a wine list selected with a careful attention. A unique menu created with seasonal products and a choice of two dishes. A guarantee of fresh products and a culinary experience on the discovery of flavors.

Traditional bistro-style restaurant (regional salad, menu, daily menu every lunchtime from Monday to Friday...). Take-away burgers, take-away tacos, and onsite pizza or take-away on Friday evening and Saturday evening. Preparation of food to take away every Saturday midday and Sunday midday.

Traditional cooking, made with local products. View on the Chartreuse mountains and Dauphiné's valleys. Nice scenic terrace. Grocery store, regional newspaper depot, gas depot, bread store and local products. Bistrot de Pays label - Isère Cheval Vert

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

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

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.

In a green setting only 50 minutes from Lyon, the gastronomic restaurant Le Capella at Château de Chapeau Cornu offers you a tasty, gourmet cuisine, prepared with fresh, high quality, local produce. Named in honour of its founder, the gastronomic restaurant Le Capella opened in 2005. Under its stone vaults, the quaint setting in the restaurant's two rooms, blending both past and present, will enthral you. On nice days, the sunny terraces by the Château's swimming pool offer an idyllic setting. Quality, flavour, comfort, charm and delight are, after all, the restaurant's keywords. The smiling and dynamic team at Le Capella looks forward to sharing a pleasant moment with you the next time around.

A former coaching inn, this rustic restaurant serves simple, generous local cuisine in a friendly atmosphere. In fine weather, take advantage of the shaded terrace. Frog legs menu every Sunday and karaoke nights on Thursdays. Located in Les Avenières-Veyrins-Thuellin, just off the ViaRhôna, Pascal and Bruno welcome you to a former Napoleonic coaching inn, now transformed into a hotel-restaurant with a rustic, friendly atmosphere. The menu features generous traditional cuisine inspired by regional specialities. The chef uses local produce in the simplest way possible: local dishes, seasonal recipes, not forgetting the famous frog menu served every Sunday lunchtime. When the weather's fine, sit out on the pleasant shady terrace, perfect for an al fresco lunch or a summer theme evening.

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. Enjoy large pitches of up to 150m² and à la carte services to help you organise your holiday. Possibility of hiring private sanitary facilities, bread and pastries delivered directly to your pitch in the morning, a large gently sloping beach ideal for all the family, play areas for young children... Rented accommodation (wooden chalets, tent lodges, canvas and wooden cabins) in a range of layouts and budgets. Each ‘Natura Lodge’ chalet has its own private outdoor hot tub. Opposite the Espace Naturel Sensible, you can enjoy a moment of relaxation. An on-site restaurant-bar by the water. In July and August, children's club activities focusing on nature, art and ecology. Sports and leisure facilities (multi-sports pitch, tennis court, volleyball/badminton court on the beach, ping pong tables, petanque pitch... with rackets, balls, petanque balls and molki games on loan from reception! Free wifi....

Motorhome area for 6 vehicles. Wheel of augets, picnic tables, washing. Near the castles of Virieu and Pupetières, the distillery-syrups Bigallet, the Lake of Paladru, the Museum of the galoche. All shops. Water point available from March to October (sink, toilet and drain area).

In the heart of the Bourbre valley, Guinguette and Gloriette offer 5 guest rooms, a restaurant labeled Bistrot de pays and in the process of labeling "tourism quality". It is in a sweet atmosphere that you enjoy the 5 rooms including a suite. The rooms are equipped with a full bathroom, TV, free wifi. A living room is also available with a kitchen if you want to be independent during your stay. For your well being, an indoor heated pool, from May to September. A playground for children, and a barbecue for summer evenings.

At the foot of the Chartreuse, this small family campsite is aptly named. Chalets on flowery and green pitches. Restaurant renowned. Outdoor pool and heated indoor pool, spa and paddling pool. Camping mark "It’s so good". Lakes nearby. At the foot of the Chartreuse, this small family campsite is aptly named. Chalets on flowery and green pitches. Restaurant renowned. Outdoor pool and heated indoor pool, spa and paddling pool. Camping mark "It’s so good". Lakes nearby. You'll find a lot of activities around the camping: hiking, biking…

A small piece of Mongolia in Isère, Les "Mille et une Yourtes" propose the unusual experience of a very faraway land only a few km aways, for one night, a week or a meal time. 40 min away from Lyon and Grenoble, in Biol, 700 meters above the sea level, with the view on the Chartreuse, the Alps mountains, the Mont Blanc and the Vercors, this little Mongolian town will welcome you in a quiet and peacful area. Unusual accommodation in 8 yurts, hand-painted , introduced from Mongolia, for 2-6 people. Simple and double bed, sheets, blankets and electricity so heated in winter. Private terrace with chair and deck chair. New : the yurt "Tourtereaux" has its own private outdoor spa for a romantic moment. Free access to the covered outdoor kitchen (fridge, cooking plate, barbecue) , pool. Common sanitary , heated , reachable for handicaped people, spacious shower (towels not included). Petanque, barbecue , ballons and games for kids are ready to order.

The 3 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.

Enjoy the present time by leaving aside the outside world for a few hours or a few days. I prepare breakfast for my guests every morning with generosity and simplicity. The house was built in 1935 in the heart of St-Genix-sur-Guiers, a village famous for its "St Genix", I set up a table and a living room in 3 confidential realms. My 3 rooms are luminous, fancy and modern while keeping their identity, their charm and the style of this house. Modern design with a mix of artists and universes. Sharing and tranquility are the key words in a nice and calm atmosphere that creates a friendly environment.

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 Santiago de Compostella (GR65), close to the Viarhona, Annie will give you a warm and attentive welcome in a place of authentic charm in an old adobe farm witch after restoration has found its soul and its essence.

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. The gîte is certified "Accueil Vélo" and offers a wide range of services for visitors passing through on the ViaRhôna. Additional services on request: domestic help, baby-sitter, hairdresser, masseuse, etc.

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