GR®169 Around Lyon (Rhone)

The GR169 long-distance hiking trail doesn't cross the city center but encircles Lyon, linking the forts of the city's second ring of fortifications, built after the Franco-Prussian War of 1870. The route pays homage to the Séré de Rivières defense system, connecting twelve major forts, such as those of Bron, Feyzin, and Meyzieu. The itinerary is surprisingly diverse, alternating between the agricultural plains of eastern Lyon, the wooded valleys of the west, and the tranquil banks of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Hikers will traverse landscapes of hedged fields, orchards, and protected natural areas like the Grand Parc de Miribel-Jonage.

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Distance: 171km, Elevation maximum: 570m, Elevation minimum: 155m, Elevation gain uphill: 2205m
IGN Maps: 3031OT - LYON VILLEURBANNE MONT D'OR. 3032SB - VÉNISSIEUX OULLINS GIVORS. 3131SB - MEYZIEU CRÉMIEU MONTLUEL.

GR®169 Around Lyon (Rhone) 10 Nearby paths:
Tour of the Coteaux du Lyonnais (Rhône)
Tour of the Monts du Lyonnais (Rhône-Loire)
Across Dombes (Rhone-Ain)
GR®89 Montaigne Trail
GR®422 On the path of Charles IX
GR®765 EAST From Lyon (Rhone) to Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire)

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.