A biking journey along the ViaRhôna

You put down your suitcases in Champagneux. Discover the charms of the bucolic country of the Guiers, a tributary of the Rhône. Don't miss the local delicacy: the Saint-Genix, a bun filled with large chocolates that will delight young and old alike.

Follow the banks of the wild Rhône on a cycle path before crossing the river to reach Glandieu, a village located at the foot of the Massif du Bugey. It's time for a picture break in front of the impressive 60 meter-high waterfall, located in the heart of the village! 

Your bike ride continues on small country roads, where you admire the "pisé" houses, made of rammed earth, a very old construction technique that uses mud bricks. After a break in Groslée, go back to the left bank of the Rhône in an even wilder atmosphere to admire the panorama of the mountains. On the way you will have the chance to refresh yourself in the Cuchet lake. Change of scenery guaranteed! 

This bike tour without difficulty and almost exclusively on greenways is ideal for families. It pays tribute to Galletti, who in 1912 built a wireless telegraphy station in Champagneux, one of the most powerful in the world at the time, which has since been dismantled. Stroll along the Rhône and discover the impressive natural site of the Gorges de la Balme. You can add a small detour to Belley (16 km RT) or Saint-Genix, the city of the cake (10km RT) if you are a food lover!

Famous smuggler of the 18th century, Louis Mandrin is your guide on this signposted bicycle route. The circuit gains height in the direction of the col de la Crusille. Magnificent panoramas will reward your efforts from the promontories of Sainte-Marie-d'Alvey and Rochefort. A possible detour to the Galletti museum for history buffs. On the way back, you will discover some historical and gourmet treasures of the Val-Guiers such as the castle of Montfleury and the cakes of Saint-Genix.