Exploring Métropole de Lyon on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Métropole de Lyon. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 3, 2025

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1. Around the old Lyon

3.96km

01:12

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Barrage de Cusset – loop

5.02km

01:16

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hiking loop from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

4.23km

01:10

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Hiking loop from La Torchetière

5.27km

01:37

200m

210m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Madone de Fleurieu loop from Fleurieu-sur-Saône

4.71km

01:20

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Hiking loop from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or

5.78km

01:42

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Vernaison Island loop from Vernaison

6.80km

01:43

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Madone de Fleurieu loop from Fontaines-Saint-Martin

4.58km

01:18

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Jonage Dam loop from Les Hermières

7.74km

01:59

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Lavoir de Saint-Germain loop from Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or

5.60km

01:44

210m

200m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Métropole de Lyon

1. Around the old Lyon

2. Barrage de Cusset – loop

3. Hiking loop from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

4. Hiking loop from La Torchetière

5. Madone de Fleurieu loop from Fleurieu-sur-Saône

6. Hiking loop from Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d'Or

7. Vernaison Island loop from Vernaison

8. Madone de Fleurieu loop from Fontaines-Saint-Martin

9. Jonage Dam loop from Les Hermières

10. Lavoir de Saint-Germain loop from Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or

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