Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 15, 2026

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4.62 km

Nelson Mandela Footbridge

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A beautiful footbridge leads to the towpath. From there, it's a long, straight stretch to the Herbens Bridge. A pleasant walk in good weather.

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6.01 km

Le Grand Large

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Flat bike path along the reservoir. Unfortunately, the scenery is a bit boring.

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30.2 km

Ain/Rhône confluence

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Small beaches, great view

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45.8 km

Hières-sur-Amby village

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The origins of Hières-sur-Amby, like so many towns in this region, can be found in the Gallo-Roman period. This is evidenced, among other things, by an archaeological excavation site on …

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54.4 km

La Balme Caves

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In the caves of La Balme one can look back on a long history: Various archaeological finds indicate that the caves were already inhabited by people at the end of …

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92.2 km

Gravel along the Canal de Jonage

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partly in the shade, fine gravel

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96.9 km

Jonage Canal and Grand Large

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An excellent gravel trail that runs along the Grand-Large reservoir. The towpath is part of the Via Rhôna.

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105 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.4 km

30.9 km

23.2 km

10.6 km

411 m

137 m

Surfaces

60.9 km

30.6 km

12.7 km

493 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Friday 27 February

12°C

8°C

48 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Nelson Mandela Footbridge

Le Grand Large

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Hières-sur-Amby village

La Balme Caves

Gravel along the Canal de Jonage

Jonage Canal and Grand Large

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