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Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Métropole de Lyon
Meyzieu

Panorama of the Grand Large – Le Grand Large loop from Les Hermières

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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Métropole de Lyon
Meyzieu

Panorama of the Grand Large – Le Grand Large loop from Les Hermières

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4.6

(15)

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Panorama of the Grand Large – Le Grand Large loop from Les Hermières

01:29

24.5km

70m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2025

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3.63 km

Jonage Dam

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The locks on the Jonage canal are of the type of the Sault lock built on the Haut-Rhône in 1888. This dam is part of the Jonage canal, a bypass …

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12.1 km

Panorama of Le Grand Large

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Take a break at the edge of this 160-hectare body of water and admire the yachts and boats. A quiet place to enjoy the lake and relax on your walk.

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14.8 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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14.9 km

Nelson Mandela Footbridge

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The Nelson Mandela footbridge, which spans the Jonage Canal near Lyon, is a beautiful crossing for pedestrians and cyclists. This modern bridge offers a clear view of the calm waters …

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16.2 km

Le Grand Large

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Dammed Rhone, as a water reservoir for the power plant - Centrale Hydroelectrique de Cusset.

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16.3 km

Le Grand Large

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Wonderful green space just a stone's throw from the center of Lyon. This 160-hectare body of water is a haven of peace and biodiversity.

The towpath is part of the Via Rhôna.

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17.6 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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18.6 km

Herbens Bridge

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Tour of the Allivoz lake

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24.5 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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13.3 km

7.94 km

2.79 km

370 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

8.12 km

3.04 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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