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: March 4, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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9.23 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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12.0 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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14.2 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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18.2 km

Grand Parc

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Lunch or dinner / Les Voiles …

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18.6 km

Lake of the Blue Waters

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19.5 km

Blue Waters Lake

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The Eaux Bleues lake is located on the site of the Grand Parc de Miribel-Jonage, about ten kilometers northeast of downtown Lyon.

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20.6 km

Blue Waters Lake

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A little piece of nature at the water's edge, two turns of the wheel from Lyon

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24.5 km

Le Vieux Rhône

Lake

25.4 km

Jonage Canal

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A beautiful section of the VR17 along the canal. A good bike path and perfectly suited for touring.

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28.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.3 km

9.09 km

1.15 km

1.08 km

540 m

Surfaces

17.9 km

8.09 km

1.39 km

776 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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