Castles and panoramas
A hike on the heights of the Bourbre valley offering breathtaking views. Heritage sites include Château du Châtelard, Maisons Dauphinoises and Château de Marlieu.
From the car park, follow the yellow signs and the following junctions:
Marlieu > Les Arphants > Ravin des Gabelles > Mollard des Mottes > Le Feydel > Le Feydel
Chemin de Feydel > Le Feydel > Chemin de Lima > Moulin du Cachard > Pont Ste-Marguerite > Marissard > back to SAINTE-BLANDINE
Take a look at the Romanesque church of Sainte-Blandine, then head for the hamlet of Marlieu, with its traditional adobe houses with gable roofs and pebbled tiles, and its fountains. The château, built in 1760, is a fine example of classical architecture.
Continue gradually up to Les Arphants, where the scenery opens out onto the surrounding mountains. Follow the path up towards Montagnieu. At Le Mollard des Mottes, you can make a 400m return trip to Cote 568. The viewpoint indicator shows you the landscape like a postcard! From left to right, you can see the Bugey peaks, the Monts du Chat, the Epine range and the Chartreuse mountains. In the background, a view of Mont Blanc on a clear day.
After a beautiful descent, continue on to the Château du Châtelard, whose imposing buildings encircle the square courtyard. Take a final break at the Etang Malin before returning to Sainte-Blandine.
En pratique
- Non disponible
Animaux acceptés
- Non disponible
Équipements
- Car park
Nature du terrain
- Ground,
- Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring),
- Grit
Informations complémentaires
Langues parlées
- French
Durée moyenne d'une visite groupée
- 255h
Ouvertures
All year round.
Périodes
- Autumn,
- Summer,
- Winter,
- Spring
Tarifs
Free access.
S'y rendre
Latitude : 45.546059
Longitude : 5.440331
Altitude : 445
Chemin de l'étang
38110 Sainte-Blandine
S'y rendre
Information mise à jour le 05/11/2024
par Office de Tourisme des Vals du Dauphiné
