Medieval town of Pérouges – Montellier Castle loop from Villars-les-Dombes
Medieval town of Pérouges – Montellier Castle loop from Villars-les-Dombes
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Medieval town of Pérouges – Montellier Castle loop from Villars-les-Dombes
02:40
44.8km
220m
Cycling
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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9.44 km
Restaurant La Bicyclette Bleue
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10.2 km
Small road in the middle of ponds
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21.5 km
Medieval town of Pérouges
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Its location at the entrance to the medieval city sets the tone: the church of Pérouges cannot be a traditional Gothic church! Built like a fortress defending access to the medieval town, it consists of defensive walls pierced with narrow stained glass windows and a few side chapels. Of great austerity, which it has not always had, the church impresses with its dimensions and its ancient statues. The presence of loopholes makes it a rare building, witness to a bygone era. The church still hosts sacraments and celebrations, as well as many concerts. The statue of Mary Magdalene, present since the 15th century, watches over this raw jewel of Gothic art.
lofficiel.net/eglise-sainte-marie-madeleine_8_7449.aspx
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33.7 km
Sainte-Madeleine Church of Le Montellier
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The history of this pleasant flowered village merges with that of the castle. The origin of the name of Montellier was glimpsed by the Burgundian historian Courtépée: "height on the track".
The seigniory of Montellier, under the suzerainty of the Lords of Thoire-Villars from the 12th to the 15th century, was first owned by gentlemen named Montellier, a family which died out at the beginning of the 14th century.
ladombes.free.fr/Villes_Dombes/Le_Montellier.htm
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35.1 km
Montellier Castle
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38.5 km
Church of Birieux
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42.8 km
Dombes Tour in Pérouges
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44.8 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
41.7 km
2.86 km
130 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
22.6 km
22.1 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (300 m)
Lowest point (240 m)
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