Picnic Area by La Dombes Lake – Montellier Castle loop from Versailleux

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Picnic Area by La Dombes Lake – Montellier Castle loop from Versailleux

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Picnic Area by La Dombes Lake – Montellier Castle loop from Versailleux

01:55

32.4km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Espace naturel sensible de l'étang du Grand Birieux

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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132 m

Versailleux

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687 m

Picnic Area by La Dombes Lake

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A nice place to take a break and enjoy the view of the pond.

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3.34 km

Restaurant La Bicyclette Bleue

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Good restaurant in Ain

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10.3 km

Church of Birieux

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The ancient buildings like this church seem to magnify the light.

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10.9 km

Grand Birieux Pond

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24.1 km

Sainte-Madeleine Church of Le Montellier

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12th century Sainte Madeleine church
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 …

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25.4 km

Montellier Castle

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Although privately owned, this chateau is worth a visit for its location.

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26.1 km

Château du Montellier

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This motte fortified castle, otherwise known as "poype", dates from the Middle Ages. Classified as historical monuments since 2003 it is now possible to visit this place of history. You …

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