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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Île Barbe Bridge – Cabornes Girard loop from Brotteaux

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Mountain biking trails
France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Île Barbe Bridge – Cabornes Girard loop from Brotteaux

Moderate

4.3

(20)

105

riders

Île Barbe Bridge – Cabornes Girard loop from Brotteaux

03:18

43.7km

800m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 15.0 km for 299 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

2.45 km

Croix-Rousse Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

It is good to go during the summer because it is cool inside

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2

8.10 km

Barbe Island

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Picturesque island on the Saône with its tall trees and historic buildings

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3

8.13 km

Île Barbe Bridge

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And for those who are hungry, stop at Jocteur, the legendary bakery in Lyon, at the end of the bridge on the Lyon side, and taste their blueberry tart to die for !!!

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17.1 km

Cabornes Girard

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While enjoying the breathtaking views of the Saône Valley, you will pass through a historic landscape. The trails are not just about driving; they take you along ancient stone huts, called cabornes, built by shepherds and farmers centuries ago.

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17.5 km

Atelier des Cabornes

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Surrounded by small dry stone shelters called "cabornes", typical of the Lyon region, this workshop offers an immersion in ancestral know-how. The natural setting is composed of green hills and shaded paths.

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21.5 km

Col du Mont Thou

Mountain Pass

7

22.4 km

Mont Thou is the second highest peak in the Monts d'Or. It peaks at an altitude of 611 meters and offers a breathtaking view of the Saône and Lyon further south. It is easily accessible by car or on foot.

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24.3 km

La Croix Vitaise Viewpoint

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As you explore the rugged terrain of the Couzon-Au-Mont-D'Or region, you'll encounter the challenging La Croix Vitaise trail. This demanding mountain bike route, with its steep climbs and technical descents, …

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37.7 km

Quay Paul Sédaillan

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Magnificent cycle path with a view of the Saône

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43.7 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.9 km

6.17 km

3.50 km

3.18 km

2.56 km

1.43 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.0 km

6.80 km

2.32 km

2.11 km

360 m

182 m

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Monday 18 May

21°C

9°C

36 %

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