Numerous panoramic views of the Haute Bourbre valley and the peaks and full of heritage discoveries. The adobe farms and four-sided roofs made of flaked tiles, fortified houses and castles will offer you a few breaks.
At the beginning of the village of Virieu, you will quickly notice the pretty place du Trêve with its covered market hall and some sketches of the painter Jongkind. At the Trêve post, take the small path in the forest to go up to the medieval castle of Virieu (possibility to go up by the road for an easier surfacing). Once on the heights, nice views are waiting for you before hiking in the forest that leads to the cross of the dead monk. Then take the first path on the right, contemplate the castle of Pupetières and gradually go down towards the village.
If you start from the railway station of Virieu-Panissage, follow the yellow markings towards the center of the village of Virieu (+750m).
From the church parking, follow the yellow markings and the following crossroads:
> Le Trêve
> Château de Virieu
> Les Cardelles
> Croix de l’Homnezy
> Chemin de Ripaillon
> Les Frênes
> Croix du Moine Mort (take the first path on the right)
> Mallein
> Combe Mounard
> Les Platières
> Les Tournelles
> Le Trève
> Virieu (church parking lot)
Marked itinerary
Distance : 14.5km
Difference in altitude : 504m
Positive difference in altitude : 504m
Average time : 255 Min
Openings
All year round.
Prices
Free access.
Equipements
- Car park
- Public WC
Services
- Pets welcome
Average length of visit : 255 min
Castles and farms of the Bas Dauphiné
Parking de l'église - 90 rue Carnot
38730 Val-de-Virieu