Vénissieux, a region located within the Metropolis of Lyon in eastern France, offers a favorable environment for outdoor activities. Its proximity to the Rhône River and extensive green spaces provides a blend of urban accessibility and natural retreats. The area's relatively flat terrain along the river makes it suitable for several sports like gravel biking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
The Vénissieux region features more than 50 routes for outdoor enthusiasts, covering several sports including gravel biking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and hiking. More than 57,000 visitors have explored these routes, resulting in an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 stars. Cyclists can find varied terrain, from dedicated cycle paths along the ViaRhôna to white-gravel sections ideal for gravel biking around Vénissieux. Jogging and hiking trails utilize the riverbanks and local green spaces, offering accessible options for all levels. For more detailed information on specific activities, explore guides such as Gravel biking around Vénissieux or Running Trails around Vénissieux.
98
Routes
4.3
(252)
Average rating
2387
People visited

3.5
(2)
203
runners
5.51km
00:36
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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139
runners
3.72km
00:24
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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55
runners
5.02km
00:33
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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runners
12.9km
01:23
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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72
riders
36.0km
01:31
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

44
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65.5km
03:01
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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58
riders
40.7km
01:48
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
82.0km
04:02
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
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323
riders
63.1km
03:08
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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24
riders
86.7km
05:11
400m
400m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
73.1km
04:45
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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42
riders
108km
05:31
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.8
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51
riders
12.8km
00:47
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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32
riders
25.2km
01:41
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
riders
33.2km
02:33
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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24
riders
58.2km
03:31
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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58
hikers
7.72km
01:59
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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13
hikers
6.42km
01:41
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
12.5km
03:14
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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10
hikers
7.69km
01:59
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
35.5km
02:14
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
38.3km
02:06
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
34.2km
02:09
90m
90m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
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4
riders
19.1km
01:04
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vénissieux, located within the Metropolis of Lyon, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Gravel biking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Hiking. The region features 79 routes with an average rating of 4.29 stars.
Yes, Vénissieux provides access to gravel biking opportunities, particularly along the ViaRhôna and within the Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. These areas feature white-gravel paths suitable for gravel bikes. More information can be found in the Gravel biking around Vénissieux guide.
Running trails in Vénissieux can be found along the Rhône River banks and within green spaces like Parc de la Feyssine. These locations offer accessible routes for joggers. Consult the Running Trails around Vénissieux guide for specific routes.
Road cycling routes are accessible from Vénissieux, including sections of the ViaRhôna which offer dedicated cycle paths. The region's relatively flat terrain along the river is suitable for road cyclists. Detailed routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Vénissieux guide.
Hiking opportunities exist in Vénissieux, utilizing the riverbanks and local green spaces. These trails offer options for various skill levels. For specific hiking paths, refer to the Hiking around Vénissieux guide.
Key natural attractions include Parc de la Feyssine, located along the Rhône, and the extensive Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. The ViaRhôna cycling route also provides access to scenic river views and natural landscapes. The Rhône River banks themselves offer picturesque routes.
Yes, the Vénissieux region offers family-friendly options, particularly in areas like Grand Parc Miribel Jonage, which features children's play areas and picnic spots. The relatively flat terrain along the Rhône River makes many cycling and walking routes accessible for families. The ViaRhôna also has sections suitable for family outings.
Vénissieux is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 57,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 79 routes have received over 4,600 ratings, averaging 4.29 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Vénissieux, covering various sports. These include guides for Gravel biking, Running Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, MTB Trails, and Hiking.
For official inquiries regarding Vénissieux, the local administration can be reached via their official website or by phone. The official website is www.venissieux.fr. The phone number is +33 4 72 21 44 44.
Yes, mountain biking trails are available in the Vénissieux area. The region offers specific routes catering to mountain bikers. For detailed information on these trails, consult the MTB Trails around Vénissieux guide.
The outdoor routes in Vénissieux have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on over 4,600 reviews from users who have explored the 79 available routes in the region. The high average rating reflects positive user experiences.

