Chalet-des-Enfants Inn – Montheron Abbey loop from Epenex

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District de l'Ouest lausannois

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Chalet-des-Enfants Inn – Montheron Abbey loop from Epenex

Hard

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Chalet-des-Enfants Inn – Montheron Abbey loop from Epenex

03:29

41.4km

710m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.44 km

Cascade de la Mèbre

Highlight • Waterfall

Small charming waterfall on the banks of the Mèbre: a must.
⚠️ Trail with long and steep stairs.

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8.61 km

Bois de Vernand-Dessus

Forest

13.0 km

View of the Field

Highlight • Viewpoint

14.1 km

Chalet-des-Enfants Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

The Chalet-des-Enfants inn is located in a clearing in the heart of the Jorat Natural Park. It is an idyllic place to take a break and taste regional specialties.

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16.5 km

Jorat Nature Discovery Park

Nature Reserve

21.4 km

Montheron Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Old Abbey.
🚻⛲️ WC (under the room next to the parking lot) and fountain available.

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23.7 km

Couvert des Côtes Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Large covered area ideal for a bbq or a break.
Fireplace, fountain, tables, benches and toilets available.

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29.3 km

Fields opposite Chalet-à-Gobet

Highlight • Natural

A beautiful stretch of field opposite the village of Chalet-à-Gobet gives way to the surrounding forest of the Parc Naturel du Jorat.

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31.3 km

Soldiers' Fountain

Highlight • Structure

Old fountain with interesting history!

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39.1 km

Château de Renens

Castle

40.8 km

Renens VD Railway Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Renens train station was opened in 1856 with the inauguration of the Occidentalbahn. It was located on the line towards Lausanne and was part of the growing Western Swiss railway …

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