Crémieu, medieval town – Hières-sur-Amby village loop from Chavanoz

Crémieu, medieval town – Hières-sur-Amby village loop from Chavanoz

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Crémieu, medieval town – Hières-sur-Amby village loop from Chavanoz

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40.1km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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9.10 km

Crémieu, medieval town

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This small city of character, located 40 kilometers from Lyon has a sumptuous architectural heritage. Walking through its narrow streets, you will discover the Delphinal castle, its majestic 16th century hall, its cloister or its Augustinian convent. The medieval town of Crémieu is classified as a Protected Area for Urban and Landscape Architectural Heritage (ZPPAUP).

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Crémieu

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Crémieu, medieval city, the delphinal castle (12th century), from the top of its strategic promontory is the witness of the development of the city: construction of imposing fortified gates (14th century), of a majestic market (15th century), 'an Augustinian convent backing onto the ramparts (14th-19th century) then its cloister (17th century) ... So many vestiges which are visible traces of a past where Crémieu had military, economic and religious importance.

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10.6 km

Small slope through the rocks

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Imposing rock formations below and a medieval castle above

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15.0 km

Chapelle des Quatre Vents

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21.0 km

Lavoir d'Optevoz

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Very nice wash house with a splendid limestone lauze roof.

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21.6 km

La Tuille Pond

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Optevoz has been occupied since the Bronze Age.
In the 19th century, limestone mining and agriculture were the main activities. At this time, the village became a place of stay for many painters seduced by the light and the landscapes (in particular the Vanne d'Optevoz represented in numerous paintings).

Source: Optevoz website

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21.9 km

Étang de la Tuille

Lake

27.5 km

Hières-sur-Amby village

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The origins of Hières-sur-Amby, like so many towns in this region, can be found in the Gallo-Roman period. This is evidenced, among other things, by an archaeological excavation site on the high plateau south-east of the village. Unfortunately, this can only be reached by bike via detours. A short hike up the steep climb is worthwhile, however, because the view from the plateau over the Rhone Valley is phenomenal.

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