Discover the beauty of Roche, Isère, Rhône-Alpes

Solve the mystery of the "White Queen" thanks to thematic boards along the track and through the woods of Chapulay and Devey. A strategic site between Savoy and Dauphiné since the Middle Ages, Château de Septème, its ramparts and gardens invite you on a historical walk from Antiquity to the Renaissance. This important medieval fortress has been in the same family for 250 years and still remains a great family home. More than 30 peacocks roam freely in the park and French-style gardens. From Vienne, head for Pont-évêque via the D502, then turn left onto the D75 to Septème. Departure from Septème village centre. Follow the Rue des Petits-Potaches, then turn left onto Chemin Cressonnières. At Le Moyer, pass the houses until the "Rambotière" post, then continue on the thematic path of the Reine Blanche (White Queen), through Bois de Chapulay (wood). At the end of the path, turn left, cross a road and continue straight ahead. Before reaching the main road, take the path on the right, then left on a dirt road. Cross the RD38 and go opposite towards "Laveyssin" then "Le Meillou". Turn left onto Route des Mitoyens and left again onto Chemin de la Plagne. At the end of the road, take Route des Remparts on your left. Turn right onto a dirt track to the road. At the next crossroads, go down the path to the left. At the post "Le Château", go along the château’s enclosure, then, after 100 m, you’ll reach the beginning of a path that’s not very obviously marked. Turn right onto the path which is very steep in places. At the crossroads, take the path to the wash house opposite, walk along the Vega stream and return to the start. Thematic trail of the Reine Blanche (White Queen): start from the picnic area of Bois de Chapulay (wood), 1.5 km south of Septème by the D38 (18 thematic markers on the animal and plant world).

The region of Isle Crémieu is said to be a land of history and stone. This itinerary invites you to explore the remarkable architecture of the local villages full of stone houses and thackstone roofs. From Crémieu, take the D52 road to Siccieu, then turn right towards Soleymieu. Turn right again towards Sablonnières, then take the D517 road towards Morestel. Take the D16 to Vézeronce-Curtin and turn right again onto the D19 towards Saint-Chef and Flosaille. At Flosaille, take the D65 towards Vénérieu, then the D18a to reach Panossas and Chozeau before returning to Crémieu.

A wonderful exploration of the limestone plateau of Larina, overlooking the River Rhône. A whole array of archaeological remains, displayed across a 21-hectare site, tell us that this plateau was inhabited from the Neolithic period until the 10th century. From Crémieu, head north on the D65 road towards Leyrieu, then turn off to the right, towards Verna. When you reach Hières-sur-Amby, turn right onto the D52a towards Optevoz, then take the D140a to Courtenay. From there, head for Soleymieu and Carisieu on the D14, then take the D54 towards Siccieu-Etang and, finally, turn left back towards Crémieu.

This circuit will delight the amateurs of unevenness. Technical and pleasant loop with many passages in undergrowth on paths, views on the Vercors, the Chartreuse and the Mont-Blanc. From the Champ de Mars parking lot in Cessieu, follow the yellow marks and the following crossroads: Champ Robert > Les communaux > Les Guerres > Le Calvaire > Notre-Dame de Bonne Conduite > Le Gayet > Bonnard > L'Enfer > Le Grand Poste > Tire-Gerbe > Rochetoirin > Laï > Le Puy > Montbertaud > La Croix de Fer > CESSIEU The circuit starts with a beautiful ascent in undergrowth with views of the Vercors, the Chartreuse and the Mont-Blanc. Many forests to cross as well as ponds mark out the loop. Take a break to admire the landscape at the orientation tables of Rochetoirin (to the left of the church) and of the Chapelle St-Joseph (on the heights of Cessieu). As far as heritage is concerned, you will pass by the castle of Montceau and the Chapels St-Joseph and Notre-Dame de la Salette (Cessieu).

This short and shaded loop invites you to contemplate the chapels Notre-Dame de Salette and St-Joseph and the beautiful panorama located at the second one. From the Champ de Mars, you'll reach the church of Cessieu. Step inside to admire the murals by Dutch artist Cor van Gelenken. Just behind the church stands the round clock tower. It is said to have played a protective role in medieval times. Follow the path up into the forest. After 400m, you'll see the Notre-Dame de Salette chapel on your left. Continue uphill to the St-Joseph chapel. Freshly restored, the chapel overlooks the Bourbre valley. From the viewpoint indicator behind the chapel, you can contemplate the Monts du Lyonnais, the Vercors and the Chartreuse. After the Croix de Fer, you pass through a number of hamlets and the Cessieu woods. The profile descends to Les Guerres and climbs back up to Les Communaux. The hike ends downhill on a small road lined with hedgerows. Translated with DeepL.com (free version) From the parking of the Champ de Mars in Cessieu, follow the yellow markings and the following signposts: >CESSIEU >La Croix de Fer > La Croix de Pierre >La Croix de Fer >CESSIEU

Distance : 9 km Duration: 2h45 Difference in height : +150 m Level : Medium

Lovely walking tour sometimes through fields, sometimes underwoods or in the shade. Be carreful, few crossings on busy roads and respect fields. To see, the tower of Pinet and the Blaches forest. 1- Head along the tennis courts by a path which goes up to the post "Le Salin". Then turn right and reach the "Chez David" post. 2- Turn left and continue to climb the hillside by a track which enters the Blaches state forest. At the junction with a forest road, go right and join the D538 at the post "L'étang des Blaches". Turn right and then left on the road to Montseveroux. 3- Immediately turn left on the wide track which runs along a pond (private). Pass a first post "Les Blaches" and continue straight ahead. At the second post, turn left towards "Pinet". After two road crossings, reach the post "Tour de Pinet". > Variation to complete a small loop (5.7 km, 1hr45): go down to the foot of the Pinet Tower and continue to the hamlet of Pinet. Take a track on the left to "Le Salin". 4- Turn right and reach the post "Les crêtes". Turn left onto the gravel path that leads down the hillside to a road; go right to the end of the road and continue on a wide path in the undergrowth. Stay on this hillside path that borders the peaceful Combe de Vaux (Sensitive Natural Area). Take a partially paved track and then reach a hamlet. Continue to the right on the road and go up to the post "Le Paviot". 5- Go to Eyzin-Pinet. Go down to the D41 at the "Thibaud" post. Turn right and then, immediately after a bridge, turn left onto a farm track that joins the Gère stream. Cross at the ford and continue straight to join the hillside that you climb to join a road; follow it to the left. 6- After the houses, take the path on the crests. Then go down on a road that crosses a hamlet. In a dead end, take a wide grassy path on the right and reach the post "La Garde". 7- Turn left towards Eyzin-Pinet. After crossing the road, continue on a wide gravel road. Go along a poplar grove and cross the Gère again. Join a road on the hillside. 8- Go ahead on a path which climbs up to a road; take it to the right until you reach a crossroads. Continue up Colas hill and pass the houses before turning left onto a meadow path. Reach an isolated building that you go around on the right to find the post "Chez David". 2- Using the outward journey path, return to the starting point. Be careful when crossing busy roads. Respect the crops. Things to see: the Pinet Tower and Blaches state forest. Things to see: a curiosity, you’ll pass along an outsider art wall, created in the 1980s by a snake hunter.

Distance : 9,9 km Duration : 2 h 50 Difference in height : +138 m Level : Medium

Discover during your journey, Vallin's forest, a mystical place, with its marshes, its pond and its two streams : limestone for one and ferruginous for the other. This little walk in the forest will be relaxing and full of surprises. A very gentle relief, punctuated by two short climbs and a 100% forest atmosphere under the beech, oak and hazel trees. From the car park, take the path behind the barrier and follow the yellow markings and the following crossroads: > Saint Joseph > La Thébaïde > Etang de Vallin > La Thébaïde > Saint Joseph by the pond > Back to the car park

This hike will offer you a magnificent view of the Mont Blanc chain from the start. You will discover the surrounding mountains at the orientation table. Stop for your picnic at the Belmont landscaped area or at the hunters' cabin. From the Biol Le Haut car park, follow the direction of Reveret and Biol and follow the small stream to the footbridge. Join the D520, cross it carefully and then follow the D51 for 200m to reach the "La Moutonnière" post. Continue straight ahead until you reach Belmont, where you can have a picnic on an area arranged towards a (private) pond. In Belmont, head towards "Bois Bessay" then pass the posts "les Chasseurs", "le Crépon" and "Les Planches" through the Poullins woods and the king's forest. After 1.4km, in the direction of "Les 3 Coches", there is a hunters' cabin (always open, with water, except in winter). After the "Aux Bois" post, go back and forth to the orientation table. Finally, go down the small road to reach the departure car park.

In the heart of the lively medieval village of Crémieu, we welcome you to the old Capuchin monastery where 5 spacious rooms with private bathrooms invite you to enjoy a pleasant stay. You can make the most of the grounds as well as the swimming pool in the summer season. Over fifteen different shops and restaurants can be found within walking distance. We can serve breakfast out on the terrace overlooking the ancient grounds, or in the veranda when the weather is cooler. A courtesy tea and coffee tray with a kettle is provided in your room.

2 star campsite with 28 shaded pitches on 2.5ha of meadow land. Marie and Jérôme will give your a warm welcome all year round, whether you are camping, caravanning or renting one of their chalets or their more unusual Kota Dream. Awarded 'Accueil Vélos' label. Various accommodation options: chalet motel, mobile homes by the night or week, canvas tents, safari lodge, Kota Dream, camping car area and tent pitches.

Inside a real mongolian yurt, let's have a sit for unseal meals. Various menus with refined meat and traditional and regional dishes.

Château hotel and Le Capella gastronomic restaurant, located 45 minutes from Lyon, 1 hour from Grenoble, and 90 minutes from Geneva, in the Bourgoin-Jallieu, La Tour du Pin and Morestel triangle. Carrying the name of the noble families who had it built, the Capellas and the Cornutis, the Château de Chapeau Cornu has stood in lush greenery since the 13th century. For 20 years this château hotel, combining charm and elegance, has been welcoming guests for an unforgettable stay: a gourmet or romantic escape, a holiday, a business trip, a wedding celebration, a meeting, or any other event. Free pick-up service for guests and bikes from the ViaRhona

Traditional cooking, made with local products. View on the Chartreuse mountains and Dauphiné's valleys. Nice scenic terrace. Grocery store, regional newspaper depot, gas depot, bread store and local products. Bistrot de Pays label - Isère Cheval Vert

Traditional bistro-style catering (regional salad, menu, daily menu every midday from Monday to Friday...). Burgers (take-away), tacos (take-away) Pizza on site or to take away on Friday evening and Saturday evening Preparation of food to take away every Saturday midday and Sunday midday.

In a green setting only 50 minutes from Lyon, the gastronomic restaurant Le Capella at Château de Chapeau Cornu offers you a tasty, gourmet cuisine, prepared with fresh, high quality, local produce. Named in honour of its founder, the gastronomic restaurant Le Capella opened in 2005. Under its stone vaults, the quaint setting in the restaurant's two rooms, blending both past and present, will enthral you. On nice days, the sunny terraces by the Château's swimming pool offer an idyllic setting. Quality, flavour, comfort, charm and delight are, after all, the restaurant's keywords. The smiling and dynamic team at Le Capella looks forward to sharing a pleasant moment with you the next time around.

If you want to buy products from a number of local producers without having to go from farm to farm, place your order online! The advantage? Benefit from products from around twenty farms in the area, with collection from a single farm! The order is registered at your nearest relay farm. You can find it easily on the website, on the "collection points" page and then see the list or map. Orders can be placed by telephone or by visiting a relay farm, no later than 8pm on a Saturday. For fresh produce, remember to bring a cool box or insulated bag and a basket to collect your vegetables. Packaging should be brought to the relay farms: egg cartons, glass jars (jam, milk bottles brought back clean, etc.), crockery pots, etc. Don't forget to bring the crates back too if you're taking them with you. The group is based on the following criteria: - the use of pesticides on crops is prohibited, - the use of sanitary treatments and antibiotics on animals is limited to those authorised in organic farming, - the use or purchase of products containing GMOs is prohibited, - The natural cycles of crops and animals must be respected, - wild and domestic biodiversity must be preserved, - priority is given to the production of animal feed on the farm, - the use of animal effluents to feed the soil, without pollution, is implemented, - renewable energies and fossil fuel savings are favoured, - self-sufficiency in plant and animal seeds is sought. On these points, some of which are more demanding than the "organic farming" specifications, each farm commits to development objectives to move towards farming that is even more respectful of nature and people. The exchange and dissemination of techniques between the different farmers in the group should enable everyone to benefit from the experience of others. More generally, in its links with consumers and the local area, the association will make it possible to: - limit transport by selling locally - introduce fair trade rules: a fair price for the consumer and a decent income for the producer, - promote consumer information by means of a liaison sheet, - involve consumers in the same way as producers in defining the association's objectives and decision-making processes.

Come and enjoy the glamping area in the Domaine de Suzel with family or friends. 2 lodges, each sleeping 4, available.

Sleeping up to 4 guests, the Cabane de Suzel, nestled among hundred-year old poplars, is the perfect spot for young and old. With its 360° views, you can discover the magnificent nature surrounding the property. Perched above the river, the Cabane de Suzel has electricity and running water. Enjoy an exceptional night in perfect harmony with nature. In the morning, transport your breakfast from the foot of the tree, using the pulley...

The dwelling is made of limestone rubble and has a rectangular plan. The upper floors are served by two spiral stair towers, one circular, engaged in the west facade of the building and the other polygonal, projecting more sharply on the east facade.

The castle displays the power of the 24 families that have owned it for the past 800 years. For the last 250 years it has belonged to the same family. Septème provides a warm welcome to children and adults alike. The name Septème recalls the presence in Roman times of a military milestone at mile seven (septem in Latin) on the road from Vienne to northern Italy. A the top of the hill are the ruins of the old castle (10th century). In the 13th century, the House of Savoy created a powerful base for operations against the Dauphin and set up an impressive stronghold with over 1 km of ramparts. Today the castle is famous for its impressive ramparts surrounding a park where peacocks roam free. The castle rooms are also exceptionally well preserved and are a chance for visitors to imagine life in the Middle Ages, thanks to the fine collections of furniture and ornamental objects.

Two tables and benches are available under the trees, next to the play area for children.

Church dating from 11th, 16th and 19th century and its wall paintings from 16h century, classified by the departmental Antiquities and works of art Commission. 11th a,d 13th century priory besides the church

At the entrance to Crémieu, as you leave the picturesque Gorges de la Fusa, picnic tables are provided for lunch in the shade.

As you enter the town from the Fusa gorges, you'll see a washhouse that dates from the very end of the 19th century. Its impressive dimensions make it the biggest washhouse in the region! It has a rectangular layout and a low brick wall built on limestone foundations. Because of its size, it is supported by twelve columns on each side along its length and four at each end, including two double columns in the corners. These bush-hammered limestone columns are topped with square capitals. This appears to be the only washhouse in Crémieu, as the River Vaux served this purpose when it used to flow below the ramparts. Some old wash stones can be seen near the gate, Porte de la Loi.

On-farm sale of cow and goat cheese as well as organic wheat flour and sunflower oil.

Located 40km away from Lyon, the medieval city of Crémieu has an authentic and impressive architectural legacy. The first buildings are from the 12th century. Thanks to the map of the town, with its numbered dots, you can discover all the interesting spots. A numbered itinerary, available free of charge from the information desks of the Balcons du Dauphiné Tourist Office, allows you to discover all the monuments. The emblematic monuments of Crémieu, Petite Cité de Caractère, include: - The Château Delphinal (12th century), from the top of its strategic promontory, bears witness to the town's development (not open to the public). - The fortified gates (14th century), including the Porte de La Loi, restored in 2023. - The market hall (15th century), unique in Isère, - The Augustinian convent built against the ramparts (14th-19th century) and its cloister (17th century). These are the visible traces of a past when Crémieu was an important military, economic and religious center of the first order. The medieval city of Crémieu is classified as a ZPPAUP (Urban and Rural Architectural Heritage Protection Zone).

This charming medieval chapel surrounded by an old cemetery shows the importance of the hamlet of Illins in the history of the village of Luzinay. The chapel was the former Saint-Jean-Baptiste d'Illins parish church.

Inside a real mongolian yurt, let's have a sit for unseal meals. Various menus with refined meat and traditional and regional dishes.

Traditional restaurant offering divers specialties and frog legs.

Traditional cooking, made with local products. View on the Chartreuse mountains and Dauphiné's valleys. Nice scenic terrace. Grocery store, regional newspaper depot, gas depot, bread store and local products. Bistrot de Pays label - Isère Cheval Vert

Traditional bistro-style catering (regional salad, menu, daily menu every midday from Monday to Friday...). Burgers (take-away), tacos (take-away) Pizza on site or to take away on Friday evening and Saturday evening Preparation of food to take away every Saturday midday and Sunday midday.

In a green setting only 50 minutes from Lyon, the gastronomic restaurant Le Capella at Château de Chapeau Cornu offers you a tasty, gourmet cuisine, prepared with fresh, high quality, local produce. Named in honour of its founder, the gastronomic restaurant Le Capella opened in 2005. Under its stone vaults, the quaint setting in the restaurant's two rooms, blending both past and present, will enthral you. On nice days, the sunny terraces by the Château's swimming pool offer an idyllic setting. Quality, flavour, comfort, charm and delight are, after all, the restaurant's keywords. The smiling and dynamic team at Le Capella looks forward to sharing a pleasant moment with you the next time around.

Traditional, regional and seasonal cuisine. Groups bookings accepted - Family meals - Meetings - Cocktails - Banquets - Restaurant and hotel packages

Traditional cuisine - Dish of the day - Italian specialities - Frogs' legs and wishbones.

Dish of the day and a choice of dishes. Traditional cuisine based on fresh, seasonal produce. Salad menu/Grilled meats.

Kebabs and Turkish cuisine. 100% veal meat. Fresh produce. To eat in or take away.

In the heart of the lively medieval village of Crémieu, we welcome you to the old Capuchin monastery where 5 spacious rooms with private bathrooms invite you to enjoy a pleasant stay. You can make the most of the grounds as well as the swimming pool in the summer season. Over fifteen different shops and restaurants can be found within walking distance. We can serve breakfast out on the terrace overlooking the ancient grounds, or in the veranda when the weather is cooler. A courtesy tea and coffee tray with a kettle is provided in your room.

The La Gabetière hotel welcomes guests in a charming 16th century manor house in a vast park. In this country setting, you will love the poetry of the old stones, as well as the swimming pool on sunny days. The hotel has 12 stylish rooms, all with en suite bathrooms and WCs, as well as 2 flats (one for 4 people and the other for 8 people). The rooms are tastefully decorated, each with its own theme.

2 star campsite with 28 shaded pitches on 2.5ha of meadow land. Marie and Jérôme will give your a warm welcome all year round, whether you are camping, caravanning or renting one of their chalets or their more unusual Kota Dream. Awarded 'Accueil Vélos' label. Various accommodation options: chalet motel, mobile homes by the night or week, canvas tents, safari lodge, Kota Dream, camping car area and tent pitches.

A small piece of Mongolia in Isère, Les "Mille et une Yourtes" propose the unusual experience of a very faraway land only a few km aways, for one night, a week or a meal time. 40 min away from Lyon and Grenoble, in Biol, 700 meters above the sea level, with the view on the Chartreuse, the Alps mountains, the Mont Blanc and the Vercors, this little Mongolian town will welcome you in a quiet and peacful area. Unusual accommodation in 8 yurts, hand-painted , introduced from Mongolia, for 2-6 people. Simple and double bed, sheets, blankets and electricity so heated in winter. Private terrace with chair and deck chair. New : the yurt "Tourtereaux" has its own private outdoor spa for a romantic moment. Free access to the covered outdoor kitchen (fridge, cooking plate, barbecue) , pool. Common sanitary , heated , reachable for handicaped people, spacious shower (towels not included). Petanque, barbecue , ballons and games for kids are ready to order.

Château hotel and Le Capella gastronomic restaurant, located 45 minutes from Lyon, 1 hour from Grenoble, and 90 minutes from Geneva, in the Bourgoin-Jallieu, La Tour du Pin and Morestel triangle. Carrying the name of the noble families who had it built, the Capellas and the Cornutis, the Château de Chapeau Cornu has stood in lush greenery since the 13th century. For 20 years this château hotel, combining charm and elegance, has been welcoming guests for an unforgettable stay: a gourmet or romantic escape, a holiday, a business trip, a wedding celebration, a meeting, or any other event. Free pick-up service for guests and bikes from the ViaRhona

2 guest rooms located in a natural environment, 10 km from the urban and historical centre of Vienna, accessible by the D538, in the direction of Cours et Buis and Beaurepaire. Saint Sorlin de Vienne by the "Chamboud" crossroads.

Equipped gite in a totally renovated former Dauphine farm. Courtyard and private garden in a country setting.

Come and enjoy the glamping area in the Domaine de Suzel with family or friends. 2 lodges, each sleeping 4, available.

Sleeping up to 4 guests, the Cabane de Suzel, nestled among hundred-year old poplars, is the perfect spot for young and old. With its 360° views, you can discover the magnificent nature surrounding the property. Perched above the river, the Cabane de Suzel has electricity and running water. Enjoy an exceptional night in perfect harmony with nature. In the morning, transport your breakfast from the foot of the tree, using the pulley...

This superb dovecote dating from the 18th century has been restored and is maintained as a reminder of when men bred pigeons. The Domaine de Suzel offers an unusual romantic bedroom for an unforgettable stay for two. The interior of the dovecote is arranged in a luxurious suite. It has a large 215 cm round bed, a mini bar and a magnificent wrought iron balcony, you will feel immediately welcome and leave with wonderful memories. Looking out over the wrought iron balcony, you will have a breathtaking view of the Alps, ideal for a romantic evening. Next to the dovecote is the terrace, which is a delightful place to relax, but that's not all: just by the dovecote, there is an orchard! Another one of the many small pleasures of the Domaine de Suzel for you to make the most of.