Guided & Independent
Accommodation
Guided & Independent
T he southern Beaujolais region is known as the
“ Golden stones country”( pierres dorées), due to the warm colour of the limestone used in its historic buildings. Here, our unique walking holiday will pass through a number of remarkable villages with some of the prettiest villages in France perched on hilly promontories. Wherever you look, you ' ll find fortified remains, chateaux or churches adorning the vine covered slopes. The scale and gentleness of the slopes has created a sumptuous landscape of interlocking hills receding to the horizon, that literally leaves you with the impression of flying over the hills. This picturesque wine growing area, which is often referred to as the French Tuscany, is one of our most popular holidays.
Day 1: Arrival Welcome in Lyon and transfer to Beaujolais
BEAUJOLAIS- Medieval Village Tour
Walks: day-by-day
Day 2: Moiré- Cogny From the pretty hamlet of Moiré your trail climbs onto a picturesque ridge with great views that let you discover the region through which you’ ll be walking for the week. Descend to the quaint medieval village of Theizé. After lunch cross secluded valleys to reach your B & B. 13km, + 400m
Day 3: Cogny- Lacenas Today has an easier and harder option. The longer route ascends to Montmelas and its amazing chateau and then to the Chapel St Bonnet which provides amazing views of the eastern Beaujolais. Wine tasting visit at B & B 8.5km or 14km, + 180m or + 450m
Day 4: Lacenas- Pommiers Today ' s trail passes through vines and the beautiful limestone village of Jarnioux with its amazing towered chateau( possibility to visit chateau). Your walking trail then climbs to the lovely ridge-top village of Pommiers, offering great views of the Beaujolais and the Alps. 15.5km, 360m
♦ Beautiful historic villages built from a warm golden limestone with medieval chateaux and historic monuments
♦ Beautiful rolling countryside reminiscent of Tuscany providing exceptional views across the vines to the Alps
♦ Varied walking through vines in a quiet area, famous for its wine and its gastronomic delights. Great local hospitality
Day 5: Pommiers- Chatillon d’ Azergues Your day ' s walk climbs gently through vines, pasture and forest to the historic ridge top villages of Marcy and Charnay. From here the path descends to the fortified hill-top village of Châtillon d ' Azergues with its historic chateau and chapel. 14km or 17km + 200m
Days 6: Chatillon d’ Azergues- St Verand You’ ll start with a visit of Chatillon, including its 12th century chapel, before climbing out along a ridge to reach the historic village of Bagnols with its impressive chateau, historic dwellings and great views. The walking trail then follows a former railway line descending to the village of Bois d ' Oingt before traversing the forest of Flachere to reach your next guest house on an organic farm. 20km, + 340m
Day 7: St Verand- Moiré Today ' s walk takes you along a ridge offering great panoramic views of the hilltop villages on the opposite side of the valley, before descending to the small and quaint historic centre at Ternand, once an important fortified outpost for the Lords of Lyon. Then ascend to Oingt, classed as one of the prettiest villages in France. Explore its narrow alleyways and admire the amazing views of the southern Beaujolais. 17km, + 460m
Day 8: Departure- Transfer to Lyon after breakfast
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Walking Profile
Holiday Profile
5 Night version also available
6 walks moving between guest houses, averaging about 16km with limited ascents and descents, good paths, although some rough and stony sections. Average daily ascent is 325m. This holiday can be made easier by opting for a rest day.
Starts every day of week subject to availability. 7 nights: 6 days independent or guided walking moving between guest houses. Also available as a 5 night holiday with 4 walking days
At a Glance
GUIDED / INDEPENDENT Price: Grade: Profile: Dates: March
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October
Accommodation
5 or 6 charming guest houses full of local character( 3 or 4 corns quality) offering an authentic and very comfortable stay. Two with pools. Great hospitality and local cuisine. Example: Clos Pomeirs is a charming, renovated stone property with great views & pool.
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What’ s included
What’ s not included
Airport and station transfers from Lyon, 7 nights ' accommodation. All breakfasts, 6 picnic lunches and 6 evening meals. Full walking notes and maps or guiding, transport of luggage between guest houses.
Travel to Lyon, France; lunches on the day of arrival and departure plus one evening meal, any excursions or entrance fees, travel insurance
Book now on + 44( 0) 7483 241 945 or visit www. highpointholidays. co. uk