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Scenic Lyon Loop


A road cycling route starting from Decines-Charpieu

Experience the vibrant city of Lyon and its picturesque outskirts

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The Scenic Lyon Loop takes you on a journey through the vibrant city of Lyon and its picturesque outskirts. With a challenging difficulty level and significant ascent, this route is ideal for well-trained cyclists seeking a thrilling challenge. The epicness of this route is rated at 4, as it offers a scenic and diverse cycling experience, including an exhilarating climb. Highlights along the route include Lyon, a vibrant city filled with history, culture, and gastronomy, Esplanade, a picturesque square offering stunning views of the city, Civrieux-d'Azergues, a charming village with medieval charm, Saint-Didier-de-Formans, a picturesque town with quaint streets and historic buildings, Le Mas Rillier, a peaceful village known for its beautiful landscapes, and Décines Centre, offering a central point to rest and refuel. Overall, the Scenic Lyon Loop provides a challenging and rewarding cycling experience, combining cultural attractions with breathtaking scenery.

road
87 km
800 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Décines-Charpieu City center
Décines-Charpieu: Cyclist-friendly routes and urban-rural mix in Décines-Charpieu
Décines-Charpieu is a region located in Rhône-Alpes, France. From a cyclist's perspective, this locality offers a mix of urban and rural routes to explore. The region has a well-developed cycling infrastructure, including dedicated bike paths and lanes. Cyclists can enjoy scenic rides through the countryside, with the opportunity to visit nearby natural parks like Parc de Miribel-Jonage. While there aren't any well-known climbs nearby, Décines-Charpieu provides a cyclist-friendly environment for both road and gravel cycling.
LyonCity
Lyon, the vibrant city known for its rich history, culture, and world-renowned gastronomy, serves as the starting point for this scenic loop.
EsplanadeViewpoint
Esplanade offers breathtaking views of Lyon from above, making it the perfect spot for a brief pause.
Civrieux-d'AzerguesVillage
Civrieux-d'Azergues is a charming village with medieval streets and a rich history.
Saint-Didier-de-FormansVillage
Saint-Didier-de-Formans is a picturesque town filled with quaint streets, historic buildings, and a charming ambiance.
Le Mas RillierHamlet
Le Mas Rillier is a peaceful village surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, providing a serene atmosphere for cyclists.
Le MamelonViewpoint
Le Mamelon offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, providing the perfect spot to pause and appreciate the scenery.
Décines CentreShelter
Décines Centre is a central point along the route, ideal for resting, refueling, and exploring the surrounding area.
Finish: Décines-Charpieu City center
Décines-Charpieu: Cyclist-friendly routes and urban-rural mix in Décines-Charpieu

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