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View of Vertrieu castle – View of the Saut du Rhône loop from Hières-sur-Amby

View of Vertrieu castle – View of the Saut du Rhône loop from Hières-sur-Amby

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View of Vertrieu castle – View of the Saut du Rhône loop from Hières-sur-Amby

02:26

58.5km

330m

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: June 19, 2026

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After 11.3 km for 254 m

After 30.7 km for 96 m

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Start point

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9.95 km

La Balme Caves

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In the caves of La Balme one can look back on a long history: Various archaeological finds indicate that the caves were already inhabited by people at the end of the Bronze Age. Later, in the 9th and 14th centuries, two chapels were built at its entrance. During the 18th century, rumors spread that a famous French smuggler was hiding in the grotto. Visitors can explore the caves on their own along a paved path about a kilometer long. Guided tours are also available on request.

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10.9 km

ViaRhôna — Groslée to La Balme (section)

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ViaRhôna 7: Groslée - La Balme. This section of the ViaRhôna is mainly on a path with some hard gravel sections. The views are really nice as you ride next to fields with mountain views.

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16.3 km

View of Vertrieu castle

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Pretty views from the other bank of the Rhône, on the Via Rhôna.

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20.1 km

View of the Saut du Rhône

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Some agitations of the Rhone at the passage of the Isle de la Serre where one can also go kayaking there.

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50.8 km

Lavoir d'Optevoz

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Very nice wash house with a splendid limestone lauze roof.

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51.3 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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51.6 km

Étang de la Tuille

Lake

57.3 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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58.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.4 km

18.9 km

656 m

355 m

197 m

Surfaces

55.2 km

2.97 km

221 m

159 m

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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View of Vertrieu castle – View of the Saut du Rhône loop from Hières-sur-Amby

La Balme Caves

ViaRhôna — Groslée to La Balme (section)

View of Vertrieu castle

View of the Saut du Rhône

Lavoir d'Optevoz

La Tuille Pond

Hières-sur-Amby village

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