Cycling route : Tour of Isle Crémieu
Le Grand Tour de l'Isle Crémieu by bike (74km)! Between ViaRhôna and Voie Verte, connect the medieval cities of Quirieu and Crémieu. An epic journey between castles, marshes, Caves of the Balme and archaeological sites. Sporting level.
Live a total immersion in the heritage of Nord-Isère with this circuit of 74 km (difficult level), ideal for cycling athletes for the day or families roaming on two days.
A route with a thousand faces:
Medieval cities and the Green Way: From the Blue Valley, follow the Rhône to the perched city of Quirieu before crossing the secret marshes of L'Isle Crémieu. In Arandon, join the old railway track of the East of Lyon, transformed into a peaceful and secure greenway.
Heritage and History: Admire the castle of Serrières and the fortified house of Montagnieu. In Crémieu, let yourself be charmed by its castle Delphinal, its majestic halls and its fortified gates.
Natural Curiosities and Archaeology:
Stop over at Hières-sur-Amby for its Archaeological Museum.
Explore the mysterious universe of the Caves of the Balme (labyrinths and underground lake).
Over the water: Enjoy a magnificent view of the village of Indirectly and its two castles. Cross the Rhône towards L'Isle de la Serre (Espace Eau Vive) for a refreshing break before heading back to the Vallée Bleue, historic land of quarries.
Organizational Council:
In 1 day: Plan a lunch break at Trept, ideally located halfway.
In 2 days: Trept is a perfect step for an overnight stay, allowing to divide the effort and enjoy more visits (Caves, Museums, Cities).
A masterly loop where the history of the Dauphiné is revealed at each pedal stroke!
Good to know
For a two-day tour, Trept is an ideal place to spend the night.
Practical information
Activities proposed
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Cycle sports,
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Mountain biking,
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Electric-assisted bike,
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Electric-assisted mountain bike
Equipments
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Car park,
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Camper van reception area,
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Picnic area
Time schedule
Choose dates:
From 04/01/26 to 10/31/26
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Monday :
Closed
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Tuesday :
Closed
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Wednesday :
Open
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Thursday :
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Friday :
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Saturday :
Open
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Sunday :
Open
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Jours fériés :
Open
Booking highly recommended. Thank you for checking our opening days and hours on our website: https://espace-bike.com/location-reparation-velo/fourche-moteur-bosch-frein/.
From 11/01/26 to 11/15/26
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Monday :
Closed
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Tuesday :
Closed
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Wednesday :
Open
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Thursday :
Open
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Friday :
Open
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Saturday :
Open
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Sunday :
Open
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Jours fériés :
Open
Reservation required. Thank you for checking our opening days and hours on our website: https://espace-bike.com/location-reparation-velo/fourche-moteur-bosch-frein/.
Subject to favorable weather
On demand
Prices
Payment method
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Bank/credit card,
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Cash,
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Travellers Cheque,
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Online payment
From 07/02/26 to 15/11/26
- Adult Possibility to rent mountain bikes/MTVs with electric assistance for a duration ranging from 1 hour to 2 days (more on quotation).
- 9€ to93€
- Child Possibility to rent muscle mountain bikes, or electric assisted mountain bikes for a duration ranging from 1 hour to 2 days (more on quote).
- 7€ to90€
Muscle bikes or electric-assist bikes for hire, from 1 hour to 2 days (or more on request).
Réservation - Booking recommended. It is advisable to call the service provider beforehand to check opening times.
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Tips
For a two-day tour, Trept is an ideal place to spend the night.
See more
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Espace Bike - bicycle rentals
Place: Montalieu-Vercieu
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Espace Bike : bicycle repairs
Place: Montalieu-Vercieu
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Quirieu, medieval site
Place: Bouvesse-Quirieu
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Save Sensitive Natural Area, étangs de la Serre lakes sector
Place: Arandon-Passins
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The Lake restaurant
Place: Trept
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Les 3 Lacs du Soleil campsite
Place: Trept
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Les Galapons
Place: Trept
Réservable
en ligne
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"Le Clos Ayanna" Guestrooms
Place: Crémieu
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Villa des Contamines
Place: Crémieu
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Crémieu medieval city
Place: Crémieu
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Hières-sur-Amby archaeological museum
Place: Hières-sur-Amby
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The Caves of La Balme
Place: La Balme-les-Grottes
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La Vallée Bleue outdoor recreational centre
Place: Montalieu-Vercieu
Go there
Latitude : 45.824413
Longitude : 5.420315
Rive gauche
38390 Montalieu-Vercieu
Go there
Information updated on 28/04/2026
by Office du Tourisme Les Balcons du Dauphiné