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Winding Forest Path – Mont Thou loop from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

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Winding Forest Path – Mont Thou loop from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

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Winding Forest Path – Mont Thou loop from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

02:31

19.1km

730m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.24 km

The beginning of cabornes, primitive prehistoric huts

Highlight • Other

7.24 km

Caborne des Grandes Oreilles

Ruins

11.3 km

View of Mont Thou

Highlight • Viewpoint

13.6 km

Col de la Croix de Presles

Mountain Pass

14.7 km

Mont Thou

Highlight • Summit

A popular destination for Lyonnais with a magnificent view of the Saône or Rhône valley. The route on the ridge line from Mont Thou offers continuous views.

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14.7 km

Mont Thou viewpoint with orientation table

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mont Thou is the second highest peak in the Monts d'Or. It peaks at an altitude of 611 meters and offers a breathtaking view of the Saône and Lyon further south. It is easily accessible by car or on foot.

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19.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.01 km

5.55 km

3.86 km

2.94 km

732 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.22 km

5.72 km

3.50 km

1.85 km

449 m

409 m

Elevation

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Monday 13 July

38°C

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Winding Forest Path – Mont Thou loop from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or

The beginning of cabornes, primitive prehistoric huts

beautiful views of the alps