Paladru lake, Carthusian end
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This itinerary between plain and forest is ideal for familiarising beginners with the joys and challenges of mountain-biking, and offers beautiful views over Paladru lake. When the sky is clear you can admire Mont Blanc and the Chartreuse mountains.

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The characteristics of the route.
Charavines (38)
  • Distance 14.8 km
  • Elevation gain 260 m
  • Elevation lost 260 m
  • Min. elevation 493 m
  • Max. elevation. 618 m
  • Marking Yes
Stop to gather your strength at the Grange Dîmière (tithe barn) in Le Pin.
This former outbuilding of the Sylve Bénite Carthusian monastery dates back to 1655. The barn, of impressive dimensions, was used to store the harvest alongside the monks’ in-kind taxes. You'll be surprised by its remarkable structure.
This itinerary is a combination of smooth, easy tracks and stony paths, making it ideal for beginners.
Stop at the Sylve Bénite monastery for a beautiful view over the of Chartreuse, Vercors and Belledone mountains, not forgetting the Mont Blanc.

After the Sylve Bénite monastery, novice mountain-bikers are advised to dismount and descend the stony slope on foot.
Equipments : Public WC,
Good plans : From 1st May to late September, the Grange Dîmière opens for contemporary art exhibitions (free admission). At Charavines, make the most of the free municipal beach just 100 metres from the Tourist Office where you’ll find local shops to purchase supplies. The Natura Vélo cycling/mountain-biking school proposes bike rentals (including mountain Ebikes), as well as tuition courses, guidance and bike sales. You’ll find Natura Vélo opposite the Tourist Office.

Admission fee : Free access.

Opening : All year round. Subject to favorable weather.

Services for cyclists : At the start of the itinerary, opposite the Tourist Office, Natura Vélo proposes a wide range of mountain Ebike rentals. You’ll find bike-washing and tyre-pressure stations just outside Natura Vélo. Tokens are on sale (€1) at Natura Vélo and the Tourist Office.
Area : Pays Voironnais
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Services nearby
Pays Voironnais Tourist Office, Lake Paladru information office
Charavines
Lake Paladru Archeological Museum
Villages du lac de Paladru
Espace Naturel Sensible des Marais de la Véronnière et du Courbon
Villages du lac de Paladru
Clog museum
Val-de-Virieu
Tourisme en Bièvre Est
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