Discover Brullioles

Brullioles offers several clearly distinct points of interest to consider when planning a stay: Mont Pothu, a prominent peak and destination for a walk; the Trois Chapelles grounds, with a picnic area and views; and routes to chapels and through the hamlets. If you are looking for a hotel, you can first consider which of these themes you want to shape your stay. This lets you choose a location based on specific interests instead of hastily combining different destinations into a single tour.

Mont Pothu and Trois Chapelles

Mont Pothu dominates Brullioles and stands at an altitude of 818 metres. It is also a destination for a walk. The mountain is therefore both a prominent landmark in the local landscape and a specific activity for your stay. The altitude gives you a sense of the landscape feature, while the reference to a walk gives it a distinct role in planning your day.

A different aspect of a visit takes centre stage at the Trois Chapelles grounds: there is a picnic area and an information board with a view of the Monts du Lyonnais. The grounds also offer a lovely view of Brullioles. When planning, you can therefore distinguish between a walk to Mont Pothu and a break at the Trois Chapelles grounds, with their two distinct views.

Chapels and local lore

The Circuit Les Chapelles takes you to discover the village chapels and the Trois Chapelles grounds. The route thus takes in both the village chapels and the grounds. The Chapelle Saint-Roch, near the present-day cemetery, is open to visitors; it was built around 1759. The approximate date gives you a sense of the chapel's age, while its location near the present-day cemetery provides a specific point of reference for your visit.

Another piece of local lore concerns the Pierre du Pothu. It is described as a mysterious druidic altar and associated with a fertility cult. This may interest you if you would like to include local lore in your exploration of Brullioles, as well as its chapels.

Two mountain biking circuits

Two circuits with different features are available for mountain biking. Circuit VTT 101 – La Ronde de Pothu is 21.4 kilometres long and has 775 metres of ascent. It starts at Place de l’église in Brullioles; red VTT-FFC markers and the number 101 identify the route. The distance and ascent give you specific details to help with your choice, while the starting point and markers help you navigate when planning your ride. Since route specifications may change if the network is modified, it is advisable to check the latest route information before setting out.

The Circuit VTT 114 – Les 12 hameaux mountain biking circuit passes through Brullioles' various hamlets and near the Château de Charfetain. The two circuits therefore suit different planning criteria: for route 101, the distance and ascent are clearly defined, while route 114 is characterised by its course through the hamlets and near the château. This lets you decide whether the route statistics or this course matter more for your stay.

Getting there by train and bus

Public transport involves two stages: trains run regularly from Lyon-Gorge de Loup to L’Arbresle, followed by buses to Brullioles village square. Check the timetables before you travel to make sure the connection suits your travel date. The village square is the bus destination and serves as a point of reference when you arrive in Brullioles.

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