Discover Reventin-Vaugris through a range of themes: hiking trails, geological heritage and traces of history. The Rhône marks a municipal boundary, while the A7 divides the town in two. When planning your trip, it’s worth deciding first what you want to focus on: trails can be distinguished by the information available about them, while the mine, river and old road surface reveal the area from different perspectives.
Hiking: maps and route information
A description with a map in PDF format and a GPX file are available to download for the Le Pont des Amoureux hiking route. You can use the map description or a digital route file to prepare. If you’re relying on these materials for your plans, check which documents are currently available before setting out. The Sentier de la Gerbolle has specific route details: this circular hike in Reventin-Vaugris is 18.5 kilometres long and includes 500 metres of elevation gain. Distance and ascent describe two different aspects of the route, and both should be part of your personal planning.
The two options have different strengths: map and route files are available for Le Pont des Amoureux, while the Gerbolle has set figures for length and elevation gain. If you want to choose a hike using measurable details, you’ll find these for the Gerbolle; if you’re looking for maps to prepare with, choose Le Pont des Amoureux.
Geological heritage and the Rhône
The former La Poype zinc mine is a remarkable geological site covering 14.94 hectares. It lies within the territories of the municipalities of Reventin-Vaugris and Vienne. In 2014, La Poype was listed in the inventory of geological heritage with one star. Its former use, stated area and this designation together define a clear geological point of interest; the site also extends beyond the municipal boundary.
The Rhône borders Reventin-Vaugris and forms the municipal boundary with Ampuis in the Rhône department. The Vaugris hydroelectric power station was built in 1980 by the Compagnie Nationale du Rhône. The description of the municipality thus includes both a natural boundary and a facility with a specific construction year: the Rhône defines its position relative to Ampuis, while the power station has its own history.
Historical traces along the Chemin des vieux pavés
The historic Chemin des vieux pavés is notable for its river-pebble surface, which has features of a royal road. Recent research suggests that its origins may date back to antiquity. Remains discovered beneath the road could be traces of an earlier section of the Via Agrippa. The pebble surface and possible historical interpretations offer visitors different ways to explore the road.
Free visits to the Chemin des vieux pavés are offered. Check the current arrangements in advance. This will help you include a visit in your plans while bearing in mind that arrangements may change.
Getting around and cycling
The A7 divides Reventin-Vaugris in two. To the north, it leads via Lyon towards Paris; to the south, towards Marseille. This indicates the north–south direction of the route and also helps you locate the municipality on a map. The two directions mentioned provide a brief sense of the town’s location without prescribing a particular route.
There is a specific note for people arriving by bicycle from Vienne: Rêve Gris lends them bicycles free of charge. If this applies to your trip, check the current arrangements in advance.
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