La Roche d'Ajoux

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La Roche d'Ajoux

Moderate

4.8

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La Roche d'Ajoux

04:36

15.4km

480m

Hiking

This loop explores the Roche d’Ajoux, an ancient Celtic place where a temple of Jupiter is said to have existed. This part, behind Mont Saint-Rigaud, is part of Beaujolais Vert. Located in the west of the region, it is distinguished by its hilly and green landscapes in contrast with the…

Last updated: August 13, 2024

Waypoints

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426 m

Poules-les-Écharmeaux lake

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The Poule-Les Echarmeaux body of water near the “Zone Humide des Monneries”. It is maintained by the local fishing company. The meadows surrounding it are open to the public and equipped with picnic tables.

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4.63 km

Écharmeaux Pass

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Here a statue of Napoleon looks out into the beautiful landscape. In front of it there is a flag and a drum. A nice photo opportunity.

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7.42 km

La Roche d'Ajoux

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La Roche d’Ajoux is the second summit of the Beaujolais mountains, behind Mont Saint-Rigaud. It peaks at 970 meters above sea level. The panorama at the summit extends over the …

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15.4 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.94 km

3.86 km

894 m

526 m

144 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.94 km

4.81 km

2.53 km

1.23 km

891 m

Elevation

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Highest point (950 m)

Lowest point (560 m)

Comments

March 2, 2025,La Roche d'Ajoux

A very beautiful hike.
The second highest peak in Beaujolais.

Halfway, the rock of the summit of Ajoux offers a 360-degree panoramic view. Magnificent!
(It is the only place on the route where you can picnic.)

Just a tip. A circuit to do in summer. Parts of the route (between km 8 and km 10) are almost impassable after the …

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November 10, 2024,La Roche d'Ajoux

Magnificent hike, very beautiful forests and viewpoint at 790 m just superb, the meadows, mountains and landscapes in general take on even more beauty with the autumn colors, not too physical route, still requires good equipment, good shoes and poles to help you in the small climbs. We do not get bored in this Hike, always beautiful things to see, …

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November 22, 2023

This loop explores the Roche d’Ajoux, an ancient Celtic place where a temple of Jupiter is said to have existed. This part, behind Mont Saint-Rigaud, is part of Beaujolais Vert. Located in the west of the region, it is distinguished by its hilly and green landscapes in contrast with the vineyards further

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