Information point Lacroix-Laval domain (couple trip)

5 km Loop Trail:

Follow the Allée des Terres Rouges and Allée du Grand Central through valleys, meadows, ponds, and woodland.

Tip: Pick up a printed trail map at the Information Point and start early to avoid midday sun.

Quiet-zone Relaxation:

Unwind in one of four marked zones with deckchairs or hammocks.

Tip: Bring a book and head to zone 3 in late afternoon when it is least busy.

Meadow Picnic:

Spread a blanket on the designated prairie with local bread, cheese, and wine.

Tip: Buy fresh produce at Croix-Rousse market and choose a spot near the main pond for water views.

Potager & Roseraie:

Stroll through the kitchen garden and rose garden to see Lyon-region vegetable varieties and heritage roses.

Tip: Visit in late spring to see roses at peak bloom.

Château de Lacroix-Laval Photo Stop:

Admire and photograph the 16th-century castle facades and formal parterres.

Tip: Use the north-facing side at golden hour for the best light.

Summer Open-Air Cinema:

Catch free films or small concerts under the barn eaves in high summer.

Tip: Check the Métropole de Lyon calendar online for exact dates before you go.