You might think it’s a movie set made of papier-mâché, but no. Once again, the area around Lyon is the setting for striking beauty. The panorama offered by this spot off the beaten path is absolutely magnificent. Open your eyes wide and polish your camera lens, because the scenery here is simply breathtaking.
The tiny village of Innimond and its sweeping panoramic view
Innimond is located in the Bugey region, on the plateau of the Bois de la Morgne, offering a commanding view of the surrounding area. Indeed, from up there, you can admire the entire Belley basin with a breathtaking view of the Grand Colombier, as well as the Dent du Chat overlooking Aix-les-Bains. On a clear day, you can even catch a glimpse of the Mont Blanc massif and the Monts du Lyonnais. Strategically speaking, it’s hard to beat. That’s why the village has long been the object of much desire…
As you can see, nature (and its elevation changes) reigns supreme around here. If you’re the active type, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to stretch your legs. Numerous trails pass through Innimond, including the GR 59 and the Assisi Trail, which runs from Vézelay to the city of Assisi in Italy. Without going all the way to the Alps, we highly recommend visiting the orientation table located a few hundred meters further on. From up there, you’ll have the chance to admire the whole lot! From Mont Ventoux to the Mont Blanc massif, via the Cévennes and the Beaujolais, the panorama is spectacular.
The Church of Saint-Laurent and its 400-year-old lime tree
Although it has been restored many times, the church dates back to the early 10th century. As with the cloister at Salles-Arbuissonnas, it was the monks of Cluny who founded a priory there… The other star of the area is Sully, the lime tree that has watched over the tranquility of the place for over four centuries now. It was planted by Henry IV’s minister of the same name to symbolize peace following the annexation of Bugey to France. As you can see, this tree perfectly symbolizes the balance and harmony of the surroundings, where everything seems, as if by magic, to be in its rightful place.
