RUSSIN TO THE TEPPES DE VERBOIS LOOP

We began our walk at Russin train station, crossing the railway at the level crossing and heading straight along Chemin des Christophes. The quiet road curved gently before we spotted a small green panel for the Teppes de Verbois and slipped past a metal barrier onto a more rugged track.
Not long after, we found a narrow trail leading downhill through the trees. It opened up onto the peaceful Étang des Bouvières, a calm pond tucked away in greenery—our first real pause of the walk.
After taking it in, we retraced our steps and continued along a path that soon brought us alongside the Rhône River, glimpsed through the trees. Along the way, we noticed small side trails—one looping back to the pond, another leading to the Guignette observation hut overlooking Étang Paul Géroudet.

Etang des Bouvières

Etang Burnier

Continuing forward, we passed a series of quiet observation points: Gravelot, La Loutre, and Castor—each offering views over different ponds and wetlands, including Étang Jacques Burnier and Étang Maurice Blanchet. The area felt wild and undisturbed, with birds and water never far away.At one bend, we spotted a hidden trail cutting into the woods and followed it down to where the Allondon River meets the Rhône. This quiet pebble beach, framed by cliffs and dense greenery, turned out to be one of the highlights—perfect for a break by the water.Back on the main track, we followed the route under a viaduct and along a higher path beside the railway before climbing gently uphill. Reaching the road, we turned left toward Russin village, where a beautiful view rewarded the effort.The final stretch led us past vineyards and rustic farm corners—chicken coops included—before descending back toward the station. Seeing Russin station in the distance felt like a fitting end to a walk full of hidden wonders and quiet surprises.

Etang Maurice Blanchet

View before returning to Russin