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Crêt de Chalam from La Pesse
6.74 mi
+1,490 ft
-1,490 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from La Pesse (Jura)
A beautiful winter snowshoe hike.Once you reach the summit, which looks a bit like a sugar loaf (1,545 m), you will discover a 360° panorama (the Haut Jura mountain range and, of course, Mont Blanc in good weather).Please note that depending on snow conditions, there may be a risk of avalanches at the Crêt de Chalam.
Beginners should refrain from climbing to the summit; the view is already very beautiful and safe from the plateau just before the summit.
La Quinquenouille and Dramelay
5.20 mi
+974 ft
-974 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Chatonnay (Jura) (Jura)
This easy walk is best undertaken in spring or autumn if you wish to enjoy the second section, which is by far the most beautiful: waterfall and stream.Coolness guaranteed in summer, even with just a trickle of water.An Amazonian forest atmosphere before the waterfall.
The Pic d'Oliferne
4.32 mi
+853 ft
-850 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vescles (Jura)
Interesting viewpoint offering views of the Ain valley (Vouglans Dam, the Haut Jura mountain range and Mont Blanc in good weather).
The ruins of Oliferne Castle are now of considerable interest following restoration work carried out by volunteers.
Cuchet viewpoint
9.87 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,883 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Choux (Jura)
This moderately difficult walk will take you through unspoilt countryside and offer a unique view from the Cuchet viewpoint.In autumn, the colours are stunning...
Roche d'Au-Delà
7.33 mi
+2,182 ft
-2,169 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nantua (Ain)
A beautiful, moderately difficult hike with panoramic views overlooking Lake Nantua and the Autoroute des Titans.
At the summit, weather permitting, you can see Mont Blanc.
Pimpelards and Creux des Feuillées viewing platforms
5.21 mi
+597 ft
-584 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Hautecour (Jura)
A walk in the Jura forest with several viewpoints as highlights and views of the Frasnée valley.
A GPS or smartphone may be useful as there are no markings from (8).
La Tournette via Montmin
7.45 mi
+4,423 ft
-4,423 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Montmin (Haute-Savoie)
A beautiful hike starting from the small village of Montmin that will delight you if you are a good walker.
There are no particular difficulties on this route, part of which follows the ridge.
Once you reach the summit (chairlift), you will discover (in good weather) Mont Blanc, Lake Annecy, the Aravis mountain range, Les Bauges...
Crêt de La Neuve
6.67 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,086 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Le Chenit (Vaud)
This Swiss hike was done on snowshoes but could easily be done on foot, especially in autumn or spring, to enjoy the beauty of nature.
The Col du Marchairuz connects the Vallée de Joux to Lake Geneva.
The Croix du Nivolet From Le Sire
3.78 mi
+997 ft
-988 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Les Déserts (Savoie)
A magnificent snowshoe hike offering 360° panoramic views of the Alps, the Épine massif, Chartreuse and Bugey throughout the route, particularly at the Croix du Nivolet...
The Croix du Nivolet, the final destination, proudly overlooks Chambéry.
The return journey follows the same route, but is always different given the magical landscape in good weather.
Dent de Vaulion
4.43 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,152 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from L'Abbaye (Vaud)
A superb snowshoe hike takes you to the summit of Dent de Vaulion with a 360° panoramic view of the Alps.
Good weather is really a must for this walk if you want to enjoy the exceptional view of the Alps in particular, not to mention the three lakes: Léman, Joux and Brenet.
