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The main feature of this walk is the River Versoix. 22 km long, it rises in the hills above Divonne-les-Bains, where it is known as the Divonne, before becoming the Versoix once it enters Swiss territory. For many kilometres, its course forms the border between the two countries. Further on, in the commune of Versoix, it flows into Lake Geneva. As well as the Versoix, this walk offers numerous views of the Jura and Alpine ranges.

An easy walk centred on the Journans and its ‘little brother’, the Petit Journans. Born from the torrential streams of the Creux de l’Envers valley, the Journans rushes down the slopes of the Jura. It then flows through the northern part of the Pays de Gex before joining the Lion in the commune of Saint-Genis-Pouilly. This circular route largely follows the river’s course but also takes in the surrounding countryside.

Ascent to the Colomby de Gex via the Chalet de Branveau and its cirque, where it is common to spot numerous chamois. The descent via the Pas de l’Echine is a little technical at the start. Return to Gex via the Creux de l’Envers, taking the footpath rather than the somewhat monotonous Chemin Neuf. A circular walk offering lovely panoramic views over the Lake Geneva basin and the Haut-Jura mountain range.