Walk 39 - Jura

A hike around the four lakes ( Download : PDF )

11.52km +183m -174m 3h45 Easy
Starting point in Le Frasnois - 39 - Jura

A hike to do preferentially during fall to admire the beautiful colors of the Indian summer reflecting off the lakes.

Les cascades du Hérisson / The Hérisson (Hedgehog) Waterfalls ( Download : PDF )

12.11km +329m -336m 4h15 Average
Starting point in La Chaux-du-Dombief - 39 - Jura

The walk descends the Hérisson ('hedgehog') River with its series of rapids and waterfalls, then returns via Bonlieu, passing through the Dame Blanche viewpoint, with a panoramic view over lakes Val and Chambly and the Herisson valley.

The Cirque de Baume-les-Messieurs ( Download : PDF )

10.72km +468m -461m 4h10 Average
Starting point in Baume-les-Messieurs - 39 - Jura

Discover one of the most beautiful natural sites and one of the prettiest villages in the Franche-Comté.

The Pertes de l’Ain gorges ( Download : PDF )

5.82km +228m -225m 2h10 Easy
Starting point in Bourg-de-Sirod - 39 - Jura

Pleasure in cascades.
This extraordinary walk around the Pertes de l’Ain gorges sets out from the remarkable site of the old forges and is a delight for all the senses.
Along the way: The Pertes de l’Ain, gorges, cascades, the ruins of Villain castle, and the relics of an old village.

Pic de l’Aigle and the Lookout Points on the Lakes ( Download : PDF )

4.87km +197m -208m 1h50 Easy
Starting point in La Chaux-du-Dombief - 39 - Jura

Very nice and easy walk above the lakes of the Jura, Maclu and Illay.

La Dôle from Les Dappes ( Download : PDF )

6.69km +434m -428m 2h55 Average
Starting point in Prémanon - 39 - Jura

Without doubt, the shortest path up to the summit of La Dôle (1677m altitude) from the French side of the border. In good weather, the views are breathtaking and go on for over 250km: from the Swiss Alps to Mont Blanc and on to the Vanoise and the Ecrins, all of this with plunging views down over Geneva and its lake.

From the Amont Woods to Cernillet through Mount Sala ( Download : PDF )

15.4km +572m -492m 5h45 Difficult
Starting point in Bois-d'Amont - 39 - Jura

Surrounded by Sala and Noiremont summits, this hike that allows you to explore Swiss forests and pastures. You'll need two cars for this straight route hike.