7 tales along the way: ‘The Learned Lizards’

Starting point: the village of Vouglans, 12 km from Moirans-en-Montagne.
Access to the starting point: in the village of Vouglans, from the tiny main square featuring a fountain, where you can park.

(S/E) Take the narrow path leading uphill at the far end of the square, between the houses.
The gate is about a hundred metres further up.

(1) At the signpost, take the rustic path to the right, walk up to where the path splits and take the left-hand path. Keep an eye out for the signposts.
Pass between two large boulders and a superb metal lizard, then continue on to the storybook.

(2) After the storybook, head left.
Cross the forest road and take the small path leading downwards. At the bottom of the path, turn right for 20 metres to see the superb view of the dam and Lake Vouglans.
Retrace your steps and continue along the path until you reach the forest road.
Following the path, continue along the forest road until you reach the hairpin bend.

(3) At the bend, carry on straight ahead along the path, pass the gardens and continue until you reach the first houses.

(1) Continue between the houses to reach the car park (S/E).

• Route suitable for young children. Not suitable for pushchairs; you’ll need to carry very young children.

• Signs to follow: those indicated at the entrance

• A picnic table is available along the route.

Watch out for ticks;
A real hazard in the Jura forests – ticks are voracious and can be found everywhere.
Don’t forget to check yourself over after the walk.

• Video of the “7 Tales on a Walk” trails

View of the dam and Lake Vouglans