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Le Petit Marmont
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.62 mi
+125 ft
-141 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Bény (Ain)
A short walk around Bény with no particular difficulties.Be careful in the Bois de Marmont, as the path running parallel to the motorway can be muddy.
Mont Myon and the Chapel of Montfort from Pressiat
Visorando Member
5.63 mi
+1,450 ft
-1,424 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pressiat (Ain)
Mont Myon from Pressiat, then a pretty circular through the forest to reach the Chapelle de Montfort.
Hauteurs du Revermont from Treffort
12.89 mi
+2,700 ft
-2,674 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Treffort-Cuisiat (Ain)
Starting from the picturesque medieval village of Treffort, I suggest a lovely route through Revermont, taking in a few viewpoints along the way. The main difficulty is the length of the route: see the Practical Information section.
Hauteurs du Revermont between Signal de Nivigne and Mont Myon
8.95 mi
+2,165 ft
-2,152 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Pouillat (Ain)
I suggest a lovely circular route in the Revermont area, which ends at the Signal de Nivigne and Mont Myon and offers some beautiful panoramic views. There is one difficult section after the Grotte à l'Ours on a fairly steep passage (secured by ropes).
The Grand Lac circuit in Montervel-en-Bresse
3.83 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Malafretaz (Ain)
This route takes you around the Grand Lac de la Plaine Tonique. It is a family-friendly route that does not cross any roads.
Green signpost No. 1 is clearly visible.
Between lakes and forest, starting from Montrevel-en-Bresse
12.69 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Malafretaz (Ain)
Mountain bike route no. 3, a very pleasant route combining woodland, tarmac and stony paths, running alongside the lake at the La Plaine Tonique leisure centre.A route where walkers, cyclists and horse riders share the path on certain sections.
The ponds of Montrevel-en-Bresse
3.72 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Jayat (Ain)
Walk around the ponds of Montrevel-en-Bresse.
The Étang des Benonnières at the start of the Pont de Jugnon
3.59 mi
+49 ft
-52 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
A pleasant little walk in the Bois de Teyssonge to reach the Étang des Benonnières.
The Castles around Jasseron
9.08 mi
+794 ft
-784 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
A hike with various viewpoints, offering views of the Calvaire de Sanciat, the Col de France and various castles.
The route combines tarmac, dirt and stony paths.
Cuiron, Ramasse and Les Conches from Jasseron
7.78 mi
+1,381 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
Starting from Jasseron, a climb through the forest leads to the Cuiron viewpoint (view over the Bourg plain), which then drops down to the Ramasse valley and on to the village. From there, a good path climbs up to the Chapelle des Conches and its panoramic views before returning to Jasseron. There are a few possible variations to enhance the route.
The Bois de Teyssonge
7.07 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Jasseron (Ain)
A family walk through the Bois de Teyssonge, along shaded forest paths and through countryside scenery. The route passes near the Étang des Benonnières. A pleasant walk whatever the season.
No particular difficulties; the path is very pleasant, although it may be muddy in several places in wet weather.
The secret waters of the Suran
6.43 mi
+397 ft
-384 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chavannes-sur-Suran (Ain)
Descending from the nearby Jura mountains, the Suran has a peaceful valley where water flows abundantly. It has a very active underground course between Chavannes and downstream from Meyriat. The Suran can disappear for much of the year.
This route, which runs alongside much of this watercourse, starts on a quiet tarmac road and then, from the hamlet of Corcelles, continues on unpaved paths or through the woods. The route is marked in yellow.
Rosy Castle and Col des Justices
9.20 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,398 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Chavannes-sur-Suran (Ain)
A lovely hike with beautiful scenery at the Col des Justices and the view of Rosy Castle. A pleasant hike despite its difficulty in certain sections.
Circular route around Chavannes-sur-Suran
7.53 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chavannes-sur-Suran (Ain)
A lovely walk with beautiful views. The walk is far from monotonous, with varied terrain (grass, earth, stones, tarmac).
Take the time to admire the scenery and the various hamlets.
Les Trénos and Cuvergnat
4.49 mi
+860 ft
-856 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Chavannes-sur-Suran (Ain)
A pleasant walk through the countryside, passing through hamlets and woodland, where you can admire the varied scenery.
The Aubépin and Saint-Jean viewpoints
7.76 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,168 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Nanc-lès-Saint-Amour (Jura)
This circular route takes you through several small villages around Nanc-lès-Saint-Amour and offers several beautiful panoramic views.
A short climb to the heritage site on the heights of Saint-Amour
4.16 mi
+853 ft
-833 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Amour (Jura)
The Saint-Amour region offers small villages with charming traces of the past: wash houses, chapels and the L'Aubépin tower with its breathtaking views. An easy and short walk, but it involves climbing from the plain up to the crest of the first Jura hill. Mainly good stony paths.
In the countryside around Terreferme
4.53 mi
+148 ft
-171 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Beaupont (Ain)
An easy walk to discover the peaceful countryside of the Bresse Bourguignonne. The route passes through farmland, a beautiful lake, meadows and woods, finally following a small river. Here and there are scattered Bresse farms, some still in operation.PR®® (yellow) signposts all along the route.
Visit the beautiful little town of Bourg-en-Bresse
2.68 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Bourg-en-Bresse (Ain)
Discover the medieval town of Bourg-en-Bresse. Tour the streets to admire the well-preserved half-timbered houses. Plaques on the remarkable façades explain their history.Departure from the car park of the Monastery of Brou, a remarkable building that is definitely worth a visit.
The ridges of Montagna-le-Templier
Tourism professional
7.17 mi
+725 ft
-728 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montagna-le-Templier (Jura)
A lovely circular walk along the Saint-Julien forest track and the Montagna ridge with views over the Suran valley. Very few tarmac sections on this route. The best option is to take a packed lunch and find a nice spot to enjoy it.
An overview of the Revermont
17.56 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,552 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Simandre-sur-Suran (Ain)
A long hike that takes you around the Revermont region, passing through various small villages, scenic viewpoints and the Abbey of Sélignac. Two crossings of the Suran river over large stones.
Some paths are overgrown; see reviews
The Chartreuse de Sélignac circular route starting from Arnans
2.90 mi
+623 ft
-653 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Corveissiat (Ain)
A beautiful view of the Chartreuse de Sélignac from the cliff overlooking it. A charming route along the surrounding wall by the river. Very passable paths. However, in wet weather, the route along the walls can be a little soggy. No problem in dry weather. A picturesque circular route.
Short flight around the Chartreuse de Sélignac
6.22 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,148 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Simandre-sur-Suran (Ain)
A short walk around the Chartreuse de Sélignac, with some lovely views.
Tour of the Drom Valley
8.37 mi
+1,457 ft
-1,437 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ramasse (Ain)
I suggest you take a circular route in the Drom valley area, which is unusual in that it has no surface watercourses. After passing through the villages of Ramasse and Drom, the route climbs to a few hills, notably around the Chapelle de Notre-Dame des Conches, offering some lovely views.
The Prairie du Solnan to Condal Route
Tourist office
8.66 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Condal (Saône-et-Loire)
On the edge of the Jura and the Ain, the village of Condal as it stands today is the result of its merger with the commune of Saint-Sulpice in 1809. Although it is crossed by the A39, known as the ‘Green Motorway’, Condal has retained its landscape of green hills overlooking the River Solnan. Watermills, wash houses and Bresse-style farmhouses – whose architecture resembles that of the Ain region due to the village’s location – come into view as the paths wind their way through the countryside.
Circular via Montagnat-le-Reconduit and L'Aubépin from Balanod
6.55 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,083 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Balanod (Jura)
A very pleasant walk, with some sections where caution is required. It initially runs alongside the Besançon river. (This walk is not recommended during periods of high water).
Along the route, you will discover an old spinning mill, a waterfall, two viewpoints, the ruins of the Château de l'Aubépin, a chapel and old wash houses.
The route is well shaded and can be enjoyed in summer without any problems.
Five mountain passes starting from Ceyzeriat on a road bike
26.92 mi
+2,369 ft
-2,356 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Ceyzériat (Ain)
A route through the Revermont for hill climbers. Two magnificent ridge roads on this route, suitable for any fit cyclist.
La Vallière route
3.47 mi
+351 ft
-351 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Ceyzériat (Ain)
A lovely route that will take you to discover the various fountains of Ceyzeriat, as well as its wash house and, of course, its beautiful waterfall with its streams.
Family walk around Saint-Rémy
4.66 mi
+108 ft
-108 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Rémy (Ain)
A short family walk with little elevation gain, on roads and paths through the woods, allowing you to walk around the village of Saint-Rémy.
Fountains and wash houses around Joudes
6.39 mi
+351 ft
-364 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Joudes (Saône-et-Loire)
This is an easy walk with little elevation gain, featuring fountains and six wash houses along the route. Walk on tarmac roads and dirt tracks.
The Jarbonnet Rocks
5.87 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,263 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Grand-Corent (Ain)
After an initial wooded section, you will be rewarded with a beautiful view of the Ain river valley from the top of the Jarbonnet rocks. The river winds its way through the valley below. The summit is not very popular and is mainly known to climbers who enjoy the routes offered by the cliff.
