Loop of the ponds in Beulotte-Saint-Laurent

A variety of trails, some of which run through the woods, and forest paths will take you from the picturesque village of Beulotte-Saint-Laurent to the Plateau des Grilloux, passing through the hamlet of La Grande Rocholle. You will walk through a hilly landscape of peat bogs and ponds. On the way back via the long circuit, you will discover the remains of the old Moulin du Hanneau mill and take the small road that runs alongside the Ruisseau du Beuletin stream to return to the village.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 12.08 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 05 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 217 m
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    Descent: - 219 m

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    Highest point: 714 m
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    Lowest point: 540 m

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Description of the walk

In Beulotte-Saint-Laurent, follow the main road uphill to the statue of the Sacré-Coeur and park nearby.

Path marked by a fish sign: do not follow the direction of the fish's head.

(S/E) Follow the stony path through the woods. Shortly after leaving the woods (there will be a house on your left), leave the stone-lined path and take the path on the right through the fern-covered meadow until you reach the pond.

(1) Continue straight ahead and at the crossroads, take the path on the left. Leave the woods and continue for about 100 m.

(2) Take the hairpin bend to the right. Continue along the hard-surfaced path with beautiful views of the Ballon de Servance and a succession of ponds.

(3) When you reach the paved road, turn left towards Grande Rocholle, pass between the houses and follow the small grassy path which then becomes steep with a long descent.

(4) Cross a clearing and enter the forest. Then take the path on the right to climb up to the Granges du Monthury, pass the houses and continue along the road.

(5) At the crossroads, continue right on the road and then take a path on the left just before an old farmhouse on the right. The path passes between pastures and ponds and quickly reaches a fork where a variant is possible (see § Practical information).

(6) Continue on the left and head towards La Goutte du Frêne.

(7) Turn left onto the road, then right into the pasture to reach the forest. Follow the first pond, then the second, and join a road at the corner.

(8) Turn right onto the road with caution, keeping close to the edge for about 800 m. At the four-way intersection, turn right and continue for about 100 metres.

(9) Follow the grassy path to the left, go along the pond and turn right in the middle of it. Then take the path to the left of the Ronde Noie farm. Cross the pasture and go downhill to reach the small bridge over the Beuletin.

(10) Cross the bridge and 150 metres further on you will find the Moulin du Hanneau. Continue along the dirt road, which then becomes paved, running alongside the Beuletin until you reach the village of Beulotte-Saint-Laurent. Return to the car park near the statue of the Sacred Heart (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 611 m - Statue of the Sacred Heart, parking
  2. 1 : km 1.06 - alt. 690 m - Water
  3. 2 : km 1.64 - alt. 708 m - At the fork, turn right
  4. 3 : km 3.48 - alt. 664 m - Tarmac road, on the left
  5. 4 : km 4.72 - alt. 616 m - Clearing
  6. 5 : km 5.89 - alt. 624 m - At the crossroads, turn right
  7. 6 : km 6.27 - alt. 655 m - At the fork, turn left
  8. 7 : km 6.64 - alt. 652 m - La Goutte du Frêne
  9. 8 : km 7.83 - alt. 623 m - Road, on the right
  10. 9 : km 8.43 - alt. 625 m - Path on the left
  11. 10 : km 9.65 - alt. 540 m - Bridge over the - Beuletin (cours d'eau)
  12. S/E : km 12.08 - alt. 611 m - Statue of the Sacred Heart, parking

Notes

Alternative route: When you reach (6), instead of following the main path on the left towards Goutte du Frêne, take the path on the right. This path is also signposted and will take you to Étang des Viaux. Cross the road by the lake and turn right, then go up a path through the forest. Leave the path by taking a trail on the left in the forest, pass to the right of the house and you will arrive at Beulotte-Saint-Laurent.

Worth a visit

(S/E) Saint-Laurent Church, 17th and 18th centuries.

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 27 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
Route interest
4.3 / 5
User 26985188

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 20, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Varied terrain and beautiful landscapes

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sagovosges@yahoofr
sagovosges@yahoofr

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 26, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Beautiful tour, very pleasant

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Bibi60
Bibi60

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 10, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely, easy walk through flowering broom. Beautiful views and lovely ponds.
To be repeated every spring

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Gégé57
Gégé57

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 10, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb hike, the GPS track is accurate. The route is very interesting. It's a shame that the last 2 km are on the road

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17decembre
17decembre

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 28, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike with no difficulties and well signposted. Beautiful views of the Ballon de Servance.
It's a shame about the last few kilometres along the road.

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RANDONNEUR88
RANDONNEUR88

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 20, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Hello.
I went on this hike on 20 March, the first day of spring.
The broom wasn't in bloom yet. Too bad, because the colours would have added some zest to the photos.
Otherwise, it was a very nice route, a bit challenging at the start but easier after that.
There are plenty of places to stop and rest along the way.
Thank you very much.

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Denis_68
Denis_68

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

On 8 November 2024, under a slightly pale sun, we enjoyed repeating this route.
It's a shame that the last quarter is on the road. I suppose that since many of the paths are private, it wasn't possible to go inland (via Rochiroz Les Viaux DessusChamp du Creux).
Don't hesitate to stop by the bar in Beulotte, the hot chocolate is excellent.

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Philippe69
Philippe69

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 19, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very shaded route in beautiful natural surroundings. For those who don't want to do the full 12 km, there is a shorter alternative. The last 2 km in the sun are a little difficult, but there are few cars on all the paved sections

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brigitte.949
brigitte.949

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

good, but the return to tarmac is unpleasant
we understand this because the owners remove certain sections

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cavern
cavern

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

what a lot of rain at the beginning of 2024!

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Catchat
Catchat

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 23, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb hike, done once on our own and as I enjoyed it so much, I shared it with others
Thank you very much for this magnificent route

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Echenoz
Echenoz

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 23, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Good help. I'll try again for our next hike

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ombrageux
ombrageux

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 24, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Hello,
This route was quiet when we did it, very pleasant and varied between ponds and beautiful landscapes.
Very easy, just follow the signs with the fish on them, no need to follow the trail.
Note that there is a slightly shorter route for those who prefer, and you can refresh yourself in the bar/restaurant right next to the finish line.

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Catchat
Catchat

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 24, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very nice hike

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mulatiere
mulatiere

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 03, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Nice hike, not difficult

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