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Chapelle de la Doue (Vieu) walks
Sharp limestone pavement, waterfall, resurgence and canyons around Artemare
Visorando Member
9.73 mi
+1,280 ft
-1,273 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Artemare (Ain)
This loop allows you to visit several characteristic sites in this area where the folds of the Jura meet the alluvial plain: the sharp limestone pavement of Fierloz, the Cerveyrieu waterfall, the Turignin Gorges on the Séran, the sources of the Groin and the chasms it forms. In high water, the route can be slippery but it is impressive.
Artemare circular loop
9.24 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,348 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Artemare (Ain)
A hike not to be missed: the 18 wonders! You’ll discover the Ferlioz massif, with the Madone and its sharp limestone pavement. You’ll enjoy an incredible view from the Cerveyrieu Waterfall, follow the River Séran and marvel at the Thurignin potholes. And if these wonders aren’t enough, head towards the village of Vieu and its beautiful church. Cross another lovely forest before turning off at the source of the Adoue and admiring the curiosity that is the source of the Groin. Finally, you’ll discover a beautiful castle upon arriving in Artemare.
Walks near Chapelle de la Doue (Vieu)
Chalet d'Arvière - Pont de La Loi
Tourist office12.35 mi
+1,368 ft
-4,439 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Lochieu (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November ( subject to there being no snow).
The final and sixth stage of the six-day “Grande Traversée du Jura à pied: from La Borne au Lion to Culoz” trek.
The GTJ links Mandeure (Doubs) to Culoz (Ain) in 15 to 20 days, crossing the Jura Mountains and the Haut-Jura Regional Nature Park. The route suggested here corresponds to the second half of the itinerary.
Chalet d'Arvière - Pont de La Loi
12.36 mi
+1,365 ft
-4,439 ft
6h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Lochieu (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November – subject to snow conditions.
The section from the Chalet d’Arvière to Pont de La Loi is the sixth stage of the six-day walking tour “La GTJ from Mijoux”.
The GR®9 enters the Ain department via Mijoux, before following the spectacular ridges of the Monts-Jura, passing through the Crêt de la Neige, the highest point of the massif. It then descends towards Bellegarde-sur-Valserine, crosses the Retord plateau and then crosses the Grand Colombier. The trail continues its route to Culoz and the Rhône Valley, before leaving the Ain to reach Savoie and continuing southwards.