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Crêt de Chalam walks
Borne au Lion - Crêt de Chalam
Visorando member 
5.27 km
+258 m
-258 m
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Pesse (Jura)
A breathtaking view.
This hike is a round trip to Crêt de Chalam where, on a clear day, you will have a 360° panorama of the Jura and the Alps. At the summit, there are two orientation tables.
Crêt de Chalam and La Borne au Lion via the Combe d'Évuaz
Visorando member 
17.95 km
+720 m
-711 m
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from La Pesse (Jura)
An original route to reach Crêt de Chalam and La Borne au Lion. Passing through the Combe d’Évuaz, which is not without charm, a little way from La Pesse. A forest route offering, of course, the truly remarkable panorama from Crêt de Chalam. Descend then via Col de l’Encoche (difficult and very difficult if you’re not very agile, but a possible alternative) to reach Borne au Lion.
Please note: between (3) and (4) there is no path and brambles are present. A map or GPS is essential. Route and description amended following feedback from hikers.
Crêt Chalam from Forens
Tourist office 
9.96 km
+986 m
-983 m
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Chézery-Forens (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
This summit is a must-see for the views it offers over the Valserine Valley, the Jura and Mont Blanc. After an ascent through the forest, a series of steps completes the hike, offering a contemplative reward!
The hike starts in Forens. The view gradually opens up onto the Valserine Valley and the Haute Chaîne du Jura. The last few metres are along a steep path, then up some steps to the summit. From there, you can enjoy a 360° panorama of Mont Blanc, which seems so close above the Jura mountains and the folds of the surrounding Jura massif. Also note the "Borne au Lion", the 17th-century border between Franche-Comté, Bugey and the Duchy of Savoy. Information panels recount the lives of the resistance fighters who hid here during the Second World War. To conclude the hike, a short detour to the beautiful Étrès waterfall is a must.
Chézery-Forens - Lélex
Tourist office 17.25 km
+1,060 m
-745 m
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Chézery-Forens (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
Second stage of the "La petite boucle de la Valserine" circular hiking trail, from Chézery to Lélex.
From Chézery, follow the Balcon du Léman with its exceptional views of Mont Blanc and the Alps, passing by Crêt de Chalam (1,545 m) before descending to Lélex.
The little circular loop of the Valserine
Tourist office 35.58 km
+2,005 m
-2,011 m
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Lélex (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
From Lélex, set off to conquer the highest peak in the Jura: the Crêt de la Neige, at an altitude of 1,720 metres. Following the Balcon du Léman trail, you will enjoy one of the most spectacular panoramas in Europe, with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc and the entire Alpine range. Finally, you will reach Crêt de Chalam, at an altitude of 1,545 metres. This iconic summit offers a last breath of freedom, nature and wild beauty before concluding this unforgettable circular route.
Part of the route crosses the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, which is subject to specific regulations: dogs are not permitted, even on a lead, and camping in tents is also prohibited.Please respect these rules to preserve the richness of this exceptional environment.
Walks near Crêt de Chalam
Le Gralet - Chézery-Forens
Tourist office 
13.06 km
+137 m
-985 m
4h 05
Difficult
Departure from Péron (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
The third stage of the hiking tour: from Mijoux to Chézery-Forens via the Haute Chaîne du Jura.
Set off on a crossing of the Haut-Jura between Mijoux and Chézery-Forens, through varied landscapes of valleys, peaks and forests. Over three days, you will walk along the Jura ridges, passing by the Grand Mont Rond, the Crêt de la Neige and the Reculet, with magnificent views of Mont Blanc and the Alps. This crossing takes you to the heart of the Haute Chaîne du Jura, for an authentic experience in the heart of nature. As you will need to carry your own food, remember to bring supplies so you can enjoy this adventure to the full.
Giron - Lélex
Tourist office 
19.93 km
+484 m
-608 m
7h 05
Very difficult
Departure from Giron (Ain)
Accessible from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
Third stage of the GRP® de la Valserine. The route climbs gradually towards the Plateau de Retord, with a view of the remaining path and, in good weather, a panorama of the Alps. The stage then crosses Giron (1,000 m), the highest commune in the Ain, before reaching Lélex and ending at the Pertes de la Valserine.
Bellecombe - Mijoux
Tourist office 14.57 km
+203 m
-473 m
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bellecombe (Jura)
Accessible from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
From Bellecombe to Mijoux via the Haute Chaîne: second stage of the four-day "La Valserine enchanteresse" hiking tour.
From the enchanting Valserine to the summit of the Jura, this route between the high plateaus and ridges of the Jura offers magical panoramic views of the Alps from the Jura mountain range. A route combining mystery, magic and discovery...
Lélex - Menthières
Tourist office 
21.82 km
+1,190 m
-1,011 m
9h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Lélex (Ain)
Accessible from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
Fourth stage of the GRP® de la Valserine. The route climbs gradually towards the Plateau de Retord, with a view of the remaining path and, in good weather, a panorama of the Alps. The stage then crosses Giron (1,000 m), the highest commune in the Ain, before reaching Lélex and ending at the Pertes de la Valserine.
Protected area: dogs and tent camping are prohibited in the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve.
Lélex - Mijoux
Tourist office 
16.14 km
+1,047 m
-947 m
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Lélex (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November - subject to snow conditions
First stage of the 3-day, 2-night Crêts en Combes hiking tour.Starting from Lélex, this circular route combines the main GTJ route with the suggested alternative via Mijoux and the Col de la Faucille.The crossing of the Hautes-Combes jurassiennes, the Valserine valley and the peaks of the Haute Chaine du Jura promise breathtaking landscapes. On one side, the view overlooks the ridges, on the other, it overlooks Lake Geneva and the Alps. In the heart of the Haut-Jura Regional Nature Park and partly in the Haute-Chaîne Nature Reserve, this hike takes place in a preserved natural area.
Lélex - Mijoux
Tourist office 
16.27 km
+1,060 m
-953 m
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Lélex (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
From Lélex to Mijoux via the Haute Chaîne: first stage of the two-day hiking tour "On the roof of the Jura mountains".
From the wild Valserine valley to the balcony of Lake Geneva, this route immerses you in the authenticity of the Haut-Jura. As you cross the Hautes Combes, you will be struck by the raw beauty of the wide open spaces, the silence of the deep forests and the open horizon of the plateaus. The trail climbs gradually, revealing exceptional panoramic views of Mont Blanc and the entire Alpine range. A life-size immersion in a land of traditions and high-altitude landscapes.Please note – Protected areaPart of the route crosses the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, which is subject to specific regulations:Dogs are not permitted, even on a lead.Camping in tents is prohibited.Please respect these rules to preserve the richness of this exceptional environment.
Menthières - Valserhône
Tourist office 17.68 km
+656 m
-1,359 m
6h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Chézery-Forens (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
Fifth and final stage of the GRP® de la Valserine. The route climbs gradually towards the Plateau de Retord, offering a glimpse of the path already covered and, in good weather, a panoramic view of the Alps. The stage crosses Giron (1,000 m), the highest commune in the Ain department, before reaching Lélex and ending at the Pertes de la Valserine.
Protected area: dogs and tent camping are prohibited in the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve.
La Loge - Le Gralet
Tourist office 
11.37 km
+475 m
-481 m
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Lélex (Ain)
Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
The second stage of the hiking tour: from Mijoux to Chézery-Forens via the Haute Chaîne du Jura.
Set off on a crossing of the Haut-Jura between Mijoux and Chézery-Forens, through varied landscapes of valleys, peaks and forests. Over three days, you will walk along the Jura ridges, passing by the Grand Mont Rond, the Crêt de la Neige and the Reculet, with magnificent views of Mont Blanc, the Alps and Lake Geneva. This crossing takes you to the heart of the Haute Chaîne du Jura, for an authentic experience in the heart of nature. As you will need to carry your own food, remember to bring supplies so you can enjoy this adventure to the full.
Refuge de la Loge - Lélex
Tourist office 12.92 km
+401 m
-940 m
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Lélex (Ain)
Accessible from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
From the Refuge de la Loge to Lélex via the Haute Chaîne: the last stage of the four-day "La Valserine enchanteresse" hiking tour.
From the enchanting Valserine to the summit of the Jura, this route between the high plateaus and ridges of the Jura offers magical panoramic views of the Alps from the Jura mountain range. A route combining mystery, magic and discovery...
Part of the route crosses the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, which is subject to specific regulations: dogs are not allowed, even on a leash, and camping is prohibited.Please respect these rules to preserve the richness of this exceptional environment.
Refuge de la Loge - Lélex
Tourist office 12.94 km
+413 m
-950 m
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lélex (Ain)
Accessible from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
From the Refuge de la Loge to Mijoux via the Haute Chaîne: second stage of the three-day "Le balcon du Léman"hiking tour.
An exceptional route through the highest peaks of the Jura mountains and the wild landscapes of the Haut-Jura plateau, with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Geneva and the Alps from the highest peaks of the Jura mountain range. These wild spaces full of surprises and wonders will make this multi-day hike unforgettable.
Part of the route crosses the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, which is subject to specific regulations:Dogs are not allowed, even on a lead, and camping in tents is also prohibited.Please respect these rules to preserve the richness of this exceptional environment.