Dasle walks

This short 1½-hour hike will take you to La Damassine in Vandoncourt. Enjoy superb views of the Vosges, the Salbert towards Belfort and the Lomont wind turbines. The route mostly follows marked paths.

In Damas, the "village of 600 mayors", you are always welcomed with a smile and a friendly greeting. They offer us a pleasant little walk through the streets of the village to discover their fountains, their listed natural site and a wide panorama of the village, the Pays de Montbéliard and the Vosges.

A superb hike in the south of the Belfort area in the foothills of the Jura. Exceptional views over the Bas Pays de Montbéliard and the southern Vosges mountains. You will also discover the charming village of Montbouton, 25 km from Belfort and 7 km from Audincourt. This hike is signposted.

This bucolic, often shaded walk will take you past a myriad of carved stone markers adorned with inscriptions from yesteryear. The route is signposted.

This is a very pleasant hike that alternates between forest and countryside landscapes. There are lovely views of the Swiss Jura and the Southern Vosges. The paths you will take are steeped in history. In fact, you will be walking along the paths where smugglers accompanied fugitives during the Second World War. The route is marked with a blue disc.

This is the last stage before the start of the Grande Traversée du Jura. The hike is mainly through forest, crossing the woods of Sochaux, Fays and Goutils. At the end of the stage, you can explore the village of Thulay. Halfway along the route, there are shops where you can buy supplies in Seloncourt. There are also some interesting viewpoints along the way.

A superb, easy walk to do in spring, featuring a wash house and a view of the new customs post at Boncourt (Switzerland).

A short walk through fields and woodland, just a stone’s throw from Switzerland and about twenty kilometres from Belfort. It will take you through lovely countryside and offer some very pretty views of the Jura and Fêche-l’Église. .

A very pretty hike that allows you to discover this small village with its superb church and beautiful vineyard. The historical past is well highlighted with numerous information panels: in the church, at Au pas du Diable and at the small chapel. The route is marked with a yellow ring.

Cette randonnée se distingue des deux autres proposées en ce qu'elle ne comporte que très peu de tronçons sur la route. Elle permet de rallier tous les hauts lieux de la légende de Saint-Dizier dont des extraits sont rapportés en italique dans le paragraphe À proximité, dans l'ordre du circuit mais pas dans l'ordre chronologique qui est : Pas du Diable - Oratoire de Saint-Martin (l'église) - Butte de Croix.

A beautiful hike 30 km from Belfort, 10 km from Delle and 20 km from Montbéliard. Croix is a small village south of the Territoire de Belfort on the border with Switzerland and the Doubs. There you can see some very pretty swing wells and an unusual cross-shaped water tower. A very pleasant walk with beautiful countryside and forest scenery. The route is marked with a Green Ring.

This is a pleasant hike starting from Abbévillers near the Swiss border, 20 km south-east of Montbéliard and 30 km from Belfort. You will enjoy beautiful countryside and forest landscapes and stunning views of the Swiss Jura. Halfway along the route, you can admire the source of the Doue, which is a resurgence at the bottom of a cliff. The site is very well laid out with a mill currently undergoing renovation and numerous information panels. At the end, you can admire the border markers.

A short, easy forest walk, ideal for an afternoon with the family. A different atmosphere in every season. The route begins with a short circular loop along the “Sentier de la Grosse Ragie”, which will allow you to discover or rediscover the tree species and animals that inhabit our forests. It will then take you along a section of the Way of St James, past pretty little ponds, before crossing over to the “Sentier des Bornes du Pays de Montbéliard”.

This superb hike allows you to discover the village of Lebetain and the surrounding valleys with their typical Jura landscape. The starting point is near the Swiss border, close to Delle, 25 km from Belfort via the expressway. My favourite part: a very pretty section through the middle of a pasture in a narrow valley with a small stream and numerous little waterfalls. However, there is a fairly difficult section with a steep path for about 50 metres. The hike is signposted .

A classic walk for Sunday strollers, particularly families. Accessible to all, including young children and people with reduced mobility.

Long walk around the lakes of Brognard, Dambenois, Chatenois-les-Forges and Nommay. Starting from the Pays de Montbéliard water sports centre and continuing to the Verte Comtoise business park. Return to the starting point along the River Savoureuse and the Basse Vallée de la Savoureuse Nature Reserve.

Hiking route starting from the Town Hall. It takes you to the beer museum; near Place de l'Europe, the Peugeot Adventure Museum, the temple and the Prince's house. Then the Citédo and the sports park. It leads you towards Fort Lachaux, where you can enjoy the scenery. Next, you will cross the undergrowth and an educational farm. On the way back, you will discover the church of Sochaux and the redesigned Avenue du Général Leclerc.

Circuit de randonnée, au départ de l’espace Jean Jaurès, il traverse le quartier des Vignoles. Au fort Lachaux, le belvédère Est offre une vue sur les Vosges, la trouée de Belfort. Un passage dans la Caponnière offre un aperçu des fortifications. À la ferme Jan Ross vous verrez des animaux. La traversée de Sochaux offre une vue des usines Peugeot. Au retour, vous croiserez peut être des canards ou des hérons sur les bords de la Savoureuse.

This stage is the first stage of the Grande Traversée du Jura (or GTJ). It is the easiest. It can be done in a morning and can be combined with the next stage, which goes to Saint-Hippolyte. Most of the route is through forest. The starting point is in Mandeure. A detour to the Gallo-Roman theatre allows you to start with a touch of history. After an hour's walk, the stage passes near the Mandeure viewpoint before continuing through the forest. There are a few open spaces, but they are rare. The descent to Pont-de-Roide is then short and quick.

This is a pleasant hike on the French-Swiss border, starting from Villars-le-Sec near Delle, 30 km south-east of Belfort. It is very easy to access via the 1019 expressway. You will enjoy cultivated countryside and forest landscapes with beautiful views of Saint-Dizier-l'Evêque, the Vosges and the Swiss plateau. You will discover a natural curiosity, "les Pas du Diable" (the Devil's Steps), and numerous border markers engraved with the Bernese bear and the fleur-de-lis. The route is signposted.

In addition to the Historical Trail of the Boundary Stones of the Principality of Montbéliard, which runs between Villars-lès-Blamont and Bussurel, this circular walk starting from Nommay follows thethird stage of the Historical Trail of the Boundary Stones on its outward leg. This easy walk, in addition to its historical interest, passes through beautiful forests with open undergrowth, spanning three departments of Franche-Comté and situated in the immediate vicinity of the towns of Belfort and Montbéliard.

Discover a hike starting from Morvillars, a charming village located 20 km south-east of Belfort, near the N19 towards Delle and Switzerland. This route takes you into the heart of lush countryside and rich forest, offering the ideal setting for an authentic nature getaway. The trail offers magnificent views of the surrounding villages and the majestic Vosges mountain range, a panorama that is sublime in every season. This hike combines natural beauty and diverse landscapes, ideal for lovers of walking, photography or simply relaxing in contact with nature. An accessible route rich in discoveries that promises an unforgettable experience in every season.

This short hike will take you to the Roman Theatre and the Mathay plain via a path with views over the Doubs and all the biodiversity associated with this coastline: dry and wet forests, cliffs, scree and ponds are home to many protected species. Play areas, picnic areas and facilities are dotted along the route.

A lovely walk that takes you through the centres of Delle and Boncourt, with some very pretty old buildings. You’ll also walk through a forest with a stunning view. If you have a little time, take a short detour to enjoy the tranquillity of the Sentier des Faines and the Enchanted Forest. This walk is signposted.

Located in Franche-Comté, the town of Montbéliard has a strong heritage. Its most famous site remains its castle. But there is also artistic and natural heritage, such as the Près-la-Rose. This route passes close to numerous museums, such as the Pavillon des Sciences and its workshop, as well as Montbéliard Castle. This walk also allows you to discover Saint-Martin’s Temple, Saint-Maimbœuf Church, and Saint-Georges Lutheran Church. Of course, before returning to the car, don’t hesitate to pick up the famous Montbéliard sausage.

Short excursion from Grandvillars to the remarkable lime tree

A short walk with views of Voujeaucourt, Mathay, Mandeure and, at the end, the Côte Roux fun trail, which will delight young and old alike.

A very beautiful walk that allows us to discover the historical heritage of the town of Delle, the surrounding countryside and also the superb Mazarin Fountain in Fêche-l'Église. The route is marked with Yellow Rings.

A pleasant hike in Trévenans, 10 km south of Belfort. It takes you on a beautiful climb through the forest with lovely views. It joins the Sentier Historique des Bornes de la Principauté de Montbéliard (Historical Trail of the Boundaries of the Principality of Montbéliard). It ends by taking the Coulée Verte (Green Corridor) along the Haute-Saône canal with a very pretty view of the Southern Vosges. The hike is marked with a yellow ring.

You’ll pass through Bourogne, where a route of small information boards explains the castle ruins and the Neolithic cemetery. You’ll cross the Bourogne arboretum. You’ll then enter the pine forests until you reach the canal, and follow the cycle path to Allenjoie. You’ll pass through the village before heading back up into the forest and joining the Sentier des Bornes, which marks the boundary of the former County of Montbéliard.

15 km south-east of Belfort, 4 km from the TGV station, Bourogne is a town that combines modern development with a rich historical past. This short walk through the village and forest will allow you to discover a rich heritage with several beautiful buildings, superb fountains and the ruins of the castle. Information panels help you appreciate these treasures. Another special feature of the route is the petrifying spring.

This circular walk takes you past the castle’s wash houses, the ‘Sentier des Bornes’ trail of the Principality of Montbéliard, the petrifying spring and a dry meadow with orchids. This route is signposted.

A lovely hike in the Joncherey area near Delle, 25 km south-east of Belfort. Easy access via the N1019 expressway. You will discover a charming village, landscapes of fields and forests, and the Étang du Verchat lake with its tree houses. This hike is marked with a red ring.

Short walk around the Bois Brûlé in Mathay. Pass through the hamlet of Lucelans with beautiful views of Ecot and the Pays de Montbéliard. Discover the Ecot motocross track. 17 February 2023: problem starting from (2) ==> continue along the road and go directly to (4).

The Châtenaise circular Châtenois-les-Forges Between clearings and undergrowth, this hike takes you into the heart of the green lung of the commune of Châtenois-les-Forges. The route is signposted.

A pleasant route starting from Froidefontaine, about ten kilometres south-east of Belfort. You will hike through the fields and forests of this beautiful region. You will pass through the village of Recouvrance and read the many maxims inscribed on beautiful slate boards.

A walk along the water, springs and fountains in the valleys surrounding the promontory of the ancient castle of Blamont. Discover the cave of Tante Airie, the legendary Mother Christmas of the Pays de Montbéliard.

A sandpit, ponds, viewpoint over Bourguignon and the new power station.

A relatively easy circular route starting from Bussurel, returning via the Bethoncourt mine shaft route.

This is a beautiful hike that has the advantage of being in Switzerland, where hunting is closed on Sundays. The upper part of the route is on a wide ridge with sunny pastures and a picnic area with two tables. There are a few viewpoints on the north side overlooking the L'Ajoie plain with the Vosges mountains in the background. On the other side, you can see the Haut-Doubs and the Jura mountains, including the famous Chasseral. In between, there is plenty of nature to enjoy, with a good portion of the walk taking place in the shade of the trees, which is very pleasant in hot weather.

A family-friendly hike to discover the culture and nature of a region full of surprises. The route is marked with red discs.