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Dessoubre (rivière) walks
Cirque de Consolation, the Roche du Prêtre and the cave
Visorando Member
3.85 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,437 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Consolation-Maisonnettes (Doubs)
A walk around the Cirque de Consolation with a thrilling variety of views and valleys. Beautiful panoramic views and bodies of water on way.
The Belvédère du Bourbet and the Waroly Waterfall
7.18 mi
+1,388 ft
-1,401 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mancenans-Lizerne (Doubs)
A picnic area with tables overlooks the Dessoubre valley at an altitude of nearly 750 metres. Old farms dating back to the 1960s cling to the mountainside. A wild valley where, perhaps, our Comtois Gauls performed their druidic rituals in sacred clearings. A natural rock known as the Devil's Castle overlooks the Waroly waterfall. Finally, caves carved out over centuries.
The Dessoubre Valley: the Priory of Vaucluse, the Baron and the Cul de Vau
8.57 mi
+1,053 ft
-1,053 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vaucluse (Doubs) (Doubs)
Starting from the charming little village of Vaucluse, Val Clos, this hike offers superb views of the Dessoubre valley, starting with the Baron's viewpoint, then the Cul de Vau valley and finally Vaucluse and its former priory, not to mention the various balconies overlooking the valley that you will pass along the way.
The Cirque de Consolation
7.64 mi
+1,713 ft
-1,732 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Mont-de-Laval (Doubs)
A wild, 350-metre-deep valley, the Cirque de Consolation, framed by magnificent cliffs, is a paradise for hikers and nature lovers. You can discover it from two viewpoints, Chauve Roche at the bottom of the valley and Sainte-Catherine downstream and the old seminary. After a visit to the old priory of Laval, you will climb back up to the plateau, along the aptly named Pissoux, through a superb wild and mossy valley.
The Dessoubre Valley
6.23 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,234 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bretonvillers (Doubs)
(!) Read Practical Information. A balanced route between countryside and forests to discover the Dessoubre from the heights of Bretonvillers. Then, returning to the valley via paths winding between fir trees and rocks, you will walk along the river, stopping at the old mill.
Along the Dessoubre
8.70 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,467 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Mont-de-Vougney (Doubs)
From the charming old church of Mont-de-Vougney, head down towards the Dessoubre, not forgetting to pay your respects to the old Saint-Claude in his stone niche. Once an industrial hub, today it has regained a wild and authentic freshness. As you follow the river, you will discover its cliffs, waterfalls and the Combe Foulot cirque. Then climb back up to the plateau through sunny pastures overlooking the valley.
Les Roches du Château
9.65 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,768 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Hippolyte (Doubs) (Doubs)
From the heart of Saint-Hyppolyte, nestled in the Revirot valley (where the Doubs and Dessoubre rivers meet), along its narrow streets lined with medieval houses, you will climb boldly towards the Chamesol plateau, a balcony overlooking the valley, to reach the viewpoint on the rocks and the vast cave where our ancestors built a castle that was unfortunately destroyed. Through beautiful forests and secret clearings, you will return via Soulce and its salt well, the Ursulines farm at the foot of the rocks and the tufa cave.
Le Creux de Hauteroche
4.39 mi
+515 ft
-518 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Charmoille (Doubs)
After a magnificent view of the Dessoubre valley, you will discover the surprising Creux de Hauteroche gorge carved into the rocky cliffs to reach the viewpoint over Rosureux. Return through the fir forests and the surprising rock shelter of Sous la Goutte.
Plaimbois du Miroir and Laval le Prieuré
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.66 mi
+1,355 ft
-1,329 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Plaimbois-du-Miroir (Doubs)
This route will take you on a journey of discovery through the Dessoubre valley, where you will be enchanted by the landscapes and religious heritage. This route covers a large part of circular 43 and is marked in yellow and blue.
La Corne au Loup
9.52 mi
+1,677 ft
-1,660 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Valoreille (Doubs)
From Valoreille, a superb balcony overlooking the Dessoubre valley, you will descend towards the river through peaceful pastures with unobstructed views of the neighbouring mountains. Then, from the typical village of Vauclusotte and its covered wash house fountain, you will climb through beautiful forests to the Montaigu viewpoint, the Lomont wind turbines, the Montbéliard region and the Ballon d'Alsace, before finally cooling off at the Saint-Ligier fountain, dating from 1721 and topped by its bishop.
Dessoubre Valley in Orgeans
3.30 mi
+509 ft
-512 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Orgeans-Blanchefontaine (Doubs)
A short hike suitable for families. After a period of rain, there are beautiful small waterfalls, but some sections of the stream must be forded.
Beautiful view of the Hermitage as well.
In hot and humid weather, watch out for ticks.
From Dessoubre to Roche du Miroir
6.00 mi
+1,257 ft
-1,247 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bretonvillers (Doubs)
With its industrious past forgotten for almost a century, nature has reclaimed this bucolic and almost wild valley, where the few houses are hidden in the greenery, embarrassed to be there. You will walk along the river, passing an old mill, then climb through cool, deep fir forests to the Roche du Miroir, which overlooks the old priory.
The Cirque de Consolation and the springs from Consolation-Maisonnettes
2.17 mi
+423 ft
-449 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Consolation-Maisonnettes (Doubs)
A walk to ‘recharge your batteries’ in the cool air during heatwaves.
The Cirque de Consolation from the Roche du Prêtre
6.64 mi
+2,159 ft
-2,175 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Consolation-Maisonnettes (Doubs)
Among the must-see spots in Franche-Comté are the Saut du Doubs, as well as the Cirque de Consolation, a few dozen kilometres away. Numerous waterfalls flow into this funnel-shaped valley, at the bottom of which stands a church. Various hiking trails are also available. This hike allows you to walk around the entire area via a ridge path not shown on IGN maps, discovering all the secrets of the cirque along the way.
From the Reculée du Pissoux to the Montbeliardot Arboretum
10.38 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,696 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Mont-de-Laval (Doubs)
Discover the Reculée du Pissoux and its stream, the Dessoubre Valley and its river, passing by the Moulin de Girardot. A lovely climb up to the Roche du Miroir, which offers a panoramic view, then a walk through the village of Plaimbois-du-Miroir and back via the Montbeliardot Arboretum and its sculptures. A hike through wild, lush countryside.
Cirque de Consolation from Mont-de-Laval
10.69 mi
+2,333 ft
-2,336 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Mont-de-Laval (Doubs)
Circular route starting from Mont-de-Laval, passing by the Roche du Prêtre and looping through the Cirque de Consolation.
Val de Consolation
9.67 mi
+2,018 ft
-2,021 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montbéliardot (Doubs)
In the heart of the Watchmaking Region, a walk around the source of the Dessoubre and the Notre-Dame de Consolation monastery
Route de découverte de Saint-Hippolyte
1.28 mi
+66 ft
-72 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hippolyte (Doubs) (Doubs)
Saint-Hippolyte is located at the confluence of the Doubs and Dessoubre rivers in Franche-Comté. It is a small, picturesque tourist village at the gateway to the Pays Horloger (Watchmaking Country). The setting is enchanting: surrounded by the Jura mountains, the Dessoubre to the west and the Doubs to the north. The narrow streets are picturesque and the buildings are examples of the architecture of the Pays Horloger. It is of course possible to combine this short route with another discovery in the region.