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Étang des Lésines walks
From Étang des Lésines to the Planachat ridges at La Praille
Visorando member 
22.98 km
+796 m
-796 m
8h 50
Difficult
Departure from Hauteville-Lompnes (Ain)
This is a large circular that allows you to discover the different environments of the Bugiste region. Part of it is dedicated to the Lésines lake and the Marais de Vaux marsh, which can be crossed thanks to the facilities provided. The main part runs along the ridges above Cormaranche, with the climb to Golet Marmier and Planachat, the crossing from Col de la Clye to Col de la Rochette via Gigimont, then the climb to Haiea d'Amont and Cornillon. The descent passes through Notre-Dame de Mazières and Trou de la Marmite.
The Marais de Vaux and the Charabotte Waterfall
Visorando member 
14.09 km
+146 m
-143 m
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Hauteville-Lompnes (Ain)
A short walk around the Marais de Vaux lake and its wetlands with the opportunity to admire the Charabotte waterfall.
Vaux marsh from the heights of Nantuy
Visorando member 11.63 km
+180 m
-173 m
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hauteville-Lompnes (Ain)
A double circular loop on trails with very different atmospheres. On the heights of Nantuy, beautiful paths through the woods, a short challenging section to reach the top of the Charabotte waterfall and its viewpoint, then a pleasant and relaxing section to discover the Marais de Vaux Nature Reserve with its footbridges.
Walks near Étang des Lésines
Vaux en Bugey-Siccieu
Visorando member 
28.98 km
+360 m
-331 m
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Vaux-en-Bugey (Ain)
Fifth stage of the Way of St James. This somewhat long stage takes you across the Rhône at Lagnieu. The rest of the route is less interesting and, above all, involves too much tarmac, but there is no alternative if you want to rejoin the GR®65.
La Ferme du Retord - Giron
Tourist office 
25.09 km
+736 m
-998 m
9h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Billiat (Ain)
Accessible from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.
Second stage of the GRP® de la Valserine. Starting from the town, 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.
Chevanel - Vaux-en-Bugey
Visorando member 
24.89 km
+729 m
-763 m
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Jujurieux (Ain)
Fourth stage of the Way of St James. A stage through varied, rolling countryside of vineyards, meadows and woods, starting from Neuville-sur-Ain and passing through pretty villages and small towns, ending with a stunning view of Allymes Castle and the Ambérieu plain.