Gare de Bellegarde walks

This is the second stage of the five-day "GRP® de la Valserine" hiking trail. The hike allows you to quickly leave the city behind and gradually climb to the Plateau de Retord, where you will have a beautiful view of the path ahead and, if you are lucky, a panorama of the Alps. Then cross over to the other side of the Jura mountains via Giron 1000, the highest commune in the Ain department. The Monts Jura resort in the village of Lélex will welcome you and help you prepare to climb the highest peaks of the Jura! Finish in style with a visit to the Pertes de la Valserine. 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 in tents is also prohibited.Please respect these rules to preserve the richness of this exceptional environment.

From Chézery to Lélex via the Haute Chaîne: second stage of the two-day "La petite boucle de la Valserine"circular hiking tour. 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, which rises to 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 allowed, even on a lead.Camping in tents is also prohibited.Please respect these rules to preserve the richness of this exceptional environment.

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 travel 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 immerses you in the heart of the Haute Chaîne du Jura, for an authentic experience in the great outdoors. As you will need to carry your own food, remember to plan your supplies so that you can fully enjoy this adventure.

This is the third stage of the five-day "GRP® de la Valserine" hiking trail. The route allows you toquickly leave the city behind and gradually climb to the Retord Plateau. You will have a beautiful view of the path ahead and, if you are lucky, a panorama of the Alps. Then cross over to the other side of the Jura mountains via Giron 1000, the highest commune in the Ain department. The Monts Jura resort in the village of Lélex will welcome you and help you prepare to climb the highest peaks of the Jura! Finish in style with a visit to the Pertes de la Valserine. 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 in tents is prohibited.Please respect these rules to preserve the richness of this exceptional environment.