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Les Granges Dessus
Visorando Member
6.54 mi
+492 ft
-479 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Granges-Narboz (Doubs)
From the hamlet of La Grange Dessus, you will walk through the Bois de Ban to discover the Château de Joux, located in the heart of a magnificent natural site, overlooking its cluse since the year 1000. Along the way, there is a viewpoint over Mont d'Or and Lac Saint-Point.
The Grand Tour of Château de Joux
12.69 mi
+2,297 ft
-2,300 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Granges-Narboz (Doubs)
This route connects the four most beautiful viewpoints around Château de Joux. Views of the castle from every angle, as well as superb panoramas of the Doubs valley and the Fer à Cheval gorge. If you have time, you can add a visit to the castle (1 to 1½ hours). The Sandor site and the church at Oye-et-Pallet further enhance this walk.
Route de découverte de Pontarlier
6.45 mi
+210 ft
-213 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
Pontarlier is a sub-prefecture of the Doubs department. The town is often regarded as its capital. Surrounded by low mountains, this town has undeniable charm and boasts a number of historic monuments such as the Porte Saint-Pierre. This walk, covering around ten kilometres, allows you to see many of these monuments as well as several parks. From the Church of Saint-Bénigne to the Parc des Ouillons, Pontarlier will reveal its many facets to you. The route presents no difficulties. It is, however, classified as ‘moderate’ as the route is over 10 kilometres long and may not be suitable for young children.
Discovering the Grand Taureau
11.68 mi
+2,001 ft
-1,988 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
Through mountain pastures and forests, along paths and forest tracks, discover a summit above Pontarlier, with beautiful views of the Alps on a clear day.
The Château de Joux and Fort Mahler
6.04 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,050 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
Pass through pastures dotted with gentians and friendly, cuddly horses, then through cool fir forests with slender trees to discover Fort Malher and Château de Joux overlooking the valley with all the imposing severity of a medieval watchtower.
The banks of the Doubs from Pontarlier to Doubs
3.63 mi
+338 ft
-335 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
Follow the river from Pontarlier to the village of Doubs. Enjoy the coolness of the pine forest before crossing a pasture and looking out over the town nestled at the foot of Larmont.
Château de Joux
3.91 mi
+843 ft
-873 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from La Cluse-et-Mijoux (Doubs)
Located in the heart of a magnificent natural site, Château de Joux has overlooked its cluse since the year 1000. By installing a toll booth there, the lords of Joux were able to build this stone fortress. You will walk along both sides of the valley, climbing the Larmont anticline to Fort Mahler for superb views of this castle, which watches over the valley with all the imposing severity of a medieval watchtower.
The trails around Chaffois
5.77 mi
+413 ft
-400 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Chaffois (Doubs)
Starting from the village of Chaffois, near the church, explore the woodland trails with magnificent wild landscapes. Possible detour to the remarkable tree with views of Mont d’Or and Mont Blanc, as well as Notre-Dame-du-Mont.
Very well-marked trail, suitable for either walking or mountain biking (route number 111). Parking available near the church. The hike can be done on foot, by mountain bike or on snowshoes.
Fort de Joux No. 80
Association / Club / Walk leader13.90 mi
+1,575 ft
-1,585 ft
2.5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from La Cluse-et-Mijoux (Doubs)
This is a well-marked mountain bike trail. Number 80.A very varied and technical circuit, very interesting from a mountain biking point of view.
View of the two castles
3.67 mi
+745 ft
-745 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from La Cluse-et-Mijoux (Doubs)
A short hike for the whole family with breathtaking views of Château de Joux and Fort Malher!
Circular of Arcan to Grand Taureau
7.88 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,096 ft
6h 04
Moderate
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
Circular snowshoe loop above Pontarlier towards the Grand Taureau (altitude 1,323 m). Gentle climb. Steeper return which can be avoided by following the road, which is partly snow-covered. View of the Alps in good weather. View of Pontarlier and further north. Only part of the route is marked. Much of the route is used in winter.
Le Grand Taureau
9.83 mi
+1,430 ft
-1,430 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
The highest point of the Montagne du Larmont, the Grand Taureau, at an altitude of 1,323 metres, offers a panoramic view of Pontarlier, the Loue Valley, the Jura mountains (the Aiguilles de Baulmes, the Knoll, the Mont d'Or), the Alps and Mont Blanc in good weather. This well-balanced route allows you to enjoy the coolness of beautiful pine forests and the sunshine of these alpine pastures dotted with gentians, accompanied by the music of our cowbells.
Montpetot Chapel and Roche Sarrasine
3.93 mi
+686 ft
-686 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from La Cluse-et-Mijoux (Doubs)
A short route in the heart of the Haut-Doubs that will let you discover Château de Joux from an unusual angle.
La Roche Sarrazine from Les Petits Fourgs du Haut
4.65 mi
+423 ft
-417 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Les Fourgs (Doubs)
A very pleasant, peaceful walk, the first half of which takes you through beautiful coniferous woods to this magnificent viewpoint over the Château de Joux and La Cluse, before returning in the sunshine with a beautiful unobstructed view of the plateau.
Croix de la Bèche Trail
10.91 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,165 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Rivière-Drugeon (Doubs)
The Croix de la Bèche trail passes through the villages of La-Rivière-Drugeon and Bouverans, allowing you to explore the Drugeon Valley and the Montagne du Laveron, passing by the shores of Lac de l'Entonnoir.
The mirrors
5.27 mi
+784 ft
-748 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
This hike will take you through a protected area and offer you a beautiful view of the town of Pontarlier.
Moderator's note A GPS device may be useful for this hike. See reviews.
The Saracen rock
Tourist office
6.25 mi
+361 ft
-361 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Les Fourgs (Doubs)
This route takes you to the Belvédère de la Roche Sarrasine viewpoint through woodland and back along a small road to the village of Les Fourgs.
l'Herba via the Mijoux Chapel and La Seigne from Les Fourgs
12.59 mi
+1,440 ft
-1,430 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Les Fourgs (Doubs)
An invigorating walk at an altitude of 1,000 metres, through pastures and forests with lovely landscapes typical of the Haut-Doubs. The stop at the biathlon centre (La Seigne) adds a touch of ‘discovery’ before the climb of around 2.5 km up to Mont de L’Herba.
The Roche Sarrasine viewpoint
7.72 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,093 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Les Fourgs (Doubs)
Typical farms, a chapel covered in wooden shingles, two superb viewpoints over La Cluse de Joux and its castle, a glimpse of Chasseron and the Aiguilles de Baulmes, fir trees and the invigorating air of the Haut-Doubs.
Forests and pastures all the way to Les Papillons restaurant
4.63 mi
+499 ft
-495 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
Starting from the Brin d'Herbe equestrian lodge, enjoy an unusual hike along forest paths, past cows and alpine landscapes. There is a magnificent view from the Ferme des Miroirs road, from where you can even see the Alps if the weather is not too cloudy! Enjoy a refreshing break or a good meal at the Les Papillons restaurant before returning through fields and forests.
NB: as this hike crosses several cow pastures, please be sure to dismount, open and, above all, close any gates you come across.
The Blue Spring
4.03 mi
+646 ft
-656 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Malbuisson (Doubs)
A short walk takes you to the Blue Spring. There are lovely views of Lake Saint-Point.
Located between the villages of Malbuisson and Montperreux, this spring is a pure transparent blue colour.
From Malbuisson to the Source Bleue via Port Titi
11.32 mi
+850 ft
-879 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Malbuisson (Doubs)
A varied hike with splendid views of Lake Saint-Point and the mid-mountain range, passing through a picturesque little village. The end of the route is enhanced by the discovery of a magnificent blue/turquoise-green water source.
The view of the Alps and Fort Saint-Antoine
3.19 mi
+279 ft
-272 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Malbuisson (Doubs)
A pleasant hike mainly through the mountain pastures of the Haut-Doubs with a superb view of Mont Blanc if the weather is good. The last quarter of the route passes through forest.
Simon Pion's horse riding trail
1.86 mi
+151 ft
-151 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Pontarlier (Doubs)
Short loop through the fields (no gates to open) on horseback, with the option of staying at the Brin d'Herbe equestrian lodge. Please note: this route is only possible when the hay has just been cut and the grass in the meadows is short.
The view of the Alps from Malbuisson via the GR®509
7.03 mi
+981 ft
-968 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Malbuisson (Doubs)
A medium-altitude hike that alternates between wooded areas and open, sunny sections.
Nice view of the Alps if the weather is good.
L’Herba
7.56 mi
+741 ft
-751 ft
5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Les Fourgs (Doubs)
A cross-country ski tour that allows you to explore areas rarely visited in winter and enjoy a sense of freedom on the descent.
Mont de l'Herba
9.92 mi
+938 ft
-955 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Les Fourgs (Doubs)
A French-Swiss walk through the pastures of the "Toit du Doubs" towards these old alpine farms where the cowherd-cheesemaker stayed in the summer to look after the cattle and make cheese. Beautiful views of the Swiss mountains: the Chasseron, the Petites Roches, the Cochet and the Montagne de Baulmes.
The Sentier des Bornes at Les Fourgs
12.31 mi
+915 ft
-889 ft
6h 25
Easy
Departure from Les Fourgs (Doubs)
A themed trail that will take you on a journey across the Doubs region whilst following the border and its boundary markers.
Circuit around Saint-Point-Lac
11.53 mi
+607 ft
-604 ft
5h 50
Easy
Departure from Labergement-Sainte-Marie (Doubs)
The route around the lake is a long hike but on good roads. Saint-Point-Lac is the third-largest natural lake in France. The path will take you along and close to the lake but also rises up a little and leads away from it at times for better views.
This trail is littered with signs to better understand your environment.
