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Lac de Vouglans walks
Lake Vouglans - Surchauffant cliffs
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14.03 km
+313 m
-313 m
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Tour-du-Meix (Jura)
Discover the splendour of France's third largest reservoir with its turquoise blue waters. In this magnificent setting, walk between forests and steep cliffs with superb views of the lake.
The path to Maisod Castle
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6.23 km
+122 m
-121 m
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Maisod (Jura)
Under the pine trees, immerse yourself in a Mediterranean atmosphere and marvel at the turquoise waters of Lake Vouglans stretching as far as the eye can see. Let the grains of sand covering the beaches caress your skin. The only thing missing from this picture is the taste of salt on your lips to make you believe in this unlikely little sea in the mountains.
This easy walk from the port of La Mercantine will take you to Maisod Castle and along Lake Vouglans
On either side of the Pont de la Pyle bridge
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10.25 km
+207 m
-207 m
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Tour-du-Meix (Jura)
On either side of the Pont de la Pyle bridge, there are so many beautiful things to see, do and discover!
One side takes you along a long, quiet path through the woods, running alongside the lake, with viewpoints and picnic areas.
The other side, which is more touristy, takes you to the ruins of a castle, caves, viewpoints, and a leisure area with a harbour and a beach.
In short, everything you need for a great day out!
A beautiful route for trail running enthusiasts.
The Belvédère des Bourlaches viewpoint in the Vaucluse forest
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8.51 km
+214 m
-212 m
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Onoz (Jura)
The view from the viewpoint is always impressive. On this route, you will overlook the beautiful landscapes of Lake Vouglans, observe its changing colours and contemplate its wooded shores, remarkably preserved from any unsightly urban development.
7 tales on a walk: the lost mermaid
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3.69 km
+100 m
-100 m
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Maisod (Jura)
Welcome to the imaginary land of South Jura.
On this 7 Tales on a Walk trail, take a short storytelling walk with your family and immerse yourself in the story of the lost mermaid.
The starting point is marked by an entrance gate (in the form of a giant book), on which is written the type of object you will have to look for and follow throughout the walk.
Step through this door to enter a world full of mystery.
Walks near Lac de Vouglans
From Châtillon to Menétrux-en-Joux
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22.34 km
+417 m
-374 m
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Châtillon (Jura) (Jura)
Tenth stage of the Échappée Jurassienne. For this stage starting from Châtillon, you will head towards the largest natural lake in the Jura: the magnificent Lac de Chalain. A true blue jewel surrounded by limestone rocks, the lake can be seen in all its splendour from the plateau, offering breathtaking panoramic views. You will then walk through stunning natural landscapes before reaching Menétrux-en-Joux, located near the famous Hérisson waterfalls. An adventure where every step will reveal enchanting and varied scenery!
From Menetru-en-Joux to Chaux-des-Crotenay
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16.53 km
+665 m
-388 m
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Menétrux-en-Joux (Jura)
Eleventh stage of the Échappée Jurassienne. Although relatively short,this stage is a veritable festival of natural sites, each more incredible than the last. It begins with the Hérisson waterfall trail, a refreshing escape along a picturesque path dotted with 31 waterfalls and 7 cascades, revealing breathtaking panoramas where the water flows majestically in an aquatic ballet.
You then continue your journey by entering the Haut Jura Regional Nature Park via the plateau of the seven lakes. To round off this day full of discoveries, from the Pic de l'Aigle and the Belvédère des Quatre Lacs, you can enjoy not one but several breathtaking views of four of these turquoise lakes: the lakes of Ilay, Petit and Grand Maclu, and Narlay. Dominate the whole scene from the Pic de l'Aigle and the Belvédère des Quatre Lacs... There's no denying it, this stage is spectacular!