The Truchet viewpoint from Lélex

From Mijoux, take the D991 towards Chézery-Florens and park at Lélex 900 metres away in the car park opposite the cable car and the Tourist Office.

Follow the yellow "Le Truchet" markings and a small section of red and white GR® markings.

(S/E) From the car park, follow the road (D991) towards the south-west and continue straight ahead, passing two streets on your left. At the junction with Rue des Lapidaires, continue straight ahead, passing two streets on your right, and you will arrive at Route du Frenet (GRP®) on your right.

(1) Take this road on the right. Pass the tennis courts and cross the Pont de la Fruitière bridge.

(2) Leave the road and continue straight ahead onto Chemin des Bals. Turn right at the first bend, then left at the next bend to continue towards La Crosse (house). Cross part of a wood, then walk alongside it and continue to a fork at the edge of the forest.

(3) Take the path on the right and enter the woods. Continue uphill to the Truchet viewpoint crossroads.

(4) Turn right and you will soon reach the Truchet viewpoint.

(5) Enjoy the view and return to the starting point by retracing your steps (S/E).

Open from 1 April to 30 November, subject to snow conditions.

Before you go

• Check the general and local weather forecast to ensure there is no precipitation.

• Find out about the approach walk, the height of the route, the journey time and possible escape routes (IGN map, GPS, guidebook, etc.).

• Assess the possible risks by consulting mountain professionals, refuges and lodges.

• Inform a friend or family member of your plans and contact them again in case of any changes: departure and return times, number of participants with each person's telephone number, vehicle(s), parking.

• Avoid setting off alone. Use equipment that is suitable for the activity, properly adjusted and in good condition, including a head torch, a complete first aid kit, a survival blanket, etc.

• In case of a problem, call 112 (European emergency number), if there is network coverage.

Additional advice and recommendations.

To find out more about our destination, visit our website: Pays de Gex Tourisme.

From the viewpoint at an altitude of 1,187 metres on the northern slope of the valley, discover the village of Lélex and the Valserine Valley.

The panorama of the high mountain range encompasses, from north to south, the ridges between Le Colomby de Gex and La Croix du Reculet.