Mont Mourex

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Panoramic view of Lake Geneva, the Alps, the high Jura mountains and the Pays de Gex

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 9.75 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 30 
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    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Return to departure point: Yes
  • ↗
    Vertical gain: + 251 m
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    Vertical drop: - 252 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 755 m
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    Lowest point: 519 m
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Description of the walk

Park in the car park of the Auberge du Vieux Bois on the D984 at the exit of Divonne-les-Bains, heading towards Gex.

(S/E) Cross the departmental road and follow it to the right (east-southeast) on the cycle path.

(1) After about 250 metres, cross this road again and take the Sentier des Dames (signposted and marked with white and yellow signs). The gradual climb through the woods leads to Mont Mussy (car park, inn).

(2) Cross the car park and follow the route (sign) towards Mont Mourex and Mourex village (opposite), continue straight ahead along this forest track, which leads gently to Mont Mourex (in good weather, the view of Lake Geneva and the Alps is splendid).

(3) Cross straight ahead and go through the cattle grid. You will reach a car park.

(4) Turn left downhill towards Mourex village (sign).

(5) Turn left again onto the road to Grilly.

(6) Leave the road and continue along the path on the left towards Divonne. Stay on this path, then on Chemin de Tir Mir (small paved road).

(7) Turn right and immediately left onto Chemin de Chane. This road ends at a small path on the left, which will take you to the foot of the Sentier des Dames. From there, walk back to your vehicle along the D984 road.

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 547 m - Auberge du Vieux Bois
  2. 1 : km 0.31 - alt. 534 m - Crossroads of the loop. Near the springs of - Versoix ou Divonne (rivière)
  3. 2 : km 1.54 - alt. 671 m - Mont Mussy
  4. 3 : km 3.63 - alt. 754 m - Mont Mourex - View of the - Lac Léman
  5. 4 : km 4.51 - alt. 693 m - Parking
  6. 5 : km 4.9 - alt. 653 m - Mourex
  7. 6 : km 5.37 - alt. 618 m - Start of the trail
  8. 7 : km 8.14 - alt. 526 m - Chemin de Chane
  9. S/E : km 9.74 - alt. 546 m - Auberge du Vieux Bois

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Clarity of route map
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.4 / 5
volcan74
volcan74

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Busy trail : No

An easy walk with a nice view, but that's the only interesting thing about it. The climb is entirely in the woods and the return from Mourex is boring

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JPNOVES
JPNOVES

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 16, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

The Auberge du Vieux Bois, the starting point for the hike, has changed its name. It is now called "L'accord Parfait".
At the start, follow the road towards GEX for 150 metres. The road is busy, but you can use the cycle path.
We followed the trail without any problems. Beautiful scenery

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jp.hautot
jp.hautot

Continuing from my previous message:
Having hiked in 93 of the 96 metropolitan departments, I believe I have a good amount of experience, which a competing site has taken advantage of (150 publications). My first submission was actually intended for Visorando; I had asked that it not be published, as it was simply meant to test my ability to write a listing that met your expectations. It was published anyway, but no harm done!
My second submission was accompanied by 21 photos --> I received 21 emails telling me that the captions were not compliant!!! THE LIST WAS NEVER PUBLISHED.
Perhaps we should discuss my new project...

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eric fluckiger
eric fluckiger

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Dec 14, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A magnificent route, easy but suitable for the early winter, which has already brought snow

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BCD
BCD

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 04, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A beautiful hike starting from the Mourex car park, which avoids the road section from Divonne.
We did the hike in the opposite direction, climbing straight up to Mt Mourex. Beautiful view of Lake Geneva and the mountains. 8.8 km circuit.
Hike done using the route on Visorand; perfect.

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Brunal34
Brunal34

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : May 26, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

After the village of Mourex, the directions indicate to turn left (instruction 6) towards Divonne, but it seems that we turned earlier and found a parallel road to the one indicated, which is very nice and rejoins the original route a little further on, through the woods. This makes the distance shorter (about 9 km in 2 hours and 20 minutes at a leisurely pace).
This road does not appear to be marked on the map extract.
Otherwise, there is a beautiful view of the lake and the snow-capped mountains in the distance.

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thib74
thib74

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 02, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Hello everyone, I did this hike this morning, and one of the only downsides was that the start of the hike is along a busy road where cars drive at high speeds. Otherwise, it was a very easy hike. Suitable for children. Very peaceful, especially in the first half of the hike where you are in the forest. At Mont Mourex, there is a beautiful view of the L'Émane and the Jura mountains.

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emm
emm

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jan 15, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

A beautiful walk with a little snow! A very pleasant trip through the woods, ending with a beautiful 360° view. The return trip was more disappointing, between paths and houses.

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bonnerem
bonnerem

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 04, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A very pleasant and easy hike. A small note
This road ends with a small path on the left, which will take you to the foot of the Sentier des Dames. From there, return to your vehicle by following the D984 road
The small road joins the Divonne road to Gex, which you follow for 50 metres before finding the Sentier des Dames on the left.

Instead of starting from Divonne, I think it's nicer to do this circuit from Mourex, where it's easy to park near the wash house.

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pat2460
pat2460

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jan 12, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Very pleasant walk with superb panoramic views, the only downside being the start and finish along the busy main road.

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lilas74
lilas74

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 12, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

A very accessible and enjoyable hike in beautiful autumn sunshine. Beautiful scenery and stunning views from the summit. The route is lined with chestnut trees and you can pick chestnuts in season. Much of the route is through woodland, so I imagine it must be very pleasant in hot weather. The only unpleasant part is along the road at the start and finish due to heavy traffic, but fortunately it's only a short stretch.

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Malyse56
Malyse56

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 31, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

A beautiful hike with the option to extend the route.

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ginosaure
ginosaure

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 21, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A great, easy route for a nice walk and to discover some lovely views.

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ran26do61
ran26do61

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 20, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

A beautiful hike with stunning views of the lake and mountains.
The trail is well marked and does not present any particular difficulties.

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henri57
henri57 ★

Hello,

You rate

Reliability of the route on the map: Very disappointing

And you write

Perfect route

Isn't that a bit contradictory?

See you soon

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