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Liesle walks
From Arc-et-Senans to Salins-les-Bains
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13.63 mi
+968 ft
-686 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Arc-et-Senans (Doubs)
Third stage of the Échappée Jurassienne. From the Royal Saltworks in Arc-et-Senans to the Grande Saline in Salins-les-Bains, you will discover a unique sporting and cultural trail between the Doubs and Jura mountains, following in the footsteps of the great salt trade, with a stop in the village of Port-Lesney.
The Ronchaux Waterfall
5.25 mi
+741 ft
-738 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Paroy (Doubs)
From the beautiful church in Paroy, passing in front of the wealthy residences of this small village, then crossing sunny meadows, you will climb to the viewpoint overlooking the lower Loue valley. Along a pretty sunken path, you will descend towards Ronchaux, another picturesque little village with its old farms, waterfall and former tuff quarry.
Notre-Dame-de-Lorette
7.03 mi
+948 ft
-938 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Port-Lesney (Jura)
From the remains of the Old Bridge of Port-Lesney, you will climb up beautiful forest paths winding through box trees to the viewpoint overlooking the village topped by Mont Poupet. From this cool, mossy forest, you will emerge into the sunny vineyards, greeting the Saline d'Arc-et-Senans from afar, before returning, devoutly, to the Hermitage of Notre-Dame-de-Lorette perched on the cliff above the valley.
The Bois de Moini
6.61 mi
+1,053 ft
-1,047 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Quingey (Doubs)
Hike exclusively in the forest, on paths and trails with some beautiful ascents and descents. Views of the Doubs and Loue valleys.
Circular walk around Villars-Saint-Georges via the Combe d’Arange
4.68 mi
+203 ft
-207 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Villars-Saint-Georges (Doubs)
A lovely little walk around Villars-Saint-Georges that will take you through meadows and woods, across a pretty valley, to the banks of the Doubs before heading back up into the large forest. A family walk where you might (with a bit of luck) spot deer, foxes and a variety of birds.
A quick stroll between the Loue and the Bois de Quingey
2.79 mi
+226 ft
-226 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Quingey (Doubs)
If you only have 1 to 1½ hours to let off steam, here is an idea for a short walk in Quingey/Cessey.
From La Chapelle-sur-Furieuse to the ruins of Vaulgrenant Castle (circular trail)
9.93 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,348 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-sur-Furieuse (Jura)
From Chapelle-sur-Furieuse, through forests, vineyards and meadows, you will reach the ruins of Vaulgrenant Castle and then return to your starting point along the Furieuse river via a long descent. You will pass through the small village of Onay, then the suburbs of Salins-les-Bains, via the Voie Verte, before reaching Marnoz and heading towards Château de Vaulgrenant.
Enjoy beautiful views of Le Poupet and the forts of Salins-les-Bains.
The Ronchaux Belvedere
7.19 mi
+784 ft
-778 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from By (Doubs)
This woodland walk offers three viewpoints over the lower Loue valley, the Jura mountains and Bartherans, nestled in wooded valleys overlooking the Lison valley.
The Grand Finale
5.94 mi
+614 ft
-614 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Abbans-Dessus (Doubs)
Perched on its rocky outcrop, overlooking the Doubs valley, Abbans Castle likely replaced a Roman castrum. The oldest parts date from the 12th century. It was at the top of the keep that Claude Dorothée de Jouffroy d’Abbans set up his study and forge, where he built his steamboat. A short stroll through the countryside in this place steeped in history, taking in the cool Sentier du Ruisseau, the peaceful Grande Fin valley and the monument commemorating the long-forgotten rag-and-bone men of the 1870s.
Abbans Castle
4.73 mi
+417 ft
-404 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Abbans-Dessus (Doubs)
On its rocky spur overlooking the Doubs valley, Abbans Castle was probably built on the site of a Roman castrum. The oldest parts date from the 12th century. It was at the top of the keep that Claude Dorothée de Jouffroy d'Abbans set up his study and forge, where he built his steamboat. Enjoy a short country walk in this historic setting along a pleasant ridge path, then through the Grande Fin valley, discovering the castle from different angles.
Circular Quingey route via Cessey and the Ferme des Routes
3.36 mi
+253 ft
-276 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Cessey (Doubs)
A lovely little walk along the River Loue, then through meadows and forests with a variety of tree species. A family walk with a section emerging from the forest offering a unique view of the village of Quingey.
Between Loue and Mont de Cessey
6.51 mi
+909 ft
-909 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cessey (Doubs)
Route through the forest and wide paths, connecting the two parts of the commune of Cessey via the Mont de Cessey ridge and the Loue river.
The Marquis' Castle
8.24 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,056 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Abbans-Dessous (Doubs)
This hike, following in the footsteps of Marquis Claude François Dorothée de Jouffroy d'Abbans, naval architect and designer of the steamboat, will take you between the Loue and Doubs rivers, from oratories to churches, in the heart of our devout Comtois countryside, leaving you time to meditate on the twilight paths of our wooded mountains.
The Edgar Faure and Notre-Dame de Lorette viewpoint
5.69 mi
+922 ft
-912 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Mouchard (Jura)
Forest trail to discover the Edgar Faure viewpoint over the Loue valley and its vine-covered hillsides, then return, devoutly, to the Hermitage of Notre-Dame-de-Lorette perched on the cliff face above the valley, ending with a short break at the Espace Vöhl with its views of Mont Poupet and the Jura mountains.
Circular path through the woods at Billet, Roset-Fluans
4.15 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Courtefontaine (Jura) (Jura)
An easy family walk through a communal woodland adjoining the great Chaux Forest. Narrow paths, wide avenues and dirt tracks make up this route. In some places, you’ll need a bit of a sense of direction, as the paths are barely visible. You’ll also get a good insight into the different stages of forest management.
Heritage and panoramic views between Pagnoz and Marnoz
5.35 mi
+725 ft
-725 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pagnoz (Jura)
A 30-minute climb will take you to the feudal castle of Vaulgrenant, where you can enjoy a 360° panorama. Then you will walk between valleys and woods, with ever-changing views of Mont Poupet. After Marnoz, you will discover a very pleasant path leading back to Pagnoz. It allows you to walk along the railway line without realising it (except at the beginning). A hike away from the beaten track and through varied landscapes.
The medieval ruins of Vaulgrenant
2.95 mi
+597 ft
-584 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Pagnoz (Jura)
A lovely little forest walk to the ruins of this medieval castle built in the 13th century, wiped off the map by the awful Louis XIV who, to punish us for our "Comtois, Rends-toi! Nenni, Ma foi!" ("Comtois, surrender! No way!"), dismantled all our medieval castles. At the top, there is a 360° view of the Chaux forest, the Val d'Amour, Mont de Pretin, the forts of Saint-André and Belin, and Mont Poupet. Return through beautifully rolling countryside, topped by Fort Saint-André in the distance.
The Goulot Farm circular walk
14.03 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,240 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
This long hike will take you to the Goulot farm, offering superb panoramic views over the lower Doubs valley and the Chaux and Serre forests. There are also views of the first and second Doubs plateaus. The varied trail surfaces, short climbs and long descents will ensure a wide variety of experiences throughout the route.
Circular walk around Boussières via the Caillet Mill and Notre Dame du Mont
5.61 mi
+604 ft
-591 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
A short family walk combining a tarmac road at the start, followed by long stretches through woodland before climbing up to the chapel to enjoy a magnificent view over the Doubs valley and Besançon.
From Boussières to Busy via the Pierre de Vorges
10.68 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,224 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
This lovely walk will take you to Busy along pretty, undulating woodland paths to Vorges, after which the gradient reverses on the way to Busy. From there, the road surface changes. A very steep tarmac road will take you to the D083, where you’ll take a ridge path, then the Roman road and dirt tracks for the return journey. This route offers beautiful panoramic views of several spots in the Doubs Valley.
Circular walk from Boussières to the Signal d’Abbans-Dessus and back via La Chandole
8.01 mi
+850 ft
-863 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
A lovely, easy family walk offering magnificent views over the Doubs valley as far as the Serre massif, as well as over the Loue valley, from the lower plateaus to Mont Poupet. Part of the return journey follows a small stream and the Boussières plain.
Along the Doubs beneath the castles, starting from Boussières
6.54 mi
+302 ft
-305 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
A lovely, easy little walk that takes you to the Couvent de Béthanie and along the right bank of the Doubs on the towpath. Along the way, you’ll pass beneath the castles of Thoraise, Torpes and Boussières.
Take the time to watch the birds on the Doubs. With a bit of luck, you may also spot coypu, beavers (and their gnaw marks on the trees) or chamois towards the end of the route.
Boussières: Notre-Dame du Mont
9.73 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,138 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
From Virgin to Virgin, not forgetting the big bad wolves, you will discover a superb panorama of the Doubs valley and its contrasting hills: warlike with the ruins of Montferrand Castle, peaceful with the protective Virgin of Notre-Dame du Mont, commercial with the Percée de Thoraise. As you climb the Éssart du Loup, you can dream of those distant times when the simple, tranquil beauty of our Comtois landscapes could be disturbed by sinister encounters.
Circular walk from Boussières to the Chouzelot monument via the Bois de la Taille
6.56 mi
+866 ft
-886 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Boussières (Doubs)
This short walk will take you through woods and meadows to the Chouzelot (or Mont Gardot) monument. After crossing the ridge, you’ll walk through a beautiful forest to return to your car park, passing vineyards and orchards along the way.
L'Essart du Loup
6.76 mi
+906 ft
-902 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vorges-les-Pins (Doubs)
A forest and countryside walk, accompanied by the Montferrand keep and the Bisontin mountains, down the beautifully named Chemin de l'Essart du Loup, an old cart track, to discover the Monument de Vorges in memory of the long-forgotten poor biffins of 70, a gypsum factory and the small valley of Moulin Caillet lost between two mountains.
A trail along the ridges and banks of the river Doubs between Vorges-les-Pins and Busy
6.36 mi
+794 ft
-794 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Vorges-les-Pins (Doubs)
A stroll along the ridge separating the Loue Valley and that of the river Doubs and then along the banks of the Doubs with a panoramic view of the Château de Montferrand ruins.