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Maynal walks
Crève-Coeur circular
Visorando Member
11.11 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,526 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Maynal (Jura)
A pleasant circular starting from Maynal, crossing the fields and pastures at the bottom of the valley, the vineyards on the sunny slopes, and the meadows and woods on the hillsides. Most of the route is shaded. Lovely views of the Bresse plain and the villages of Revermont.
The Gizia Reculée
3.73 mi
+784 ft
-801 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gizia (Jura)
A short hike to discover a lesser-known but no less beautiful Jura valley. The loop starts behind the church in Gizia, a small village where the Gizia river has its source. Then a fairly steep but generally shaded climb leads to the village of Le Chanelet, at the top of the 220m high cliff. The Belvédère de Chanelet offers a breathtaking view of the Bresse and Mâconnais regions.
The Gizia Cross
9.84 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,850 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cuiseaux (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely loop on the first slopes of the Jura massif, above the Bresse plain (Revermont). A largely forested route, with viewpoints and panoramas, typical villages, monuments and heritage sites.
Les Chandelettes, viewpoints and fountains from Saint-Laurent-la-Roche
4.07 mi
+856 ft
-873 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-la-Roche (Jura)
The village of Saint-Laurent-la-Roche is located in the Revermont hills and boasts a listed church, viewpoints over the Bresse Jura, a waterfall and fountains.
The Montorient viewpoint from Saint-Laurent-la-Roche
5.86 mi
+577 ft
-571 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-la-Roche (Jura)
A family walk that allows you to discover the Montorient site by crossing the village of Geruge.
The return journey is along the ridges, where the path crosses a pasture with superb views of La Bresse.
Varessia Chapel and Ridge
4.36 mi
+666 ft
-640 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Varessia (Jura)
A lovely route along shaded, unmarked paths in the woods around Varessia. An easy route suitable for the whole family. Come and discover the chapel, the ridge and the Maison des Blaireaux de Varessia. The diverse forest of Varessia is home to magnificent flora and trees!
The Revermont ridges
8.31 mi
+1,506 ft
-1,493 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Gevingey (Jura)
A hike for those who like to climb high. Right from the start, you can enjoy the view over the Bresse plain, with a view stretching as far as the Burgundy coast.
Fountains and wash houses around Joudes
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.39 mi
+351 ft
-364 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Joudes (Saône-et-Loire)
This is an easy walk with little elevation gain, featuring fountains and six wash houses along the route. Walk on tarmac roads and dirt tracks.
Circular via Montagnat-le-Reconduit and L'Aubépin from Balanod
6.55 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,083 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Balanod (Jura)
A very pleasant walk, with some sections where caution is required. It initially runs alongside the Besançon river. (This walk is not recommended during periods of high water).
Along the route, you will discover an old spinning mill, a waterfall, two viewpoints, the ruins of the Château de l'Aubépin, a chapel and old wash houses.
The route is well shaded and can be enjoyed in summer without any problems.
The Galette Route in Bruailles
Tourist office
5.88 mi
+151 ft
-154 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Bruailles (Saône-et-Loire)
Bruailles boasts a well-preserved heritage: the bishop’s house, the vicarage, the church and the bakehouse. The bakehouse was once used by the villagers to bake their bread. Situated in the heart of the village and close to the town hall, it is brought back to life several times a year during various village events.
Two rivers wind their way through the village, flowing between floodplains and wooded countryside: the Vallière and the Solnan.
The Lavoir de Tuile circuit
5.62 mi
+909 ft
-883 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Macornay (Jura)
A pleasant hike in the hills above Lons-le-Saunier. You will pass a completely isolated wash house, climb up to the Belvédère de Montaigu, descend into the middle of the Val de Sorne golf course, and walk along paths accompanied by birdsong and the sound of flowing water. This is a well-marked and well-maintained circuit with two significant climbs.
A short climb to the heritage site on the heights of Saint-Amour
4.16 mi
+853 ft
-833 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Amour (Jura)
The Saint-Amour region offers small villages with charming traces of the past: wash houses, chapels and the L'Aubépin tower with its breathtaking views. An easy and short walk, but it involves climbing from the plain up to the crest of the first Jura hill. Mainly good stony paths.
The Prairie du Solnan to Condal Route
8.66 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Condal (Saône-et-Loire)
On the edge of the Jura and the Ain, the village of Condal as it stands today is the result of its merger with the commune of Saint-Sulpice in 1809. Although it is crossed by the A39, known as the ‘Green Motorway’, Condal has retained its landscape of green hills overlooking the River Solnan. Watermills, wash houses and Bresse-style farmhouses – whose architecture resembles that of the Ain region due to the village’s location – come into view as the paths wind their way through the countryside.
Tour du Savignard via Montorient
10.50 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,542 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lons-le-Saunier (Jura)
A superb route exploring the little-known Savignard valley and taking in the ruins of Montorient Castle, offering magnificent views over the vineyards, the Bresse region, and as far as the foothills of Burgundy.
The Aubépin and Saint-Jean viewpoints
7.76 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,168 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Nanc-lès-Saint-Amour (Jura)
This circular route takes you through several small villages around Nanc-lès-Saint-Amour and offers several beautiful panoramic views.
The Upper Vallière Valley
8.65 mi
+1,463 ft
-1,434 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Conliège (Jura)
This is a little-known hike offering magnificent views, all less than 10 km from Lons-le-Saunier
In the countryside around Terreferme
4.53 mi
+148 ft
-171 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Beaupont (Ain)
An easy walk to discover the peaceful countryside of the Bresse Bourguignonne. The route passes through farmland, a beautiful lake, meadows and woods, finally following a small river. Here and there are scattered Bresse farms, some still in operation.PR®® (yellow) signposts all along the route.
La Quinquenouille and Dramelay
5.20 mi
+974 ft
-974 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Chatonnay (Jura) (Jura)
This easy walk is best undertaken in spring or autumn if you wish to enjoy the second section, which is by far the most beautiful: waterfall and stream.Coolness guaranteed in summer, even with just a trickle of water.An Amazonian forest atmosphere before the waterfall.
Perrigny - Châtillon
14.96 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,690 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from Perrigny (Jura)
Ninth stage of the Échappée Jurassienne. This transitional stage marks the end of a region full of unexpected treasures, including salt mines, majestic forests, vineyards, charming villages and iconic remote areas, and takes you to the Pays des Lacs et des Cascades (Land of Lakes and Waterfalls). A winding balcony trail will take you to the first plateau with its pastures, farms and small villages. Overlooking the Ain valley, you will end this route in Châtillon, where you will catch a glimpse of the first foothills of the Jura.