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Hérisson waterfall loop from Menetrux-en-Joux
Magnificent waterfalls, among the most impressive in the Jura, whose reputation is well established. This walk leads to the foot of the torrent, which you follow to the summit, near the waterfalls and caves. It forms a loop, returning alongside the ridges, in the shade of a lush forest.
The Hérisson waterfalls in a loop

The Hérisson has a lot to offer! Its 7 waterfalls with 31 jumps: starter or dessert, depending on where you choose to start! A day to feast your eyes, literally and figuratively!
Les cascades du Hérisson / The Hérisson (Hedgehog) Waterfalls

The walk descends the Hérisson ('hedgehog') River with its series of rapids and waterfalls, then returns via Bonlieu, passing through the Dame Blanche viewpoint, with a panoramic view over lakes Val and Chambly and the Herisson valley.
Hérisson waterfall and Bonlieu lake

This magnificent hike will take you along the Cascades du Hérisson waterfalls and around Lac de Bonlieu.
Don't forget your camera, as there are some magnificent views.
Please note that from the point (4), the trail is temporarily closed due to a landslide.
The Pic de l'Aigle

The Pic de l'Aigle dominates the valley of the 4 lakes, offering magnificent views of the entire Jura plateau, the Vallée du Hérisson, Grandvaux and even Mont Blanc on a clear day. Starting from Lac d'Ilay, you will climb up to this splendid line of ledges and its viewpoints over these turquoise lakes.
Pic de l’Aigle and the Lookout Points on the Lakes

Very nice and easy walk above the lakes of the Jura, Maclu and Illay.
A hike around the four lakes

A hike to do preferentially during fall to admire the beautiful colors of the Indian summer reflecting off the lakes.
Walk around Lake Chalain

A pleasant walk to do in a day. The trail runs either along the lake, overlooking it or along the edge of the rocks, with numerous viewpoints.
The Pertes de l’Ain gorges

Pleasure in cascades.
This extraordinary walk around the Pertes de l’Ain gorges sets out from the remarkable site of the old forges and is a delight for all the senses.
Along the way: The Pertes de l’Ain, gorges, cascades, the ruins of Villain castle, and the relics of an old village.
The Cirque de Baume-les-Messieurs

Discover one of the most beautiful natural sites and one of the prettiest villages in the Franche-Comté.
Baume-les-Messieurs caves via the viewpoints

Discover the Baume-les-Messieurs valley, a family hike offering beautiful views from the viewpoints along the route, culminating in a visit to the Baume caves. Also worth seeing is the Tuffes waterfall.
The source of the Saine

A trail starting out from Foncine le Haut that will take you to the source of the Saine and various viewpoints. A themed trail and a botanical trail...
Source of the Ain

A splendid hike between the plateau and the steep-sided valley of the Ain. This circuit offers an opportunity to discover the upper Ain valley and its unique geology, with its Vaucluse spring, waterfalls (Le Moulinet, Saut des Maillys, Moulin-du-Saut) and ruined mills, evidence of how humans once harnessed the power of water. In fact, an EDF hydroelectric plant has replaced the old Moulin-du-Saut.
Château-Chalon

Hike around Château-Chalon
La Dôle from Les Dappes

Without doubt, the shortest path up to the summit of La Dôle (1677m altitude) from the French side of the border. In good weather, the views are breathtaking and go on for over 250km: from the Swiss Alps to Mont Blanc and on to the Vanoise and the Ecrins, all of this with plunging views down over Geneva and its lake.
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