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Nurieux-Volognat walks
Circular Vers walk
Visorando Member
5.89 mi
+794 ft
-774 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Nurieux-Volognat (Ain)
A short circular walk with little elevation gain, passing through three villages that have preserved their heritage: a wash house, a communal oven and a workshop for shoeing oxen. At the end of the walk, there is a lovely view of Lake Nantua and Mont Blanc.
Napt - The Félicien Trail
3.19 mi
+548 ft
-518 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Sonthonnax-la-Montagne (Ain)
A lovely educational trail for families with two viewpoints overlooking the Ain valley.
Circular Mont Balvay via Solomiat, Vers and Napt
7.57 mi
+1,778 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bolozon (Ain)
A variation on the classic Mont Balvay hike, with a detour via Vers. This route offers a different perspective with a route across the plateau from Vers. The climb up to Vers through the woods is pleasant, well marked and picturesque. The descent to Napt is also very enjoyable.
Overhangs of the Ain Gorges: Bolozon - Balvay - Solomiat - Napt
7.81 mi
+1,854 ft
-1,837 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bolozon (Ain)
This is a circular route from Bolozon, passing through pretty villages (Balvay, Solomiat and Napt) and overlooking the Gorges de l'Ain.
This is a "classic" route (often suggested in the opposite direction) that does not present any major difficulties.
Around Oignin
7.34 mi
+453 ft
-476 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Izernore (Ain)
The route follows the course of the Oignin river on the edge of the Gorges de l'Enfer, then goes around the Lac de l'Oignin, all with some pretty nice scenery!
The Gorges du Val d’Enfer
1.90 mi
+180 ft
-207 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Izernore (Ain)
A short family walk that will take you past several points of interest along the River Oignin. The route passes through or runs alongside electricity-generating facilities managed by EDF. It forms part of the Tour de l’Oignin walking trail.
The Pisse-Vache Waterfall
1.30 mi
+420 ft
-400 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Matafelon-Granges (Ain)
Starting from the village of Bonbois, this is a refreshing walk through the forest, ideal for families. It leads to a waterfall with a rather odd name. Although… it actually suits it quite well, when you think about it. What makes it special is that you walk right underneath it – something to amuse young and old alike.
Reculée and Corveissiat Cave
1.80 mi
+384 ft
-381 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Matafelon-Granges (Ain)
This valley is one of the most remarkable sites in the Revermont region, with its imposing cliffs offering a magnificent panorama of the Ain Gorges and its cave, whose entrance is 30 metres high. A short route ideal for families.
The reculée and the Roche de Châtillon
5.09 mi
+820 ft
-807 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Matafelon-Granges (Ain)
A magnificent hike with panoramic views of the Ain and the Jura plateaus, caves and waterfalls.
Petit tour de Granges à Heyriat
4.99 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,099 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Matafelon-Granges (Ain)
Je vous propose un petit parcours permettant de rejoindre Heyriat à partir de Granges situé pas très loin des bords de l'Ain.
Viewpoint over the Ain plain at the Pisse Vache Waterfall from Granges
13.03 mi
+2,067 ft
-2,080 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Matafelon-Granges (Ain)
This easy route takes you to the small Grottes de l'Ours, before heading to its impressive viewpoint over the Ain plain, perched on the edge of a cliff 400 m above the River Ain. The route then continues through stunning forests and villages to the Pisse Vache Waterfall, which you can admire from upstream, downstream, from the front and from behind. The return to Granges follows the banks of the Ain.
From Granges to Heyriat, Pisse-Vache waterfall and Bonbois
7.63 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,325 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Matafelon-Granges (Ain)
An alternative route from Granges to Heyriat, descending to Bonbois. This path is in better condition than the descent near the chapel. This route takes a short detour to the Pisse-Vache waterfall, which is featured in guidebooks. It is interesting during rainy periods but only a trickle of water when the previous weeks have been dry. Return via the village of Bonbois and along the River Ain.
Walk around Sonthonnax-la-Montagne
5.99 mi
+869 ft
-873 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Matafelon-Granges (Ain)
Between the valleys of the Ain and the Oignin, I invite you to walk in the footsteps of the Resistance fighters on an easy route, taking you first to the Chougeat plateau and then to that of Sonthonnax-la-Montagne.
From Corveissiat to the Chartreuse de Sélignac in a circular route
11.42 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,719 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Corveissiat (Ain)
Starting from Corveissiat, a circular route takes you to the Chartreuse de Sélignac, passing by some beautiful viewpoints along the way.
Saint-Maurice d’Échazeaux Chapel and the ruins of Montdidier
9.17 mi
+1,014 ft
-1,017 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Corveissiat (Ain)
A walk with beautiful views that takes us through a few small hamlets and woodland; you can see the chapel, which is currently being renovated, and find information about it.
The route is marked with yellow signposts.