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Pratz walks
From the Lizon Tram Viaduct to the Pas de L’Âne
Visorando Member
7.76 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,027 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude (Jura)
From the Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude fitness trail, you’ll reach the lower section of the Lizon Gorges by crossing the tram viaduct.
Walking alongside the Bienne, you’ll find yourself in the heart of a magnificent natural setting as you make your way to the Pas de l’Âne and the Roche Lezan.
This is also a lovely route for trail running enthusiasts.
The remote valleys of the Enragé
5.26 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,309 ft
3h 35
Difficult
Departure from Pratz (Jura)
On this fairly challenging route, you’ll enjoy panoramic views and sounds of the Bienne valley.
A fairly challenging route, but the scenery is well worth the effort.
From the Grotte de l’Enragé to the Plateau de la Roche Lezan
4.22 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,122 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Chassal (Jura)
From Molinges, I suggest you take a relatively short route to reach the Plateau de la Roche Lezan and its beautiful meadows. Along the way, the path runs alongside the Grotte de l’Enragé and its waterfalls: depending on the season, the flow may sometimes be non-existent. Please note that there are a few steep slopes in certain sections.
Ferme du Crime - Lake Antre
5.59 mi
+804 ft
-781 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Pratz (Jura)
Walk in the forest with a view of Lake Antre and the Jura Mountains
The Scia viewpoint
8.25 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,099 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Pratz (Jura)
Set off to explore the Scia viewpoint.At an altitude of 800 metres, this remarkable natural site offers views across the entire Lizon Plateau near the Annuelle Forest (GR®® trail). It features an orientation table and picnic facilities.Then head to another natural site: Lac d’Antre.
Grand Châtel – Saint-Romain de Roche circular loop
8.28 mi
+2,224 ft
-2,198 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
The proposed route, starting from Grand Châtel, aims to reach Saint-Romain de Roche via very little-used, unmarked paths and to traverse the plateau overlooking the Bienne valley.
Part of the route involves a steep climb (somewhat challenging). As a result, it has been classified as difficult. Please ensure you are wearing suitable footwear and have hiking poles.
The section on the plateau is fairly easy and offers some lovely views.
7 Tales on a Walk: The Tender-Hearted Witch
1.66 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Vaux-lès-Saint-Claude (Jura)
Welcome to the fantasy world of the Southern Jura.
On this “7 Tales on a Walk” trail, enjoy this short storytelling walk with your family and immerse yourselves in the story of the Tender-Hearted Witch.
The starting point is marked by an entrance gate (in the shape of a giant book), on which is written the type of object you’ll need to look for and follow throughout the walk.
Step through this gate to enter a world steeped in mystery.
Saint-Romain-de-Roche via Vaux-Lès-Saint-Claude
4.07 mi
+1,358 ft
-1,348 ft
3h 05
Difficult
Departure from Vaux-lès-Saint-Claude (Jura)
The route suggested, starting from Vaux-Lès-Saint-Claude, leads to Saint-Romain-de-Roche and its plateau.
It is a relatively short walk but involves a strenuous climb (somewhat challenging). As a result, it has been classified as difficult; the section on the plateau itself is fairly easy.
The Nerbier Cave and the Griottier Waterfall
8.58 mi
+1,719 ft
-1,699 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Vaux-lès-Saint-Claude (Jura)
This route takes you to the Nerbier Cave where, in 1899, five workers were trapped by a sudden flood. A statue of the Virgin Mary commemorates the successful outcome of their rescue. You then continue on to the Griottier waterfall, nestled at the back of a wooded area. The return route takes you via the Saint-Romain Chapel, followed by a difficult descent back to the starting point.
Circular route around Ponthoux starting from Lison
10.23 mi
+2,507 ft
-2,493 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude (Jura)
This long route, starting from Le Lison and best undertaken in good weather, will take you all the way to Avignon-les-Saint-Claude, walking over the "Tête du Gaulois" which overlooks the Plan d'Acier industrial estate.On the way back, you can admire the Lison hillsides from the Ponthoux viewpoint and cool off in the Lison Gorges.
Circular walk from the Chancia viewpoint via Vouglans, Nezan and Jeurre
27.49 mi
+3,058 ft
-3,081 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
Set against a dreamlike backdrop, between Lakes Vouglans and Coiselet, lies the climb to the Chancia viewpoint.This challenging route, exceptional for its elevation gain and technical trails, will take you along Lake Vouglans and above Lake Coiselet.Feel free to catch your breath at the viewpoint, which offers a magnificent view over the Ain Valley, before tackling the climbs.
Circular route starting from Villards-d’Héria via Coyron, Meussia and Les Crozets
30.37 mi
+1,929 ft
-1,932 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
A fairly challenging circular route featuring tarmac (but on quiet roads), varied forest trails and a few slightly technical sections.
Tour of the Bienne Valley
20.03 mi
+2,251 ft
-2,277 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
Starting from Villards d’Héria, this mountain bike route descends to Lizon via Saint-Romain, then follows the River Bienne for a good dozen kilometres, before finishing with the climb up the famous Côte de Jeurre.
Lake Antre viewpoint
5.95 mi
+1,608 ft
-1,624 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
An easy hike around Villards-d'Héria with superb views of Lake Antre, the town of Moirans-en-Montagne and Lake Vouglans.Please note that access is currently prohibited: following a landslide, access to the Lac d'Antre viewpoint is prohibited until further notice. From point (2), go directly to point (4).
Please note: there has been a forest fire between points (4) and (7) since 17/08/2025 at 7 p.m. Do not attempt this route
Viewpoint at Chatillon
7.55 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,322 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
This woodland route will take you through the woods of Chatillon to discover a little-known viewpoint over the Bienne valley and, in fine weather, a view of the Mont Jura. A fairly undulating walk along lovely woodland paths, returning via Lac d’Antre. A lovely route for trail running or mountain biking.
From Jeurre to Saint-Romain de Roche (circular)
9.40 mi
+1,811 ft
-1,821 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Jeurre (Jura)
Starting from the village of Jeurre, I suggest a hike that partly follows a circular route to reach Saint-Romain-de-Roche.After a short detour to the Grotte de Nerbier, the route follows the course of the Bienne from a distance, then climbs slightly onto the plateau between Petit Châtel and Saint-Romain-de-Roche via a few winding paths.
Lac d'Antre, its disappearance and the resurgence of the Héria
5.34 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,089 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
Around Lac d'Antre, its sinkhole and the resurgence of the Héria, one of the most important sanctuaries in Gaul was established between the 1st and 3rd centuries AD.
It is through the cult of water that I invite you to discover the ancient city of Antre, its Gallo-Roman remains, its resurgences and its cliff perched 962 m above the lake,
Please note: due to bad weather and tree-felling work around Lake Antre, access around the lake and to the Belvédère is prohibited. When facing Lake Antre, you must head for points (3) and (6) and avoid points (1), (2), (4) and (5).
Villards-d’Héria – Rogna circular loop
28.46 mi
+3,698 ft
-3,694 ft
4 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
This challenging route, exceptional for its elevation gain, its long, gruelling climbs and its technical descents, will take you to two of the highest points in the Jura Mountains, separated by the Bienne Valley.
Northern part of Lake Vouglans
35.76 mi
+3,159 ft
-3,150 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
How beautiful France is if you take the time to look...On this route around the northern part of Lake Vouglans, with short, fairly steep climbs and descents as well as long, gentle climbs through the forest, you’ll have the chance to appreciate just how beautiful France is, thanks to the stunning Jura landscapes surrounding Lake Vouglans.This route is quite demanding physically but not overly technical. If you can, do this route on an e-MTB.
Tour of the Six Lakes starting from the Villards-d’Héria Viaduct
40.56 mi
+3,566 ft
-3,596 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
This route will take you from lake to lake: Lake Vouglans, Lake Clairvaux, Lake Étival, Lake Ravilloles, Lake Cuttura and, finally, Lake Antre.There are no fewer than six lakes to discover on this route, with some fairly steep short climbs and descents, as well as long descents and climbs through the forest, where you’ll have the chance to appreciate the beauty of the Jura Mountains.Make the most of the setting for a picnic and a swim!
Circular autumn loop starting from Villards d'Héria
21.13 mi
+1,795 ft
-1,811 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
It’s a strange sight: this empty harbour, almost dry, with its stranded jetties and exposed tree roots. The low water level of Lake Vouglans means you can walk with dry feet or cycle along the banks through a somewhat lunar landscape, where the water usually lies.This mountain bike route, best enjoyed in October, will reveal a different side to Lake Vouglans, its harbour and its surroundings, adorned in their most beautiful autumn colours.
Circular route of the 4 viewpoints in Moirans-en-Montagne
7.79 mi
+1,283 ft
-1,296 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
A route through the hills, with stunning views of the surroundings of Moirans-en-Montagne.Sections across the Jura mountains, with unobstructed views, interspersed with sections through the undergrowth and amongst boulders.A very varied, fairly challenging walk.
The Way of St James from Villards d’Héria to Santiago de Compostela
1,231.39 mi
+106,063 ft
-107,326 ft
84 days
Very difficult
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
Do you want to connect with nature, admire its beauty at the slow pace of walking, walk to get to know yourself better, get back to basics, and push yourself to new limits? Set off on an adventure along the Camino de Santiago. That’s what I’m offering you with this route. I set off from my village in the Jura (the first six stages aren’t part of the signposted routes of the Camino de Santiago) to reach Santiago de Compostela in Spain, but there’s nothing to stop you setting off from your own home to join the route at one of the stages, or starting from Le Puy-en-Velay or any other town along the way..
Villards-d'Héria - Pic d'Oliferne
14.58 mi
+2,438 ft
-1,972 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Villards-d'Héria (Jura)
First stage of the Way of St James. This first stage, starting from Villards-d'Héria, takes you up to higher ground with a superb view of Lake Coiselet and, ultimately, a peak and a castle that are well worth the detour. Indeed, the Pic d’Oliferne towers over the Ain Valley by almost 500 metres and offers a beautiful view, particularly of the Haute-Chaîne du Jura.
La Refrèche
7.60 mi
+1,043 ft
-1,033 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Moirans-en-Montagne (Jura)
Hiking is often the best way to discover places – places that are all too often overlooked or simply underestimated. This new hike is proof of that, taking us to spots frequented by lovers of the great outdoors.You can admire Lake Vouglans from the viewing points, swim in its wild coves, explore a cave or simply discover the incredible biodiversity and birdlife of its vast forest.
Savoir-faire Trail
1.70 mi
+141 ft
-154 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Ravilloles (Jura)
The Sentier des savoir-faire is a walk where you use your hands! Stroll along with your nose in the air and your mind alert on this unusual trail. You’ll uncover the mysteries of the Jura artisans’ skills and gain a deeper appreciation of the values associated with them.