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Belvédère de la Brire, starting from Prénovel
Visorando Member
3.86 mi
+400 ft
-440 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Prénovel (Jura)
The marked trail takes you on snowshoes through the forest, towards Les Piards, to reach the Brire viewpoint at an altitude of 950 m. You’ll be able to make out the Jura Mountains, with the rounded peak of La Dôle right in front of you marking the horizon, and you might even catch a glimpse of the summit of Mont Blanc if the tall spruce trees weren’t blocking the view. What a shame.
Discover the Nanchez peat bog
5.60 mi
+587 ft
-617 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Prénovel (Jura)
Depending on the season, this walk takes you through flower-filled meadows in summer, snow-covered fields in winter where you can see the tracks of wild animals, and the heart of light spruce forests and the taiga landscape of the peat bog.
Family walk around Lac d'Étival
2.09 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Étival (Jura)
Two pretty lakes hidden at the bottom of a very pleasant valley – that’s the setting for this walk!
A forest track takes you round the large lake, bordered by woods and meadows.
Suitable for pushchairs.
The three lakes around Étival
5.40 mi
+643 ft
-627 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Étival (Jura)
Located in the heart of the forest in a most peaceful setting, the three lakes, the "Petit", the "Grand" and the "Lac de la Fauge", are home to flora and fauna characteristic of wetlands.
A nearby trail offers a panoramic view of the lakes and the village of Étival from the lookout point.
7 Tales on a Walk: Arthur in the Clouds
1.24 mi
+217 ft
-213 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Étival (Jura)
Arthur was a dreamy little fox who was always getting lost. One day, seeing him wander off from their den, his very worried parents gave him this advice:- Arthur, if you go for a walk, take a good look at the path you take on the way there. Look at the trees, the shape of the stones and the landscape. That way, you won’t get lost and you’ll always find your way back.Let the children look for the clues and, above all, don’t get lost yourselves.
7 tales on a walk: The sneezing elves
1.12 mi
+102 ft
-89 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Les Crozets (Jura)
Set off on an adventure along the paths in the heart of the Haut-Jura Regional Nature Park, the Jura Sud region, the Land of Children.Perfect for families (even with small children without a pushchair).Some walks are games, others are treasure hunts, and some are tales to be lived out like adventures.The walk immerses children in an original story with clues to find and surprises.
Your dream of a winter adventure is within reach, in Les Crozets
3.36 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Les Crozets (Jura)
Cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in the Jura offers the chance to explore vast, pristine white landscapes. These activities provide unforgettable experiences in the heart of nature. So don’t wait any longer – if there’s snow, get your gear and gloves ready and set off to explore the snow-covered expanses of the Jura mountains.A short circular hike, easy to do on skis or snowshoes, through varied landscapes and in a wild setting.
Circular route between Abbaye-en-Grandvaux and Château-les-Prés
8.34 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,142 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Grande-Rivière (Jura)
An easy hike covering varied landscapes of pastures, forests and lakeshores, with two viewpoints offering beautiful views of the Jura plateau.
Tour of the Abbey Lake
5.97 mi
+551 ft
-541 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Grande-Rivière (Jura)
On a 9.5 km route around the lake, three separate interpretation stations allow you to discover this natural site in Grandvaux. To be done on foot, with good walking shoes or snowshoes when there is enough snow.
The Langard route starting from Soucia
7.38 mi
+564 ft
-577 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Soucia (Jura)
"If, walking in the forest, you come across the same tree twice, you are lost," says the proverb..
On this pleasant route, there's no question of getting lost, but rather of enjoying the landscape and this world apart that opens up under the green shade of its remarkable trees, sublime clearings, refreshing waterfalls, breathtaking viewpoints and mysterious caves.
The route is also suitable for trail runners.
Yellow + Trail 9 markings.
Walk in the Jura woods
4.69 mi
+794 ft
-794 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Meussia (Jura)
An easy hike for the whole family, where the vegetation changes from deciduous trees to pines, firs, Scots pines and boxwood. You can also walk along a stream, enter a cave and enjoy three waterfalls.
Pissevieille Waterfall, Grotte des Sazarins and Belvédère de la Corbière
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.08 mi
+1,686 ft
-1,677 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Claude (Jura)
A few kilometres from Saint-Claude, beautiful beech forests, a 70-metre-high waterfall, an unusual cave and the magnificent Belvédère de la Corbière viewpoint.
Pimpelards and Creux des Feuillées viewing platforms
5.21 mi
+597 ft
-584 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Hautecour (Jura)
A walk in the Jura forest with several viewpoints as highlights and views of the Frasnée valley.
A GPS or smartphone may be useful as there are no markings from (8).
Opposite the La Sourde viewpoint, there is the Echo
7.78 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,663 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ravilloles (Jura)
A route for the eyes but also for the ears.
No fewer than three viewpoints with superb views of the villages of Ravilloles and Leschères, and to top it all off, one of the most beautiful acoustic sites in the Haut-Jura, where you can discover the pleasure of listening intently during this walk.
PLEASE NOTE:The GR®9is closed to all traffic, including pedestrians, from 15 July to 15 December 2020 due to forestry work between "sur la côte" (9) and "sur le château" (1).
Around the Fyète
4.61 mi
+886 ft
-866 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Crenans (Jura)
In the Jura, the forest covers most of the region.
This forest-themed walk is a great opportunity to soak up the atmosphere.
Along the route, there are several lovely views, such as the path to the Fyète well—a geological feature typical of karst landscapes—as well as fountains, wash houses and a bread oven.
Bonlieu Lake
2.20 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Bonlieu (Jura)
A short hike between forest and lake, very peaceful and relaxing in this popular lake region.
Overhangs of the Bienne Valley – Longchaumois Plateau
15.80 mi
+3,671 ft
-3,678 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Claude (Jura)
This hike (which is somewhat demanding) aims to take in a varied route at different altitudes in the Bienne Valley to the north of Saint-Claude, as well as on the plateau overlooking it around Longchaumois. The route is mostly circular, passing close to two waterfalls and a cave.
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.
The cairn trail starting from La Chaux-du-Dombief
2.44 mi
+246 ft
-223 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from La Chaux-du-Dombief (Jura)
This magnificent route, ideal for families, overlooks Lake Ilay with a panoramic view of the entire Jura mountain range and the Alps in the background.
Marked with cairns, the route offers a fun walk full of discoveries.
Circular route from La Source to Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux
Tourist office5.39 mi
+272 ft
-269 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux (Jura)
This is a peaceful, family-friendly and easy route that takes you through the typical landscapes of Grandvaux: forests, woodlands, pastures and dirt tracks...
A walk starting from the centre of Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux.
Around Lac de l'Abbaye de Grandvaux
13.76 mi
+397 ft
-404 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux (Jura)
A journey to the heart of the water... to the heart of the history of Grandvaux. Discover the peaceful landscapes around Lac de l'Abbaye. Take plenty of breaks and uncover the secrets of the lake and its peat bogs from the image silo.This route is designed specifically for electric hybrid bikes, due to its elevation, distance and terrain.There are no markings along the route.
Grandvaux, Malvaux au fil de l'eau
27.36 mi
+2,136 ft
-2,136 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux (Jura)
This route is designed for electric hybrid bikes; you will not find any signposts along the way.Your route will take you along tarmac roads, carriageways, footpaths, forest tracks, etc. Given that you will be passing through a relatively long old railway tunnel and considering the length of the route, be sure to bring a torch or other lighting and a spare battery.
From the Abbey Lake to the Bienne Gorges
34.13 mi
+3,120 ft
-3,110 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux (Jura)
A journey to the heart of water... nourishing for people and their animals in the countryside, driving force for industry in the city. Explore the typical landscapes of the Haut-Jura: forests, valleys, pastures, gorges, lakes, peat bogs and rivers.
The Grandvaux valley from St-Laurent-en-Grandvaux
14.79 mi
+650 ft
-640 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux (Jura)
The landscape and soul of Grandvaux are revealed throughout this iconic route: forest valleys, meadows and pastures, and the church by the lake.
Pic de l'Aigle and Belvédère des Quatre Lacs
6.08 mi
+889 ft
-866 ft
3h 35
Difficult
Departure from La Chaux-du-Dombief (Jura)
From the rocky ridge that marks the transition from the lake region to the Grandvaux plateau, the Pic de l'Aigle and the Belvédère des Quatre Lacs emerge during a wooded and lakeside walk.
Pic de l’Aigle and the Lookout Points on the Lakes
3.02 mi
+653 ft
-627 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from La Chaux-du-Dombief (Jura)
Very nice and easy walk above the lakes of the Jura, Maclu and Illay.
Important note regarding parking: this site is particularly busy and has three car parks numbered P1, P2 and P3. We strongly recommend parking in car park P1, which can be accessed via this link.
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).
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 commune with nature, admire its beauty at the slow pace of walking, walk to get to know yourself better, get back to basics, push yourself: 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 are not part of the signposted routes of the Camino de Santiago) to reach Santiago de Compostela in Spain, but there’s nothing stopping you from setting off from your own home to join the route at any stage, starting from Le Puy-en-Velay or any other town along the way.
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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.
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.
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 clear views, interspersed with sections through the undergrowth and amongst boulders.
A very varied, fairly challenging hike.
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.