Multiday gravel bike trip on Grandes Traversées du Jura

Impressive waterfall about sixty meters high overlooking the hamlet of Cerveyrieu in the town of Artemare.Pots, basins, canyon and impressive waterfall make up this diverse site. The Cerveyrieu Waterfall is one of the "geological curiosities of Valromey" located along the "Séran" stream, labeled Sensitive area by the Department of Ain in 2017 along with the Gorges de Thurignin, and the canyon of Cerveyrieu , Real natural and landscape jewels of the Department of Ain. The waterfall offers a very beautiful view of the Colombier and the Alps. To admire it from above, take the D31, “sous Chassin” (between Champagne and Don). The turbulent waters of the Séran, a river classified as the first category for trout fishing, above the village of Artemare. It is forbidden to bathe in the bed of the Séran and to picnic on the banks of the Séran. Animals accepted on leash only. Please note that the flow of the Séran river varies greatly over the seasons, it happens that the waterfall can be dry during the summer.

An unspoiled site nearly half a kilometre in length, where the Séran has hewn out a succession of potholes linked by deep, narrow clefts in the rock down which roaring water cascades.This site is part of 32 sites labeled Sensitive area in the Ain department. A stone pavement forms a bridge over one deep pothole, providing access to the path to the former railway station of Vieu. The gorges are located close to the hamlet of Belmont, and are part of a hiking trail named Les gorges de Thurignin. It is forbidden to bathe in the bed of the Séran and to picnic on the banks of the Séran. Animals accepted on leash only. Please note that the flow of the Séran river varies greatly over the seasons, it happens that the gorges can be dry during the summer.

A vast Jurassic plateau with gentle landscapes which change with the seasons.

Located in Valromey sur Séran in the Bugey Sud, the Observatoire de la Lèbe is entirely dedicated to the discovery of astronomy for all.How about taking the time to observe the stars? A unique place in the Ain, the Observatoire de la Lèbe in Valromey sur Séran in the Bugey Sud offers you the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the galaxies, stars and planets through fun and exciting astronomical activities. All year round, upon reservation, the Observatoire de la Lèbe offers you : Planetarium sessions: Come aboard the planetarium for a virtual trip with striking realism. Guided by our scientific mediator, discover constellations, planets, nebulae, galaxies and other unsuspected wonders of the deep sky. The session consists of a film followed by a presentation of the sky by the presenter. A dive into the heart of the starry sky comfortably installed in a in a recliner. Duration: 1 hour. Sessions from Monday to Saturday (summer and school holidays). Other dates possible on reservation. Planetarium films: >Blind with starry eyes >Lucia, the secret of shooting stars >Voyager, the endless journey >From the earth to the universe >The sun, our living star Find the screenings on the agenda of our website. To schedule a session outside the dates already programmed, please contact us. More information by phone or on our website. Sun observations: observe the surface of the sun live in a 120 mm telescope equipped with a professional solar filter. Observation evenings for all: >Observation evenings: discover the sky with the naked eye and telescopes... >Family evenings" experience the magic of shooting stars and constellations in the planetarium and continue with an observation with instruments. >Celestial legends" evenings: learn to recognise the constellations and be lulled by their mythological tales. >Evscope" evenings The digital telescope that has revolutionised sky observation in recent years. Information, reservation by phone and on the internet: www.observatoiredelalebe.fr/soirees-dobservation/ Free access: Rediscover the path of the stars and its booklet sold at the Observatory and at the OT Bugey Sud Grand Colombier and spend a great moment in family in total autonomy. and have a great time with your family in total autonomy. Available every day of the year. Our course The bestiary of the sky focuses on the constellations and the animal figures associated with them. The Observatory also offers courses for adults and children. It is open all year round for groups (schools, leisure activities, associations, works councils, families...). Programmes Specific programmes on request.