Itinerant hiking : From Crêts to Combes

With an area of 10 909 ha spread over 18 towns, the High Jura Nature National Reserve is among the largest in France. It shelters a wealthy heritage, to be discovered and protected.It stretches from the Franco-Swiss border in the north to the Rhône gap in the south, it is 580m to 1720m high, at the “Crêt de la Neige”. It hosts a wide biodiversity of flora, fauna, geology, landscape, architecture, ... By respecting the rules, you allow the protection of the natural environments and their hosts.

The Colomby is one of the peaks in Haut-Jura. It is 1689 meters high, and it overlooks Geneva and the pays de Gex.Colomby de Gex is located within the Hautes-Chalets du Jura National Nature Reserve. It is important to comply with current regulations.

Discover the Gîte d'étape de la Michaille, a friendly haven nestled in the heart of an unspoilt landscape.Ideally located for hikers and travelers alike, this cozy refuge offers comfort and tranquility all year round. With welcoming bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen to prepare your meals and communal areas to relax in, the gîte is perfect for an invigorating stopover. Enjoy a stopover where hospitality rhymes with authenticity, in an unspoilt natural setting conducive to relaxation and discovery. In the evening, Orlane's table d'hôtes is at your disposal. Comfortably installed in this old farmhouse built in the 17th century and renovated since 2006, the Gîte d'étape de la Michaille is the ideal starting point for exploring the hiking trails of the Jura massif. Accessible on foot from the Gîte, these trails offer exceptional panoramic views of the Alps and Lake Geneva. Whether you're a novice or a long-distance hiker, the region's varied trails invite you to discover the natural beauty and rich history of Mijoux and the surrounding area.

In the heart of the Monts Jura with a host of facilities to make your stay as enjoyable as possible!Résidence Les Berlicants offers modern, comfortable, fully-equipped apartments for two to eleven people. In the center of the village of Mijoux, in the immediate vicinity, you'll find hiking trails through forests and alpine pastures, downhill and cross-country ski slopes in winter, and thrilling activities on the Faucille site such as the giant zip line, tobogganing on rails and much more. In the center of Mijoux, an authentic Jura village on the border of the Ain and Jura departments, the Lélex and Les Rousses resorts are within easy reach, offering a wide range of activities!

Approved by Jeunesse et Sports, Educ. Nationale, DDAS, affiliated with Ligue de l'enseignement. The center offers courses and activities according to the season: discovery class, snow class, multi-activities.The residence offers free rental of all or part of the premises, which include a professional kitchen, 2 catering rooms, an 80 m2 multi-purpose room, and four adaptable classrooms/activity rooms for educational stays in line with the teacher's/educator's/coach's pedagogical project. The vacation center combines four buildings, linked by corridors that allow you to move around without leaving the building. The accommodation comprises 90 places divided into 29 rooms (2 to 6 places) with shared sanitary facilities, including 2 PMR-accessible rooms with private sanitary facilities. The rooms are close to sanitary facilities equipped with washbasins and individual showers. The ESF can accompany you on mid-mountain hikes, ski tours, bike rides and snowshoe treks. The residence also caters for individuals, with overnight stays for hikers in the Dombes building.

Valérie and Marie-Flore warmly welcome you to their friendly gîte, ideal for a pleasant, relaxed stay.Stay in a 19th century building, located in a ski resort and at the heart of the Jura mountain range, offering a wide range of outdoor activities in summer and winter. Whether for one night or a longer stay, alone or with friends, you'll enjoy an exceptional natural setting. Every evening, Valérie proposes a menu based on local produce and specialities from elsewhere, with starter, main course and dessert, booked before 12 noon.