Hiking on the foot of the Grand Colombier

Le Vaugrais campsite, located in the heart of the Grand Colombier massif, offers an idyllic setting for family vacations. Hélène and Pierre offer spacious pitches and comfortable accommodation, perfect for a relaxing break.Camping Le Vaugrais - Escape to the heart of the Grand Colombier massif Immerse yourself in the essence of the mountains at Camping Le Vaugrais, located in the heart of the Grand Colombier massif, a true wilderness paradise just a stone's throw from the breathtaking landscapes of the Bugey. Here, every stay becomes an adventure, a return to nature, for lovers of the great outdoors and hiking enthusiasts. The campsite welcomes you to a privileged setting with comfortable chalets and mobile homes, equipped with wooden terraces offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. It is the ideal place to recharge your batteries and live in harmony with nature. If you want to stay connected, Wi-Fi is available throughout the site (paid service), allowing you to share your unforgettable moments while immersed in the tranquillity of the surroundings. The real advantage of Camping Le Vaugrais is its direct access to a multitude of outdoor activities. If you are looking for thrills, activities such as canyoning are available nearby, with the option of booking directly at reception. Nature lovers can explore the hiking trails at their own pace, and cyclists can enjoy the legendary roads around the Col du Grand Colombier, an ideal playground for sporting challenges. To complete your experience, the campsite has a snack bar, perfect for enjoying quick meals or savouring a well-deserved ice cream after a day of adventure. Free bookings with local providers are also available to help you organise your activities and discover the region's hidden treasures. Just a short walk away, spectacular panoramic views await you, with sparkling lakes and charming Savoyard villages to explore. Camping Le Vaugrais is the ideal starting point for total immersion in nature and discovery of a region where sport, relaxation and a change of scenery blend harmoniously. Treat yourself to an exceptional stay at Camping Le Vaugrais, where comfort, nature and adventure come together to create unforgettable memories. For more information or to make a booking, contact the campsite reception directly. Let yourself be enchanted by the magic of the mountains.

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.

Impressive intermittent resurgence in a Sensitive Natural Space.The Groin spring is one of the geological curiosities of the Valromey, awarded the "ENS" label by the Ain department in 2016. Real natural and landscaped jewels of the Ain department, sites with the ENS "Espaces naturels sensibles" label are managed in such a way as to preserve the biodiversity they host, and developed for opening to the public (barring exceptions due to the fragility of the environments). The water that flows out of the basin comes from underground streams formed by the infiltration of rainwater from the Haut-Valromey and Plateau de Retord. Depending on the period (dry or rainy), the basin is more or less full of water, or even empty. The differences in level are impressive. In the rainy season, the siphon opens with a frightening roar, and the water flow at the siphon outlet can reach 5m3 per second. To protect this sensitive natural area, it is forbidden to swim in the groin or picnic on the site or along the banks. Pets allowed on leash only.