Natura 2000 : Col d'Ornon
The Col d'Ornon valley bears witness to the geological history of the Alps. Le Col d'Ornon (1371 m) lies at the head of this former glacial valley, where...Read more
Lakes Rif Bruyant
Rif Bruyant has two great mountain lakes in the middle of an amazing cirque.Located in the mountains of Armet, at the bottom of Coiro, lakes Rif...Read more
Panorama of The Pic Blanc
Come and admire the exceptional panoramic view from the Pic Blanc over 1/5th of France, as well as the view from Dôme de la Lauze, over les 2 Alpes sur...Read more
Astronomy observatory
An observatory run by Amplepuis' CAOS astronomy club. In monthly observation sessions, you can explore the sky thanks to their 400 mm Newton telescope.
Sétives's Waterfall
Very nice waterfalls and landscape, at the gate of the Vanoise national Park.Located in the valley of Peisey (south face sector), these waterfalls...Read more
Gorge of Ay
After having crossed the River Ay at Rô Bridge, the road winds up to the ruins of Oriol Tower, which is all that is left of an important mediaeval castle...Read more
The Cascade du Rouget
Also known as "The Queen of the Alps", is Sixt's best-known waterfall. The torrent surges dramatically in two huge steps, falling for over 80 metres.
"Maison de Soeurs" cultural centre
The exhibition room of the "Maison des Soeurs" in La Chapelle d'Abondance offers exhibitions related to local heritage. At this moment: "Sauvage", photo...Read more
The rocks of the Jardonnet
The wildest site of the Valley of Ain. If you walk along the river, you will admire the impressive cliffs of Jarbonnet. An atmosphere of end of the world,...Read more