Discover Septmoncel, Jura, Franche-Comté: Natural and Cultural Treasures

Within the large classified site of the gorges of the Flumen, this sporty hike unravels the mysteries of the Jura’s karstic geography with each fold, waterfall, torrent and belvedere. From the REPLAN, the circuit (yellow waymarking) heads down “Chemin des Moines” (The Monks’ path) to the D 436 in MONTBRILLAND. Head up the road following along the right border and head past La Roche percée for around 20 m. A stony trail descends to the right and crosses over a few screes. At Bas des Grès, continue right until you come to the Flumen and use the walkway next to its concrete penstock to cross it. > Flumen waterfalls, 15 mins out-and-back. Head up the path to your left; Head past a dam and continue until you come to the upsurges. Surrounded by high waters, head up the stony path to your right and then turn left (copse) to reach the waterfalls. On returning from the waterfall, the path heads down the left embankment to the Electricity factory. The steep trail to your left heads through Sous la Riote and up to the ridge on a tricky ascent (700 m difference in level), before exiting onto the LA ROCHE BLANCHE BELVEDERE. A grassy trail heads due south and, following along the fence, meets up with a road. Follow the road to your left for 500 m heading to the houses in La Cernaise. Between two buildings, turn left and join up with the D 25 in CHAMPIGNON DE LA CERNAISE. A forest trail which is muddy in places heads down to your left towards Les Moulins. Head 150 m down the “route des lacets de Septmoncel”, before turning left and joining up with a lesser bend called “le virage des Savants” (the Wise men’s bend). > The viewpoint from Saut du Chien and the MOULIN D’AVAL WATERFALL can be accessed in a few minutes via the road to your left. From the “Virage des Savants”, climb the bank opposite you and cut through the bends twice, heading up to the CHAPEAU DE GENDARME. > The foot of the Chapeau de Gendarme can be accessed within 10 mins there-and-back to your right by following a trail parallel to the road. When you return, a steep trail heads through the pastures and follows along the ridge before reaching SUR LES GRES. Return to your point of departure via a path that heads down to the right through a dry grassland. 

A pretty open route through high pastures from la Vie Neuve des Molunes, a sector which is characterised by its dispersed habitat. On the corner of the stopover gite AUX MOLUNES - LA VIE NEUVE, the trail starts on the path (yellow waymarking) along the hay fields towards les Granges. Staying on this path, head past a small ridge to your left and gradually descend. The path cuts through a small forest and opens onto a meadow. Take the grassy path that is more or less marked out descending along the ridge to the right. (Note to your left a former farm with a granary). Cut through a forest and exit onto a small road. Follow this road to the left to les Granges. The road to your right will take you to the houses in Laisia. A stone path ascends to the right towards les Platières. Bordered by ashes, it quickly ascends and opens out onto the combe at the summit. Cross this combe and head back down, opposite your, through the woods, to the hamlet of Les Platières. Take the very stony path to your left into the forest (white and red waymarking). Head to an open combe and follow a trail to your left into the pasture of Les Platières (cycling path). Go past a small lodge, down into a pasture to your right (cycling path) and reach the west ridge. Follow an old, little marked, path to the left of the valley that will take you to the crossroads in Cariche. The path (two cycling paths), descends through the meadows and heads up to a beautiful farm. Heads back downhill via a stone path to your left. You will come to a road, which you will follow to return to your starting point.

This hike unfolds in the heart of the High Combes, the highest plateaux of the Jura mountain range, which were once entirely covered by forest. From LAJOUX, the trail cuts through the village towards Mijoux (white and red waymarking), heading past the front of the Maison du Parc. At Route Royale, the road ascends steeply and reaches a pasture (MTB path). The path continues pleasantly until it reaches Trécombe. Branch off to your left (yellow waymarking) on a forest path that is rocky, muddy and hilly. Exit through the pasture and descend the combe to the left on a grassy path. Continue on this path, leaving the intersection at La Pièce du Châtelain to your right and heading to Le Petit Pré (white and red waymarking). The grassy and later stony path (yellow waymarking) descends to your left, and heads past the farms in Sur la Joux before coming to “route du Massacre”. Follow the road to your left for 50 m before joining up with Route Royale and LAJOUX via the path just under the road.

This family hike designed and illustrated by the children from the Lajoux school (year 5/year 6) takes you on a discovery of the Crêt de la Vigoureuse viewpoint, through forests, wooded meadows and pastures. From LAJOUX () follow the village road towards La Fromagerie (white and red waymarking) and then Route sur les Champs.Turn right and follow the road that heads past Sous les Champs and heads uphill, bordered by a few houses and old farms (yellow waymarking). Continue on the path in the same direction bordered by low stone walls through the pastures. The path heads into a first forest (MTB crossing to your left) and exits at the Combe du Sous (MTB crossing) after a short ascent. Head past two houses on either side of the path, Chez Gauthon, and continue into the combe to head up to Sous la Vigoureuse (MTB crossing).Turn left (chicane to cross the fence) up the forest path for around 200 metres. A steeper trail to your left will take you past a fence and into a wooded meadow, before finally coming to the CRET DE LA VIGOUREUSE. From the summit, head back down via the narrow and steep trail to the Bois de la Vigoureuse. Turn left and follow the stony path through the woods, descending to the Combe du Sous and Chez Gauthon.To head back to LAJOUX, take the same path to your right.

From Lajoux, the highest village in the Jura, with the sounds of the cattle in the summer, a pleasant walk will lead you to the viewpoint on the crêt de la Vigoureuse, through forests, undergrowth and pastures. From LAJOUX, the trail cuts through the village towards Mijoux (white and red waymarking), heading past the front of the Maison du Parc. At Route Royale, the road ascends steeply and reaches a pasture (cycling path). The path continues pleasantly until it reaches Trécombe. Branch off to your left (yellow waymarking) on a forest path that is rocky, muddy and hilly. Exit through the pasture and descend the combe to the left (grassy path) for 300 m before coming to the intersection at La Pièce du Châtelain to your right. The grassy trail heads over the low wall (cycling path) before ascending (white and red waymarking) through a pasture along the edge of the forest. Take a road (cycling path) to Sermangindre (chalet). Cross a second cycling path to follow the trail parallel to the road, across several pastures until your reach La Pièce d’Aval. Head up the road to the left (yellow waymarking) for 300 m then take the “chemin de la Combe du Sous” to your left. Head past La Balise d’Amont before coming to Sous la Vigoureuse. The forest trail ascends to the right into the clearing of the CRET DE LA VIGOUREUSE. The hilly trail descends once more to your right towards Lamoura, to reach the Forest of the Vigoureuse. The stony and muddy path branches off to the left to reach the combe and the houses in Chez Gauton. The path heads right and descends back towards the village of Lajoux via Route Sur les Champs. Return to your starting point (red and white waymarking) in LAJOUX via the road to your left.

Devilishly hilly, roaming from pastures to undergrowth near Lajoux, this MTB trail offers some beautiful grassy tracks against the backdrop of the High Jura mountain range and the Crêt de Chalam, for those willing to look up. From LAJOUX, the trail cuts through the village towards MIJOUX (32 Blue MTB waymark), heading past the front of the Maison du Parc. At Route Royale, the road ascends steeply and reaches a pasture (2 MTB paths). The path continues pleasantly until it reaches Trécombe. Branch off to your left on a forest path that is rocky, muddy and hilly (MTB path). Exit through the pasture and descend the combe to the left (grassy path) for 300 m before coming to the intersection at La Pièce du Châtelain to your right. The grassy trail heads over the low wall (MTB path) before ascending through a pasture along the edge of the forest (MTB path). Take a road (MTB path) to Sermangindre (chalet). Cross a second cycling path to follow the trail parallel to the road through several pastures (MTB path) until you come to La Pièce d’Aval (MTB path). Head up the road to the left for 300 m then take the “chemin de la Combe du Sous” to your left (MTB path). Head past La Balise d’Amont before coming to Sous la Vigoureuse (MTB path), and later the houses in Chez Gauthon (MTB path). Continue on this path through a small woods (MTB path) that then joins up with the Route Sur le Champs. Return to your starting point in LAJOUX via the road to your left.

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!

Another ski domain part of Monts Jura, sitting close to the highest peaks of the Jura, view of one of the best panoramas in Europe with a view of Mont-Blanc and the Alps. The ideal site to take your first "steps".. on skis and progress and your own rhythm on safe and gentle slopes from the summit of Mont Rond (1596 m). The ski domain is situated in proximity of the Réserve Naturelle de la Haute Chaine du Jura. The regulations in place must be respected. 15 km of alpine skiing, 580 m of altitude difference and one of the most beautiful panoramas in Europe. 1000-1550 m - 15 km of slopes - 12 trails including 2 greens, 6 blues, 3 reds and 1 black - 6 lifts including 1 télécombi, 1 chairlift and 4 button toes

The Monts Jura offers the ideal altitude for hiking between 900 and 1723 m. There are marked and maintained trails waiting for you. Since Lélex, the gondola lift La Catheline brings you to the crests of the Haute Chaîne du Jura; climbing from 900m to 1450m altitude. When you get there, you are only an hour and a half walk away from the Crêt de la Neige (172 3m), the highest point in the Jura. At Lélex and Crozet, both gondolas are equipped for MTB riding in summer. Both the Catheline and the Fierney allow mountain bikers to go back up easily and quickly in order to better enjoy the descent on both sides of the mountain! Please note: electric mountain bikes are not allowed in the Catheline gondola. It enables snowshoe enthusiasts to reach the summits easily and enjoy the crests in winter. Please note: the gondola lift is close to the National Nature Reserve of the Haute Chaine du Jura where specific regulations apply. We thank you for respecting it. For further information, please consult the Nature Reserve's website.

One of the classified ski area of the Monts Jura resort, at the foothill of the Jura's highest peaks with one of the best panoramas in Europe with a stunning view of Mont Blanc and the Alps. The longest and steepest slopes (800 metres) of the entire Jura massif. Lélex-Crozet attracts all level skiers, with its numerous ski lifts, its varied slopes, its powder snow "spots" and its 140 snow-making machines. Limitless field of expression for snowboarders and freeriders. Kite-surfers can reach the peaks on the Crozet side to practise their skills. The ski area is nearby the Jura Haute Chaine National Nature Reserve. It is essential to respect the regulations in force. 900m-1680m - 20km of pistes - 7 green, 6 blue, 6 red, 2 black - 10 lifts including 2 gondolas, 1 télécombi, 1 chairlift, 5 button lift, 1 rope lift.

For a couple's getaway, it's the ideal place to relax in peace and quiet. Situated in the heart of a magnificent Jura house, these rooms benefit from a south-easterly exposure, offering sunny, serene views. Ideal for couples seeking intimacy and unique moments, they feature a private relaxation area with sauna and balneotherapy for complete relaxation. This establishment is for adults only.

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.

The telecombi is a teleport with seats and cabins. The Télécombi du Mont Rond, coming from the Col de la Faucille, allows you to access the crests of the Haute Chaîne du Jura; it lifts you from 1323m to 1543m altitude. Once there, the hiker is only 30mn walk away to reach the Grand Mont Rond (1596m), and 2h for the Colomby de Gex (1689m). 2 blue pistes for all mountain biking are marked from the top of the télécombi. In winter, it allows snowshoe enthusiasts to reach the summits with ease and to enjoy the ridges. Please respect the regulations set up by the Natural Reserve of the Jura Range.

Monts Jura offers an ideal altitude for hiking. The Fierney gondola allows you to gain easier access to the peaks of the Jura mountain range. Marked and maintained trails await you. In winter and summer, the Le Fierney gondola lift allows to access the peaks of the Haute Chaîne du Jura more easily. From the top, the hiker is only a 2h30 walk to reach the Crêt de la Neige (1723 m), the highest point in the Jura. In summer, downhill MTB can be practised thanks to the 2 gondolas, Catheline and Fierney, enabling you to get back up easily and quickly to fully enjoy the descent on both sides of the mountain! In winter, snowshoeing allows enthusiasts to reach the summits more easily and enjoy the ridges. Please note: the gondola lift is very close to the National Nature Reserve of the Haute Chaine du Jura where specific regulations are in force. We thank you for respecting it. For more information, please consult the Nature Reserve's website.

Traditional, detached farmhouse (174 sq.m.) overlooking Valserine valley below the Haut Jura mountains. Wonderful mountain views, extensive outdoor area, Peaceful and attractive setting. Ground floor: entrance in old workshop leading to large living room: kitchen opening onto dining area and fireside. Half-level up: shower room, WC, lounge area (DVD). 1st floor: 4 spacious bedrooms (160cm wide bed, cot) (2 single beds) (2 single beds) (double bed), shower room (walk-in shower), separate WC. Heating: wood and wood pellets. BBQ. Hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing on the doorstep. Fishing, cross-country et downhill skiing, climbing nearby. Only 1 dog, Snowshoe hire possible on-site.

Calcareous grasslands are home to many species of plants, the most famous of which are orchids. These flowers demonstrate their significant ability to adapt. Most are pollinated by insects, when very few even produce nectar! To ensure its pollination, the burnt-tip orchid has adapted by imitating other nectar-producing plants. Their inner petals are adorned with colourful designs that converge towards the centre of the flower and tell the insect where to land. An actual landing strip! But the insect leaves empty handed as the flower doesn’t have any nectar to give. Still, it makes the most of the insect’s visit to cover it with pollen, which it will then take to another flower.

This path - which can be steep and which is today narrow and ravined in places - was the main communication channel between Saint-Claude and Septmoncel up until 1884, when the “route des lacets” from Septmoncel through the famous Gendarme’s hat was built.

The common raven is the largest passerine bird in Europe. It is well-known as an inhabitant of the Tower of London where their disappearance would mean misfortune. In the Jura, this bird can mainly be found on the cliffs, near the peregrine falcons.  Its call can be heard from as early as February.

This viewpoint overlooks the landscapes in the classified site of the Gorges of the Flumen. From the summit, you may see a peregrine falcon or a golden eagle flying graciously overhead. The golden eagle builds one or several nests in steep areas, on the side of a cliff or in a tree on a steep slope. At the end of the winter, it may put on impressive shows in the air. In the summer, it is more often seen tirelessly scouring for food.

This bird from the swallow family nests in the cliffs, sheltered from the overhangs. But in the Flumen valley, some couples live in the tunnel of the “route des lacets”, also called “Roche percée” (the drilled rock). Near Morez, the crag martin has even used the famous archways of the viaducts as a home.

This is a small atypical fold in the Jura’s pleated structure. Its very tight anticline shape is the result of the cramming of a series of superficial limestone layers together, dating back to the Cretaceous period, and caused by the overlapping of the Molunes anticline and the Septmoncel syncline. The marl banks between the layers of limestone facilitated the spectacular detachment and folding to which it owes its reputation and name. Lastly, this disharmonic fold has been shaped by the same erosion that has slowly created the Flumen wind gap over the last few millions of years.

The Flumen - which means “river” in latin - is actually nothing like a river. With its impetuous torrent, which can be quite impressive during periods of heavy rainfall, it is fed by the runoff water from the Lamoura lake and the Hautes-Combes. The Flumen waterfalls spurt out into a dark and wild cirque.

During the 19th century, valleys were transformed into real “industrial boulevards” in which modest workshops and major factories can be found and where several types of production either cohabited or succeeded one another. Fulling mills, grain mills, sawmills, wood turning factories, diamond factories, etc.: several hamlets underwent industrial growth and changes in names, sometimes resulting from the rapid change in rural differences. Thus, the hamlet “la Patinerie”, in the municipality of Villard-Saint-Sauveur, became “Montbrillant” in 1885 to reflect the new diamond industry that had developed in the High-Jura.

Notice the two small depressions in the middle of the field to your right. These circular depressions, which are usually larger than they are deep, are sinkholes. They expose the karstic soil below due to a dissolution of the rock underneath. They are created by fractures in the limestone, which become larger due to dissolution and drainage. They are often found in places where limestone has fallen victim to significant cracking, along fault lines and anticline summits, as is the case here.

The view from this belvedere, which can be seen from Sur les Grès, overlooks the Flumen wind gap, cut into the Sur les Grès anticline. By digging deep gorges at the same time folding occurs, over tens of millions of years, the river has created a perfect cut into the many geological layers that are well visible on the Sur les Grès anticline upfold and shows the very core of the Jura’s folds.

Want to spend a simple and friendly time? It is in Georennes that you must go. His Bistrot will welcome you around a homemade pizza or a board of local products to share; all in a mountain setting. Sale of pizzas to take away every day depending on the menu. Reservation by phone.

With the colors of early market produce and local products, Muriel creates new seasonal dishes featuring Bresse poultry, frogs, crayfish... and a host of desserts. Moments of gourmet bliss!

A former cheese farm has been divided into two sections: one is a shop to discover and buy the cheeses and meats on offer, and the other is a restaurant to taste the regional specialities. The Fromagerie is open for breakfast, lunch or dinner, offering hearty meals with a traditional added touch of the Savoyarde region. Come and visit the shop and buy some local products to make a picnic or to taste and share with friends and family when you go back home. (Cheese, deli meats, bread, pastries, groceries, local newspapers)

The Bouchon Lyonnais on the outskirts of Geneva. The staff at the Café du Rhône will welcome you every weekday lunchtime. Gégé and Guillaume work hand-in-hand with Jean-Marc who is the inspiration and chef of this well-established local restaurant. After 20 years of service in the city of Lyon, Jean-Marc has gone back to the Rhône to concoct his local specialities for you: Lyon salad bowl Warm lamb tongue with an invigorating sauce Andouillette Homemade pike quenelles with crayfish sauce Tête de veau (Head of veal) Liver gâteau and many other local specialities to discover such as The tablier de sapeur Tripe stew Gourmet cuisine with a touch of the brasserie atmosphere. The Café de Rhône has a summer terrace area in the sunny courtyard. There is another room upstairs for up to 60 people.

Discover an unusual, intimate and cocooning place: the Finnish kota. The ideal place for a birthday party, an evening with friends or family. Kota Grill Menu - Kir Aperitif - Mixed salad - Assortment of grilled meats: Duck Breast, Marinated Chicken Fillet, Beef and Sauces - Potatoes in field dress with chive cream OR Grill assortment: Marinated Chicken Fillet, Beef, Salmon and Shrimps with Sauces - Field-dressed potatoes with chive cream - Choice of dessert: Entremet au Chocolat Maison or Tarte aux Pommes Maison (same dessert and same menu for all guests) - 1 coffee or 1 herbal tea - 1 bottle of Côtes du Rhône Rouge or Gamay du Bugey Rouge or Rosé for 4 (to be chosen in advance) - Sparkling and still mineral water (1 of each for 4 people)

Offers a regional and creative cuisine including: fondues, perch fillets, tartiflette, frog legs... Dinners or parties can also be organised. Regional and creative cuisine: Filets de perches, fondues, frogs' legs, malakoffs. Organization of parties and banquets.

Villa Cécile's restaurant focuses on local, seasonal produce, a guarantee of quality and freshness. Chef Yann Le Fevre offers tasty, creative cuisine in an idyllic setting. A house of character on the shores of Lake Geneva, Villa Cécile boasts a privileged location, an idyllic setting and distinguished cuisine to be enjoyed during a gourmet stopover, a stay, or even on the occasion of a stopover evening, a business meal, a seminar or a reception.

Every day, our team cooks delicious home-cooked meals, mixing the "must-have" dishes that always please (burgers, tartars...) with traditional French recipes and regional specialties they know the secret of. Our aim is to offer a seasonal cuisine which is both traditional and modern. We favour local producers who are passionate about their produces. Wines are selected using the prestigious Bettane + Desseauve wine guide and the members of the Mercure Wine Club. We also offer regional wines. To make it easier to taste them, we offer several different glass sizes. It couldn’t be more simple, just choose your wine and the quantity you would like!

A warm, authentic guest house ! It is located in the heart of the Valserine valley and the Jura mountains. The rooms are tastefully decorated in a modern, mountain style. Orlane, your host, prepares delicious meals with local flavors and seasonal produce for dinner, upon reservation. Ideally located for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and fishing.

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!

A large-capacity gîte where families, friends, colleagues or associations can get together for a weekend or a week in a warm, quiet and pleasant setting. Our guests have access to 18 large rooms, including 6 with balconies, all of which overlook the mountains and forests of the Jura massif. The Gîte offers a range of different formulas, from self-catering rentals with private use of the gîte, to rooms offered on an overnight basis with breakfast and table d'hôte in the evening. The vast reception room on the first floor is the perfect place to gather for meals, play billiards or table soccer, or enjoy a drink at the bar or in the lounge in front of the fireplace. The fully-equipped professional kitchen offers a wealth of possibilities for preparing unforgettable dining experiences, which continue on the large terrace with its Barnum set up from spring to autumn, where BBQs and aperitifs are a regular feature during the summer months. Our sauna is much appreciated by our sporty guests who want to enjoy a moment of comfort after physical exertion, or who simply want to relax.

For a couple's getaway, it's the ideal place to relax in peace and quiet. Situated in the heart of a magnificent Jura house, these rooms benefit from a south-easterly exposure, offering sunny, serene views. Ideal for couples seeking intimacy and unique moments, they feature a private relaxation area with sauna and balneotherapy for complete relaxation. This establishment is for adults only.

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.

In the heart of the Haute chaîne du Jura, the La Loge refuge welcomes you to an exceptional site! A summer and winter guarded mountain hut at 1436 m altitude, situated on the GR9 and close to the Lélex-Crozet ski area, enjoy an overnight stay, a break or a tasty meal during your getaway to the Crêt de la Neige, hosted by Cathy & Franck. Not far from the Haute Chaîne du Jura Nature Reserve, please respect its regulations.

Traditional, detached farmhouse (174 sq.m.) overlooking Valserine valley below the Haut Jura mountains. Wonderful mountain views, extensive outdoor area, Peaceful and attractive setting. Ground floor: entrance in old workshop leading to large living room: kitchen opening onto dining area and fireside. Half-level up: shower room, WC, lounge area (DVD). 1st floor: 4 spacious bedrooms (160cm wide bed, cot) (2 single beds) (2 single beds) (double bed), shower room (walk-in shower), separate WC. Heating: wood and wood pellets. BBQ. Hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing on the doorstep. Fishing, cross-country et downhill skiing, climbing nearby. Only 1 dog, Snowshoe hire possible on-site.

29/09/2019 > 25/04/2020 Located near Lake Geneva and Switzerland, in the foothills of the Jura mountains facing the Alps, Divonne is an authentic destination for winter holiday escapes, skiing, and hiking… 25/04/2020 > 27/09/2020 Camp at a magnificent wooded site lying between the Jura and Mont Blanc mountains and Lake Geneva. Welcome to the Pays de Gex, at the border of Swiss Romandie. Enjoy the thermal baths at Divonne and the campsite’s swimming pool.