Snowshoeing itineraries

Once you’ve taken off your skis, you’ll be amazed by another facet of the Monts Jura. On foot or with snowshoes, the mountains reveal all their tranquillity and enchanting landscapes.

Whether you prefer to walk along the ridges or through the snow-covered forests, you’ll find signposted routes to suit all levels, from beginner to experienced hiker.

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  • Snowshoe trail: from Bergers to Crêt de la Neige

    Level moyen

    • From Monthoiseau, ©jthevenard
    • From Col de Crozet, ©gaetanleveltourinier
    • From Monthoiseau, ©jthevenard
    • From Monthoiseau, ©AMbarbe
    • The ridges of the Haute Chaine du Jura, ©Annelegrand

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  • Snow track to Les Montronds

    Level moyen

    • At the top of the Gelinottes ski lift, ©AMbarbe
    • At the summit of Petit Mont Rond, ©AMbarbe
    • From the Crozat mountain pasture, ©AMbarbe
    • View from Petit Mont Rond, ©AMbarbe

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  • Snowshoe trail from Faucille to Turet

    Level easy

    • Turet lookout, ©Nicodème Peillon / Pays de Gex Agglo
    • Turet lookout, ©Nicodème Peillon/ Pays de Gex Agglo
    • The view from the belvedere, ©AMbarbe
    • The view from the belvedere, ©AMbarbe
    • The path with markers, ©AMbarbe

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  • Multi-activity trail: the Nicode

    Level easy

    • Multi-activity trail: the Nicode_Mijoux, ©Gaetan Level Touriner
    • Beautiful track, ©AMbarbe
    • Beautiful track, ©AMbarbe
    • The Nicode trail, ©jthevenard
    • The Nicode trail, ©jthevenard

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  • Snowshoe trail: the Golf loop

    Level easy

    • Spruce forest, © Gaétan Level Tournier
    • Saint Christopher's Church, © Gaétan Level Tournier
    • Snowshoe trail, © Gaétan Level Tournier
    • Snowshoe trail, © Gaétan Level Tournier

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  • Snowshoe trail from Lélex to Crêt de la Neige

    • Snowshoe trail from Lélex to Crêt de la Neige_Lélex, ©Anne-Marie Barbe
    • On the Crests, © AMBarbe
    • On the way to Crêt de la Neige, ©Annelegrand
    • Sous le Crêt, © AMBarbe
    • RNN Regulations, ©Canva

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  • Snowshoe trail : Truchet lookout

    Level moyen

    • Truchet lookout, ©jthevenard
    • The lovely view from Truchet, ©AMbarbe
    • Beaconing sign, ©jthevenard

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  • Écureuil snowshoe trail

    Level easy

    • Snowshoe trail, ©jthevenard
    • The Vattay plateau, ©AMbarbe
    • Snowshoe trail, ©jthevenard
    • RNN Regulations, ©Canva

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  • Cross-country ski trail

    • Mont Blanc and the Alps, ©GThibaut
    • The way ahead, ©GThibaut
    • markings to follow, ©GThibaut
    • Path, ©GThibaut
    • Itinerary, ©GThibaut

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    • On the Crests, © AMBarbe
    • From Monthoiseau, ©jthevenard
    • The ridges of the Haute Chaine du Jura, ©Annelegrand
    • Au Grand Crêt, © AMBarbe
    • RNN Regulations, ©Canva

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  • La Gelinotte snowshoe trail

    Level moyen

    • The panoramic view, © Hervé COMBEAUX
    • The snowshoe trail, ©jthevenard
    • Snowshoers, ©AMbarbe
    • Snowshoe markers, ©AMbarbe
    • RNN Regulations, ©Canva

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  • Snowshoe trail from Menthières to La Poutouille

    • route de la Poutouille, © Nicodème Peillon
    • route de la Poutouille, © Nicodème Peillon
    • RNN Regulations, ©Canva

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Practical advice:

For an even more immersive experience, there are also signposted itineraries (for a fee) on the La Vattay-Valserine Nordic ski area.

Accompanied by our mountain professionals

Want to explore the mountains in complete peace of mind? Call on our mountain guides! True enthusiasts, they will guide you off the beaten track and share with you their knowledge of the fauna, flora and secrets of the Monts Jura.

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Whether you’re looking for a daytime walk, a twilight outing or a night-time hike, these professionals will give you the chance to enjoy some special moments in the heart of nature.

Take the time to reconnect with what's essential and let the magic of the Monts Jura work its magic, step by step.


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