Culture Archives - Pays de Gex Tourist Office and its Monts Jura resort

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In search of freshness in Pays de Gex

Here's a selection of Gessian nuggets where you can find the kind of natural freshness you've been dreaming of... Something to keep the whole family occupied without suffering from the heat. A little fan? Your body liquefies at the slightest exit. So you find yourself longing for a breeze, a breath or better still... a…

By Anaïs, on 21 Jul 2025

Reading time: 6 min.

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What can you do if you don’t want to ski?

But after all, in the Pays de Gex - Monts Jura, there are plenty of activities you can enjoy without skiing! Ready to discover them? It's raining, shepherdess, great visits! Our museums and places of interest welcome you, come wind or shine. Voltaire's château, open all year round, is the place to be. The famous…

By Anaïs, on 16 Jul 2025

Reading time: 5 min.

Automne dans le Pays de Gex - Monts Jura

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Enjoy autumn in Pays de Gex and its Monts Jura resort

Autumn has a lot to offer Pays de Gex. Are you in any doubt? Then follow the guide, and come and try out a myriad of fun, local activities with us. We promise you won't be disappointed! The most beautiful autumn walks in the Jura Do you like pretty walks or Sunday hikes? You'll enjoy…

By Stéphanie, on 15 Jul 2025

Reading time: 7 min.

Parc du château de Voltaire, face au Mont Blanc

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4 good reasons to come to Pays de Gex in spring…

Nature is awakening: the birds are singing, the flowers are blooming and the sun is shining on us more and more... We just love this time of year! It's also the perfect time to get out and about in the great outdoors: hiking, walking and markets are all part of the programme. And much more…

By Stéphanie, on 15 Jul 2025

Reading time: 6 min.

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On the road to summer festivals

Slamming rock, swaying horns, beats that make you raise your arms, voices that send shivers down your spine... Summer in the Pays de Gex means an open-air soundtrack, unexpected stages and encounters that last a lifetime. Get ready to dance, listen, thrill and enjoy. This summer, it's not you who's chasing the festivals, it's the…

By Anaïs, on 09 Jul 2025

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A day out to visit the Pays de Gex!

From the mountains of the Jura to the shores of Lake Geneva, the Pays de Gex will give you a magical, unforgettable experience! You won't want to leave ... 4, 3, 2, 1, let's go and follow us! On the plain, culture and science beckon! Even centuries apart, great minds meet in Ferney-Voltaire. Discover Voltaire's…

By Anaïs, on 04 Jul 2025

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Rural housing in the upper Valserine valley

They are an undeniable feature of our landscape... A little history A border area, the Valserine valley is at the crossroads of the Haut-Bugey and Haut-Jura regions. Behind the architectural diversity, rural housing is everywhere. Farmers and stockbreeders now live throughout the valley. Farmhouses in a single block, where the residential and agricultural functions coexist.…

By Anaïs, on 04 Jul 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

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Croix du Reculet

We hope you enjoy the story. Happy reading! A little geography "Le Reculet is the2nd highest peak in the Jura massif, after Crêt de la Neige. It reaches an altitude of 1719m. It lies to the south-west of the Crêt de la Neige and to the north-west of Geneva in the commune of Thoiry. Its…

By Anaïs, on 03 Jul 2025

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But how long have we been skiing in the Monts Jura?

Since the dawn of time In the Nordic countries, skiing has been an innate means of transport for some people since the dawn of time. In fact, prehistoric hunters would set off to track their game with 4.5 m boards and a rowing stick. The start of skiing in France Skiing took off in France…

By Juliette, on 03 Jul 2025

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The legend of snow eggs in the Monts Jura resort…

But do you know the legend of the snow eggs? But who is Dame Pernette? What did she do to get her name on a village square and street? Quite a story: In 1314, Guillaume de Joinville was Lord of Gex. At that time, the village of Mijoux belonged to the seigneury of Gex. The…

By Anaïs, on 03 Jul 2025

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The history of Colomby de Gex

How many of you don't know the Colomby de Gex story? For those of you who are curious, Anne-Marie has gone to the archives to tell you her story! Where is Colomby de Gex? Located in the high Jura mountain range, at an altitude of 1689 m, to the left of the Creux de l'Envers…

By Anaïs, on 03 Jul 2025

Reading time: 3 min.

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In the footsteps of the dinosaurs at Dinoplagne

We invite you to visit our neighbours at Terre Valserhône, just a stone's throw from our beloved Pays de Gex - Monts Jura. So head to the little village of Plagne to see the big picture! Dinoplagne The Dinoplagne palaeontological site reveals the tracks left by a dinosaur, a sauropod (you know what we're talking…

By Anaïs, on 27 Jun 2025

Reading time: 2 min.

Ma semaine de vacances dans le Pays de Gex

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My summer holiday week in the Pays de Gex!

I didn't know this region but Mum said it would be nice to go to the mountains. So I got out my map of France and asked her to show me where we were going to spend our next summer holidays. Between the Jura and Switzerland, that is! Mum had put together a great programme…

By Stéphanie, on 27 Jun 2025

Reading time: 9 min.

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What to do during the Easter holidays in Pays de Gex?

In the Pays de Gex-Monts Jura region, there's no shortage of ideas and discoveries! We're sharing our favourites and good ideas for the spring holidays! Do you enjoy walking in the countryside? Here are a few suggestions just for you. On the southern side of the Pays de Gex, head for the Marais de l'Etournel…

By Stéphanie, on 25 Jun 2025

Reading time: 6 min.

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The history of the Petit Montrond antenna

Who hasn't asked themselves the following questions: "What is the purpose of this antenna?", "Why is it located on Petit Montrond? These are questions that will not go unanswered thanks to Anne-Marie's investigations. The symbol of La Faucille! The Petit Montrond antenna or DTT transmitter is located at the top of the Montrond alpine ski…

By Anaïs, on 24 Jun 2025

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Pays de Gex markets

Whatever the season, people go to the market to do their shopping, but also to meet new people and chat with the traders and producers. All your senses are awakened, and you're sure to feast your eyes and nostrils! Come on, let's take you on a tour of the Pays de Gex markets. Tuesday in…

By Stéphanie, on 16 Jun 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

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A combined ticket to discover the Château de Voltaire and Fort L’Ecluse

A twin ticket for two emblematic cultural sites in the Pays de Gex for just 12 euros? It's possible! We'll explain everything and give you a taste of what's in store. Voltaire's castle In the 21st century, fine minds still meet at Voltaire's château in Ferney. Built by the illustrious writer, this residence has seen…

By Anaïs, on 16 Jun 2025

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Let’s cook up a sweet, local recipe together!

Now you're ready to listen to our culinary podcast with a highly original sweet recipe created by chef Eloïse Monziès and Clap Audio. Help, I don't know how to cook! No need to panic! You're here to treat yourself to an original, easy recipe that you'll want to make again and again. Guaranteed! Before you…

By Anaïs, on 12 Jun 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

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What to do when it rains in Pays de Gex?

From cultural visits to gourmet breaks and moments of relaxation, here are a few ideas to turn a grey day into a great adventure. It's raining, shepherdess, great visits! Are the raindrops pounding on your windows? It's the perfect opportunity to push open the doors of places steeped in history! Voltaire's château, open all year…

By Anaïs, on 12 Jun 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

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A day at Fort l’Ecluse

A former military building, Fort l'Écluse is the venue for a wide range of activities: via ferrata, concerts, exhibitions, walks... Why not spend a day there with your family to discover all its secrets? Every year, it closes for a few months to give itself a facelift. A great opportunity to pay it another visit.…

By Anaïs, on 12 Jun 2025

Reading time: 7 min.

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Focus on… Le Bleu de Gex du Haut-Jura

Dating back to the 13th century, this blue-veined cheese is made from the raw milk of Montbéliard cows. A PDO cheese for 25 years! Bleu de Gex Haut-Jura has had a Protected Designation of Origin since 1996. The specifications are very precise and must be scrupulously respected by the 4 workshops that make this cheese,…

By Anaïs, on 27 May 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

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