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

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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Let’s go fishing in the Cessy pond!

Among them, we find a wooded, quiet place, accessible to all. Do you recognise it? It's the Cessy pond. A little history before you go fishing... Located in the commune of Cessy, this private pond was created in 1985 in place of a marsh. Then, in 1991, stocking began, mainly with white fish (roach, carp,…

By Anaïs, on 18 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 14 May 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

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Cycling in Pays de Gex

It's a sensory immersion where the scenery flashes before your eyes, the scents of nature tantalise your nostrils, and every pedal stroke becomes a playful and varied pleasure. Whether you're into cycle touring, mountain biking, gravel or electric-assist bikes, there's something for everyone. In the Pays de Gex-Monts Jura region, there are plenty of opportunities…

By Juliette, on 14 May 2025

Reading time: 5 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 14 May 2025

Reading time: 7 min.

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6 must-see viewpoints in the Jura

In the Pays de Gex - Monts Jura region, the landscape changes with the seasons, offering you unique moments to capture on film. The choice wasn't easy. But we're sharing with you 6 of our most beautiful viewpoints in the Jura that you won't want to miss! What is the highest point in the Jura?…

By Anaïs, on 14 May 2025

Reading time: 2 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 14 May 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

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Our most beautiful sunrise and sunset spots

These open-air works of art await you all year round, whatever the season, for a moment suspended in time. To enjoy a magnificent sunrise or sunset in the Alps, you need to know the right spot. Rest assured, we've got 6 to suggest! So grab your phone or your SLR and let's go! What are…

By Anaïs, on 14 May 2025

Reading time: 6 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 20 Mar 2025

Reading time: 6 min.

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Walk at La Vattay: the grouse

Sunday morning, 9.30am, rucksack with hot drinks and picnic. We're determined to get some fresh mountain air at La Vattay! Off to a flying start at La Vattay! We're off with our boys, aged 9 and 10, to the Nordic site at La Vattay, well known for its cross-country skiing area. But today we decided…

By Stéphanie, on 02 Jan 2025

Reading time: 3 min.

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Once upon a time in La Vattay

It has been awarded the "Site d'Excellence" label by Nordic France: the La Vattay-Valserine ski area. If you're a Nordic ski fan, we know you know this site like the back of your hand! But do you know its history? We invite you to find out! It all began in the 80s Before 1982, Gessiens…

By Anaïs, on 14 Nov 2024

Reading time: 4 min.

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Your winter holidays in Pays de Gex – Monts Jura

And now you're finally there: feet in the snow and in the Pays de Gex - Monts Jura. We don't know who's more eager to get started: you or your children! You want to do everything and discover everything because it's your first time here. But, hop hop hop, before you get started, we've put…

By Anaïs, on 08 Dec 2023

Reading time: 7 min.

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We’re going to make a big deal of it!

A few years ago, Daniel Michelin, a cheese ripener, set up his cheese bar in Grilly, which became the Restaurant des Bergers at the end of 2019. It is run by Philippe Standaert, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, and his wife Sandra. Portrait of Pays de Gex's only MOF! Originally from Burgundy and having grown up…

By Stéphanie, on 11 Oct 2023

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 16 Aug 2023

Reading time: 2 min.

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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 06 Jun 2023

Reading time: 4 min.

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The Pertes de la Valserine: a real natural treasure

Just a stone's throw from our beloved Pays de Gex - Monts Jura lies a rare gem of nature, the Pertes de la Valserine, a unique site in the region. Come and discover the passage left by the Valserine over time in the small town of Valserhône. Looking for a change of scenery and a…

By Anaïs, on 11 Apr 2023

Reading time: 3 min.

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