Take the whole family on an adventure with the 5 discovery rallies, prepared by Julie, a tour guide! Children will love solving the riddles and discovering the hidden treasures of the towns and villages of Pays de Gex.

Rallye découverte de Gex - Fontaine Gambetta
Anne-Marie Barbe

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Discovering Gex with Léonette

Léonette de Joinville was born between 1232 and 1238. She was involved in managing the barony alongside her husband, and then her sons, for most of her life: she collected money, listened to grievances and advised her subjects.

A woman of character, she left a lasting impression and remains a legend among the people of Gex. Léonette will accompany you on this journey, and at the end you’ll discover the name of the festival that has been dedicated to her for centuries!

Gex discovery rally

Fontaine du Chêlatard
Stéphanie Thomas

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Discovering Ferney-Voltaire with Plumette

A great misfortune has befallen our dear writer Voltaire: he has lost a few letters.

It was like an earthquake in his house. The valet, the cook, the secretary… Everyone was hounded and had to search the entire household for them. To no avail.

Plumette is Voltaire’s faithful friend. She’s also the smartest of them all and wants to investigate further before her master throws a tantrum.

Ferney-Voltaire discovery rally

Eglise de Pouilly
Ville de Saint-Genis-Pouilly

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Discovering Saint-Genis-Pouilly with Gustave

My name is Gustave! I’ve lived in Saint-Genis-Pouilly since I was a child, until one day we moved away. As a nostalgic, I like to remember all the good times I had in my home village and share them with you.

Let’s start with this family walk, which will show you the village from different points of view.

Saint-Genis-Pouilly discovery rally

Village de Mijoux - Sentier des arts
Anaïs Blanc

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Discovering Mijoux

Located in the Ain department, the village of Mijoux is set in the Jura Mountains. There’s a wide range of sporting activities on offer, including the Col de la Faucille, as well as numerous walks with magnificent views over the Pays de Gex, the Alps, Lake Geneva and Switzerland.

Let’s start with this family walk, which will introduce you to the village, its history, its sculptures and not forgetting its frescoes.

Mijoux discovery rally

Village de Lelex
Thomas Baillard

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Discovering Lélex

Located in the Ain department, the village of Lélex is set in the Jura Mountains. Just 47 km from Geneva, it offers a wide choice of sightseeing and sporting activities. There are also plenty of walks with magnificent views over the Pays de Gex, the Alps, Lake Geneva and Switzerland.

Let’s start with this family walk, which will show you the village from different points of view.

Lélex discovery rally

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