Hiking: La Catheline – le Crêt de la Neige via Brulat Frésy

Enjoy the breathtaking views over the ridges.

The flora is exceptional, and you'll catch a glimpse of the raw geology of the Jura. Criss-crossing canyons and cavities, this trail will delight your eyes!

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step: From the arrival point of the Catheline cable car, follow the GR 9 path marked in red and white towards the refuge de la Loge. Continue on the "Brillone d'en Bas", then follow the signs for "sous le Crêt". Follow the GR9 to the Crêt de la Neige. Enjoy the view, then return the same way.

More information:
The Catheline gondola lift in Lélex is in operation July-August

Itinerary

In detail

  • Distance: 8.2 km
  • Markup: BALISE
  • Elevation gain : 404 m
  • Negative elevation gain : 404 m
  • Daily duration: 170 min
  • Type of route: ALLER_RETOUR
  • Beaconing accuracy: Follow the GR9 (red and white)
  • Tricky passage: Be sure to follow the GR9 signs, to avoid passing through the Quiet Zone if it is active. (from 15/12 to 30 June).The route is located in the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, so please respect the regulations specific to this area.
  • Nature of the land: Rock
  • Nature of the land: Stone
  • Nature of the land: Ground
  • Nature of the land: Not suitable for strollers

Opening

From 08/07 to 27/08.

Rates

Free access.

Facilities & services

Facilities

  • Car park
  • Free car park
  • Public WC

Services

  • Accessible via ski lift

Host language(s)

  • French