This trail, with its balcony overlooking the high Jura chain, is accessible to all hikers.
Panoramic views over the Valserine valley, including Lélex...and the upper Jura chain.
From the viewpoint at 1187 m, on the north side of the valley, discover the village of Lélex and the Valserine valley.
From north to south, the panorama of the high mountain range encompasses the ridges between Le Colomby de Gex and the Reculet cross.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step: Start from the village center (tourist office), head south along the road and take the Route du Frenet downhill. Pass the tennis courts and cross the Fruitière bridge. Leave the road for the Chemin des Bals, and continue towards La Crosse (house). Then: don't miss the junction on the right to enter the woods on the path leading to the Truchet lookout. The return is identical to the outward journey.
More information:
Safety instructions: This trail is located in the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, so please respect its regulations:Before setting off :- Check the general and local weather forecast, and make sure there's no precipitation.- Find out about the approach route, the height of the itinerary, the time it will take to complete the climb, and any possible escapes (IGN map, GPS, topo-guide, etc.).- Evaluate possible risks by asking mountain professionals, refuges and gîtes.- Inform someone close to you of your objective, and contact them again in the event of any changes: departure and return times, number of participants with telephone numbers for each, vehicle(s), parking, etc.- Avoid setting off alone, and use equipment that is suitable for the activity, adjusted and in good condition: headlamp, complete first-aid kit, survival blanket, etc.In the event of a problem, call 112 (European emergency number).
Itinerary
In detail
- Distance: 8.6 km
- Markup: BALISE
- Elevation gain : 68 m
- Negative elevation gain : 366 m
- Daily duration: 150 min
- Type of route: ALLER_RETOUR
- Beaconing accuracy: Follow the yellow signs. "Le TruchetStart from the village center (tourist office), follow the road south, and take the route du Frenet downhill. Pass the tennis courts and cross the Fruitière bridge. Leave the road for the Chemin des Bals, and continue towards La Crosse (house). Then: don't miss the junction on the right to enter the woods on the path leading to the Truchet lookout. The return is identical to the outward journey.
Opening
From 01/04 to 30/11.
Rates
Free access.
Facilities & services
Facilities
- Car park
- Free car park
- Public WC
Services
- Pets welcome
Host language(s)
- French
