Snow shoes on your feet, set off to discover the famous Crêt de la Neige, culminating point of the Jura offering a spectacular scenery!
You will appreciate the panoramic views of the Mont-Blanc, the Alps and the Lake Geneva basin, nearby Geneva, the Salève, the Ecluse pass, the Hautes-Combes du Jura ... Bear in mind that in the mountains the weather conditions can evolve very quickly. Please do not venture into unknown areas if your mountain experience does not allow you to do so.
Snowshoeing is possible from the village of Lélex via a signposted itinerary; please do not use the ski slopes (+1h30 at the alley/ difficulty ***). From the arrival of the Fierney gondola lift, a marked route links the Catheline (+1h / **).
Part of this itinerary is within the National Nature Reserve of the Haute Chaine du Jura. Please respect the regulations in force and stay on the marked trail.
Wildlife quiet zones are also present from December 15th to June 30th. Access is strictly forbidden. For further information, we suggest you consult the Nature Reserve's website.
From December 15th to June 30th, the Brulât d'en Haut sector is forbidden to any hiking activity.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step: Opposite the tourist office in the heart of Lélex village, turn right down the main street, past the French Ski School chalet and down a track. Follow the signs to Crêt de la Neige, confirmed by purple markers.Take the long climb through the woods, following the signs on the trees and the milestones. All crossings are equipped with directional signs.Arriving below the Ratou chalet, take the access to Crêt de la Neige via Brulats-Frésy. This passage then borders a wildlife tranquility zone which is off-limits from 15/12 to 30/06. The route gradually leads to Les Brulats-Frésy. The flat section leading to Brillones d'en Haut offers a respite before tackling an ascent through the combe des Voyettes. The trees become increasingly scarce, and the route then crosses an open area until it reaches the ridgeline. A canyon is then reached, which we cross before reaching the final section leading to the summit of Crêt de la Neige, marked by a post.In the distance, you can see the Reculet cross, the second-highest summit in the Jura mountains. The route is signposted all the way to the "Sur les Brulats" crossroads for those who wish to venture further...The return journey takes the same route.
Itinerary
In detail
- Distance: 13.9 km
- Markup: BALISE
- Elevation gain : 820 m
- Negative elevation gain : 810 m
- Daily duration: 360 min
- Type of route: ALLER_RETOUR
- Nature of the land: Non-groomed itinerary
Opening
From 01/12 to 31/03.
Rates
Free access.
Facilities & services
Host language(s)
- French
