Snowshoe trail from Faucille to Turet

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A lovely forest walk that takes you to a viewpoint offering spectacular views of Mont Blanc, the Alps, and Lake Geneva. A breathtaking encounter with nature!

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Gex

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Non-groomed itinerary

Autumn, Summer, Winter, Spring

Pets are not allowed

From 01/12 to 31/03 daily.Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Description

This lovely forest walk, ideal for doing with children, leads to the Turet viewpoint, and overs stunning views of Mont Blanc, the Alps, and Lake Geneva. It is located in the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, in the heart of a wildlife sanctuary.

From December 15 to June 30 inclusive, this area is closed to the public. However, visitors are allowed to use the marked trail leading to the viewpoint. To preserve this sensitive environment, it is essential to stay on the trail, avoid making unnecessary noise, and note that dogs are strictly prohibited, even on a leash.

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DifficultyEasyDuration02h30Elevation180 D- / 180 D+Distance5.4 kmAltitude Max.1376 m

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Snowshoe trail from Faucille to Turet

Distance : 5.4 km

Altitude Max. : 1376 m

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Step 1: Col de la Faucille

The trail starts from Route de la Greffière, which connects to the RN5 at the centre the of La Faucille. Join the RN5, cross it carefully, then aim in the direction of Gex.

Step 2: Start of the trail to Le Turet

The trail starts on the left, just opposite La Couronne hotel. It begins a gradual climb before leveling off into a rolling landscape. You then enter the Turet forest, where the path winds leisurely between the trees. Along the way, you pass spectacular geological formations, evidence of the mountain range's turbulent past. The trail then joins the Vieille Maison forest road. Follow this track on the right to reach the Turet forest chalet.

Step 3: Chalet crossroads

The trail (signposted) resumes just after the chalet, on the left side of the road. A slight climb leads to another crossing of the forest track, before entering a pretty, shaded valley. There, a junction offers a choice between the Mauvais Pas trail, which descends towards Gex, or towards Le Turet.

Step 4: Turet mountain pasture

Keep to the right, towards Le Turet. The path enters a charming woodland once again, lined with old stone walls. As you leave the forest, a small ridge comes into view: pass by the small stone cross standing there, then begin the descent.

Step 5: Turet viewpoint

Very quickly, the view clears, giving way to a magnificent 180° panorama. A conveniently placed bench invites you to take a contemplative break: from here you will see the peaks of the Jura, the plain, and, on a clear day, the summits of the Alps in the distance.

The return journey back to the start is along the same path.

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