VTTAE course 85 -blue – le Pont Naturel – MTB area FFC Ain Forestière
From the Col de la Faucille, take the ski slope down to Mijoux, then climb gently up the Valserine valley to the Pont Naturel. A varied itinerary to explore the Combe d'en Haut at your own pace.
(1) Start at the La Faucille Tourist Office. Turn right and head onto the ski trail toward Mijoux (the descent is gentle and offers beautiful views of the valley).
(2) Once you reach Mijoux, continue straight ahead on Rue Royale.
(2a) Turn left, passing in front of City Hall and the library.
(3) Take the first left toward the golf course, and follow this road straight ahead (the climb is steady, and the road gradually turns into a dirt path).
(4) Cross the first footbridge over the Valserine, then follow the river upstream.
(5) Cross a second bridge, which leads to the Pont Naturel, one of the highlights of the walk.
(5a) After a break, turn around and take the same path back to the intersection above the golf course.
(6) Continue to the right and head downhill along the golf course.
(7) Turn left onto the Chemin de Couture and follow it to the end.
(8) When you reach the main road, cross it carefully, then head toward the church in Mijoux.
(8a) Go down the hill to the left, then walk up Rue Royale to the intersection you passed on the way there.
(9) Head back up to La Faucille via the same ski trail to return to the starting point.
Itinerary details
Description
This route crosses the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve: regulations in force, dogs prohibited. Please respect the regulations.
Only electric-assist mountain bikes (e-MTBs) whose motor cuts off at speeds of 25 km/h or higher are permitted, in accordance with current regulations. Bicycles equipped with an electric motor are strictly prohibited.
This loop starting from the Col de la Faucille is an invitation to explore the landscapes of the Valserine Valley at a gentle pace, thanks to electric assistance. Suitable for cyclists of all abilities, it alternates between gentle descents and gradual climbs, with no major technical difficulties.
After a descent to the village of Mijoux, you will quickly immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of the valley. Along the way, you will pass the Mijoux golf course, nestled between forest and meadow, and follow the Valserine river. This wild river, lined with spruce trees and cliffs, accompanies you to the Pont Naturel, a geological curiosity carved into the rock by water over time.
An ideal route for exploring the valley, taking the time to observe the landscape and enjoying a convivial bike ride between wooded ridges, valley floors and natural heritage.