Voie verte: Gex-Divonne, along the old railroad line
All crossings are secured by barriers, so that users must cross on foot to ensure their safety. The starting and finishing points are in Gex, near the Gare restaurant, and in Divonne, at the Avenue du Mont Mussy junction.
The route is identical in both directions. It takes around 45 to 50 minutes to get there, and just over an hour to return by mountain bike, depending on your pace. The green route offers a variety of views: the plain and the Alps on the way out, and the Jura massif on the way back. On arrival at Divonne, there are a number of variations that make it easy to reach the lake, as well as the Mont Mourex mountain bike trails, which are very popular with nature lovers and thrill-seekers.
The width of the route is sometimes narrow, barely allowing two cyclists to ride abreast. Caution is therefore advised, especially when the roads are busy. The highway code applies: it’s important to ride on the right for everyone’s safety.
For children under 12:
Helmet mandatory (with your head well protected, it’s a safe adventure!)
Bike gloves (for a good grip and hands in superhero mode)
Sunglasses (style and protection, a winning combo)
Maximum visibility :
Reflective safety vest mandatory outside built-up areas, at night or in bad weather (shine brightly to be seen!)
No music while riding:
Headphones, earpieces and phones in your ear are forbidden (stay focused, the road is serious business).
Respect the Highway Code:
Safety and courtesy for you and other road users (a little gesture, a lot of respect)
Cyclists and motorists: the road is more beautiful when we respect each other
Remember to stay hydrated
Pay attention to the weather:
In the mountains, conditions can change rapidly (wear the right gear and stay safe).
Ride safely and enjoy your cycling adventure!
This walk starts at the Restaurant de la Gare. From the restaurant car park, head towards the sorting bins, where a passageway between some large stones leads to the greenway. Follow this path, which passes by the fire brigade museum, skirts the Gex campsite and heads towards Chauvilly, then Tutegny, Grilly… and Divonne. The greenway stops at the Avenue du Mont Mussy crossroads.
if you follow the route described here :
Cross straight over to Rue de la cité Divonne (cycle lane). Then take the main road (Avenue de Genève, then Avenue des Alpes, Rue du Port, and Rue du Tour du Lac (in front of the beach entrance or opposite the Esplanade du Lac. That’s it, you’ve arrived.
(The return section to Gex will be a little more demanding than the outward journey, as it is slightly uphill).
You are free to choose the end of your route to the lake.
Location details
- Town location
- Pedestrian area
- In the historic centre
- Close to a public transportation
Opening
| Opening hours from 01 January to 31 December 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
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