To you ! Comfortable itinerant hikes from Monts Jura... Take the height.
From Lélex, you can climb the highest peak in the Jura, the Crêt de la Neige 1720m. From the Balcon du Léman, view of the most beautiful panorama in Europe, the Mont Blanc and the Alps.
Day 1: Lélex -> Mijoux via the Haut-Jura, approx. 4 hrs.
Distance: 14.4 km
Difference in altitude: D+471m / D-372 m
Directions: Head towards Moulin Pierre Louis (yellow markings), La Pralouse, Croaby, Sous Cariche. Pick up the GR (red and white). Le Manon, Lajoux then Mijoux.
Day 2: Mijoux -> Refuge de la Loge, approx. 6 hrs.
Follow the trail through the National Reserve.
Distance: 13.8 km
Difference in altitude:D+899 m/ D-451 m.
Itinerary: Follow the GR (red and white) through the village towards La Faucille, then Grand Mont Rond, Colomby de Gex, Col de Crozet, Refuge de la Loge.
Day 3: Refuge de la Loge -> Lélex via Crêt de la Neige, approx. 5h30, You follow the trail through the National Reserve.
Distance: 12.8 km
Difference in altitude: D+ 416 m / D- 950 m
Itinerary: Follow the GR (red-white) towards Brillonne d'en Haut, les Brulats Frézy, sous le Crêt, Crêt de la Neige, Reculet. Here pick up the yellow PR then descend to the Menues flat via the 32 contours, then cross the road, Pont du Niaizet, le Niaizet (GR again) and finish in Lélex.
Part of the course is located in a nature reserve, please respect the specific regulations of this area :
Dogs are forbidden, even on a leash.
Tents are also forbidden.
More information:
Safety instructions :This trail crosses part of the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve, so please respect its regulations. https://www.rnn-hautechainedujura.fr/Among these rules: Dogs forbidden, even on a leash!Before setting off :Check the general and local weather forecast, and make sure there's no precipitation.Find out about the approach to the route, its height, how long it will take to reach the summit 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 if there are any changes: departure and return times, number of participants with telephone numbers for each, vehicle(s), parking.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).This route borders a mountain pasture where Patous dogs are present:The Patou or guard dog: what attitude should you adopt?When hiking, it's not uncommon to come across flocks of sheep or goats guarded by guard dogs known as patous.These dogs, formidable against predators such as wolves, bears and lynxes, can frighten hikers with their barking.The patou protects the herds in total autonomy. Its main role is to deter intruders and alert the shepherd. Raised among the ewes from an early age, he learns to protect them at all times, often in groups.To avoid problems with a Patou:Identify grazing areas before setting off.Keep your distance and go around flocks if possible.In the event of an encounter, stay calm, turn back slowly or stop to let the dog sniff you out.Don't try to pet or feed the animals, avoid sudden movements, don't run, and avoid taking photos.For runners:Do not run when approaching a herd.Take off your headphones to hear the dog's barking.By adopting these behaviors, you'll be able to cohabit serenely with guard dogs during your hikes.
Itinerary
In detail
- Distance: 41.5 km
- Markup: BALISE
- Elevation gain : 1749 m
- Negative elevation gain : 1749 m
- Duration of itinerary: 3 day(s)
- Type of route: BOUCLE
- Beaconing accuracy: PR Yellow GR red and white
- Tricky passage: The descent of the 32 contours, after the summit of Reculet, is quite steep.
- Nature of the land: Stone
- Nature of the land: Ground
Opening
From 01/04 to 30/11.
Subject to favorable weather.
Rates
Free access. 1st day : Mijoux à la Michaille or the local gîte
2sd : La Loge mountain hut.
Facilities & services
Facilities
- Car park
- Public WC
Services
- Accommodation
Adapted tourism
- Not accessible in a wheelchair
Host language(s)
- French
