Snowshoe up to the Crêt de la Neige, the roof of the Jura at 1,720 m! Immerse yourself in the heart of nature, with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc, the Alps, Lake Geneva and the wild valleys of the Jura. Sensations and wonder guaranteed.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
From the arrival point of the Catheline gondola, follow the yellow trail which is also signposted and marked in snowshoe format (purple).
Continue on the “Brillone d’en Bas”, then head for “sous le Crêt”.
Follow the GR9 to Crêt de la Neige.
Enjoy the view, and return along the same path to the combe des Voyettes, and here follow the GR9 marked in red and white towards the refuge de la Loge.
Itinerary details
Description
The Crêt de la Neige, the highest point in the Jura massif at 1,720 m, offers a spectacular snowshoeing route. All the way up, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of Mont Blanc, the Alps, Lake Geneva, nearby Geneva, the Salève, the Écluse gorge and the Hautes-Combes du Jura.
Some of these routes cross the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve. So it’s essential to stay on the marked trails, respect the regulations (no dogs, no unnecessary noise) and be particularly aware of the fragility of this protected environment.
In addition, certain areas are classified as quiet zones for wildlife. These areas are completely closed to all hiking activities from 15 December to 30 June. This is particularly true of the Brulât d’en Haut sector. For your own safety and that of the natural environment, find out what you need to know before you set off, and take account of the weather conditions, which can change rapidly in the mountains.
Some of these routes cross the Haute Chaîne du Jura National Nature Reserve. So it’s essential to stay on the marked trails, respect the regulations (no dogs, no unnecessary noise) and be particularly aware of the fragility of this protected environment.
In addition, certain areas are classified as quiet zones for wildlife. These areas are completely closed to all hiking activities from 15 December to 30 June. This is particularly true of the Brulât d’en Haut sector. For your own safety and that of the natural environment, find out what you need to know before you set off, and take account of the weather conditions, which can change rapidly in the mountains.
