Tour of Courbet Country (Doubs)

Starting in Ornans, the birthplace of painter Gustave Courbet, this hike along the Loue and Lison rivers explores the rugged landscapes that inspired Realism. The trail follows the Loue Valley, passing through the charming towns of Vuillafans and Lods, before reaching Mouthier-Haute-Pierre, famous for its spectacular gorges. Climbing towards Ouhans, you'll discover the source of the Loue, gushing from a rock face. The route then descends to the Bolandoz plateau and the summit of Montmahoux, offering a unique panoramic view of the Jura mountains. The natural heritage is further revealed at Nans-sous-Sainte-Anne, where the source of the Lison emerges in the heart of a cirque of wooded cliffs. Passing through Éternoz and its waterfall, the path winds through a dramatic landscape of limestone and dense forests. The return to the Loue valley is via Cléron, whose medieval castle is reflected in the clear waters, and Scey-Maisières, a land of legends.

Around Pays de Courbet (Doubs)

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Distance: 106km, Elevation maximum: 883m, Elevation minimum: 295m, Elevation gain uphill: 2865m
IGN Maps: 3424OT - ORNANS SOURCE DE LA LOUE. 3324ET - ARC-ET-SENANS QUINGEY VALLEES DE LA LOUE ET DU LISON. 3325OT - ARBOIS SALINS-LES-BAINS FORÊT DOMANIALE DE LA JOUX.

Hike around Pays de Courbet (Doubs) 10 Nearby paths:
Jura escape
Around Lomont Mount (Doubs)
Tour of the Bresse Comtoise (Jura)
GR®59 From Vosges to Jura
GR®145 Via Francigena
GR®509 Great crossing of Jura

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.