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The best mountain hikes in Ain

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Want to explore more of the mountains in Auvergne Rhône Alpes? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in Ain to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in Ain.

Last updated: November 30, 2025

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1. A breathtaking view – Blue Lake loop from Ambérieu-en-Bugey

21.9km

06:54

820m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Le Reculet loop from Thoiry

10.4km

05:24

1,100m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Crêt der la Neige – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

13.3km

05:48

1,120m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4. La Dôle loop from Les Pralies

15.0km

05:01

670m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5. Le Reculet – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

7.87km

04:10

840m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6. La Dôle – La Barillette loop from Les Chesaux

14.1km

04:52

670m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7. La Dôle loop from Les Rousses

5.63km

02:14

420m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. La Dôle – Refuge de la Barillette loop from Les Chesaux

11.6km

04:01

560m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. La Dôle – Chalet de La Pile-Dessus loop from Les Rousses

12.2km

04:18

680m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Chalet de la Combe Gelée loop from Saint-Cergue

6.18km

02:17

350m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best mountain hikes in Ain

1. A breathtaking view – Blue Lake loop from Ambérieu-en-Bugey

2. Le Reculet loop from Thoiry

3. Crêt der la Neige – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

4. La Dôle loop from Les Pralies

5. Le Reculet – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

6. La Dôle – La Barillette loop from Les Chesaux

7. La Dôle loop from Les Rousses

8. La Dôle – Refuge de la Barillette loop from Les Chesaux

9. La Dôle – Chalet de La Pile-Dessus loop from Les Rousses

10. Chalet de la Combe Gelée loop from Saint-Cergue

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