The sources of Arcier are three karstic sources resulting from a hilly circus of trees and green forests. They meet after 300 meters and flow into the Doubs. Natura 2000 site, the spring water comes from the natural drainage of the watershed of the Saône-Nancray plateau and is filtered by the Saône marshes.

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Thierry Martin-Braud

December 11, 2024

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The three Arcier springs are fed by the infiltration waters of the Nancray plateau. Shortly after they gush out of the mountain in beautiful waterfalls, they come together to form the Arcier stream, which quickly flows into the Doubs. They have been known since antiquity, and supply Besançon with water via a Roman aqueduct of which remains remain. Currently, a trout fish farm benefits from its pure, fresh waters.

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1. La source d'Arcier — loop from Roche-lez-Beaupré

15.7km

04:28

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Arcier Springs loop from Chalezeule

8.60km

02:39

290m

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

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3. Arcier Springs – Bench where you can rest loop from Chalèze

8.86km

02:44

320m

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

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Location: Vaire, Besançon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

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Arcier Springs

1. La source d'Arcier — loop from Roche-lez-Beaupré

2. Arcier Springs loop from Chalezeule

3. Arcier Springs – Bench where you can rest loop from Chalèze

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