Garnier Castle – Le Grand Saut loop from Bonlieu

Hiking trails & Routes

France

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Saint-Claude

Bonlieu

Garnier Castle – Le Grand Saut loop from Bonlieu

Hard

4.7

(12)

hikers

Garnier Castle – Le Grand Saut loop from Bonlieu

02:06

6.39km

180m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 3.46 km for 332 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.31 km

Hérisson Waterfalls

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Incredibly beautiful place for a hike.

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2.52 km

Garnier Castle

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Beautiful view near a crossroads of a small waterfall with cascades.

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2.90 km

The Blue Pool

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A beautifully situated small waterfall with a small pool. From the rocks in front of the waterfall, you can enjoy beautiful views of the idyllic natural setting.

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3.01 km

Le Grand Saut

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The Grand Saut is the highest of the Hérisson waterfalls. The waters are projected in a free fall of 60 meters. It is also one of the most spectacular. This …

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3.25 km

Viewing platform

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Small viewing platform with a view of the Le Grand Saut waterfall.

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3.48 km

Small Waterfalls of the Hérisson

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Path along the Le Hérisson stream with several smaller cascades.

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3.62 km

View of Cascade de la Billaude

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Upstream: Stay left before the long staircase and walk up the river - very nice!

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3.86 km

Saracen footbridge

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Metal footbridge over the Le Hérisson stream with beautiful views of the water.

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6.39 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.19 km

1.79 km

1.77 km

547 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.19 km

1.69 km

1.42 km

847 m

159 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (790 m)

Lowest point (620 m)

Weather

Saturday 10 October

12°C

4°C

12 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 7.0 km/h

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Comments

January 1, 2026,🇨🇵 Jura: Eiszauber an den Hérissonwasserfällen -Runde von Bonlieu

The descent into the gorge is via a road. The path begins at the bottom, and we are immersed in an enchanting and fascinating landscape of ice and water. The trail follows the river, with one waterfall after another. Huge icicles hang from the steep rock faces, and thick layers of ice have formed where the water flows over the …

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