View of Lake Nantua – Lake Genin loop from Brion - Montréal-la-Cluse

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View of Lake Nantua – Lake Genin loop from Brion - Montréal-la-Cluse

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View of Lake Nantua – Lake Genin loop from Brion - Montréal-la-Cluse

03:18

47.1km

830m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 11, 2026

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After 42.3 km for 176 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.27 km

Kirche in Port

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Small church in the village.

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2.92 km

Lake Nantua

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The Lac de Nantua is a superb body of water of 141 hectares. In the heart of the Jura, it offers an ideal setting for practicing a multitude of sports. It is even possible to swim in its waters.

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3.66 km

Viewpoint

4.05 km

View of Lake Nantua

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4.45 km

View of the Colonne de Nantua

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View of the Nantua column from the lake

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19.2 km

Saint-Amand

Forest

21.6 km

Lake Genin

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Nicknamed "the little Canada of Haut-Bugey", this mountain lake, with its alpine fir trees and turquoise waters, is an excellent mid-course break.

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28.1 km

La Grande Montagne

Forest

29.2 km

Col du Sentier

Mountain Pass

42.5 km

The Monument des Deportés

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Memorial to the victims of deportation.

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42.8 km

Cycle path along Lake Nantua

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Beautiful path, probably busier when the weather is nice. If I read it correctly, the small road should be closed on weekends.

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45.3 km

Camping at Lake Nantua

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Perfect for an overnight stop for bike packing trips. The location is excellent, right by the lake. There are beautiful landscapes and it is close to the shops and restaurants of the village.

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