Lac de Nantua – Lake Nantua loop from Oyonnax

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Lac de Nantua – Lake Nantua loop from Oyonnax

Moderate

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Lac de Nantua – Lake Nantua loop from Oyonnax

02:31

44.4km

230m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 23.9 km for 245 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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23.4 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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25.1 km

Lac de Nantua

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Lake Nantua is of glacial origin and is 141 hectares. The limestone cliffs offer a magnificent contrast with the emerald or sapphire water, depending on the day. Alexandre Dumas described …

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25.7 km

Cascade du Palin

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26.9 km

Lake Nantua

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This glacial lake backed by limestone cliffs is sometimes sapphire and sometimes emerald in color - Alexandre Dumas wrote in his book Impression de voyage in 1834: “This pretty little …

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27.7 km

View of the Colonne de Nantua

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View of the Nantua column from the lake

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28.4 km

Viewpoint

29.2 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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