Pont des Nants Loop via Forest Road and Hiking Trail

A shaded walk between the coolness of the Nants Bridge and the Plaines Forest—perfect for the whole family.

A perfect getaway for families or anyone looking to recharge in the forest, without any major challenges. The route begins on a forest road in the heart of the Jorasse Forest.

Halfway along the route, you’ll reach Les Plaines, where picnic tables await you. It’s the perfect spot for an outdoor lunch with family or friends.

Want to extend this outing? The forest trail, accessible from Les Plaines, adds an extra 45-minute loop to your hike. This equally accessible path will let you explore even more of the mountain forest, with the chance to observe the local flora and fauna.

This hiking trail, classified as easy, is perfect for (re)discovering nature. The loop leads to the Pont des Nants, a peaceful spot where you can cool off in the summer.

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"Les Belvédères du Mont-Blanc" map on sale for €7 at the tourist office
Snowshoe and summer trail map from Cordon Tourisme

1/ Park at the Lezaive d'en Haut parking lot.
2/ Take the forest road on foot toward Les Plaines.
3/ Once you reach Les Plaines, there’s a picnic area where you can take a well-deserved break.
Alternative route: Once at Les Plaines, you can extend the hike by taking the forest trail (add 45 minutes of walking through the woods).
4/ Head back down via the pedestrian trail toward the Pont des Nants.
5/ Walk back up a few meters to the Lezaive d’en Haut parking lot.