As a certified "Natural Sensitive Area", the waterfall and the area around it offer sanctuary to a surprising number of discreet species such as bats, rare birds and small molluscs.
An enchanting site
Glandieu waterfall, nature in all its beauty
Welcome to the waterfall of Glandieu, a magical place for family walks or solo hikes! Your senses will be reeling as you gaze at the sparkling water, listen to the roar of the water and feel your body re-energised by the cool spray. This fiercely protected, unspoilt site is easy to reach on foot, by car or even by bike, thanks to the nearby ViaRhôna greenway, the ideal way to prolong your exploration of the Bugey region.
The setting
A waterfall with an exotic feel
Asia or Guadeloupe? Try again! This waterfall is in the Jura Mountains.
Vacances au vert - cascade de Glandieu One Day One Travel - Viarhôna - BFC Tourisme
Yes, it's true that the luxuriant vegetation, the deafening sound and the mist surrounding this 60-metre waterfall seem to come from a faraway place. But this faraway place is easy to reach, because the car park is very close to the waterfall. You can even admire it without any effort at all, from the terrace of the café just opposite.
Tempted by a quick dip? Beware! Despite the temptation to cool off in the invigorating waters of the fall, bathing is strictly forbidden. Here, the priority is to preserve the local fauna and flora, the only way to ensure this protected site retains all its magic.
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Great ecological wealth
Greenway
Hiking and cycling
On foot or by bike, follow a section of the ViaRhôna, a greenway that stretches for 700km between Switzerland and the Mediterranean Sea, and just happens to pass in front of the beautiful Glandieu waterfall.
We recommend the 26km section from La Balme to Groslée, the ideal route for a family bike ride.
How to reach the Glandieu waterfall
A lovely waterfall just 1 1/4 hours away from Lyon
