Cascades du Hérisson

The French Jura is covered in pristine woods, tranquil lakes, and majestic waterfalls. One of France's most gorgeous regions is also known by the name of the old province, the Franche-Comté. The Cascades du Hérisson, one of the many waterfalls in the area, is a little over one hour's drive (47 kilometers) from Poligny, one of the best tourist destinations in the French Jura.

The Vallée du Hérisson, Plateau des 7 Lacs, is where the Hérisson waterfalls are located. This location has been recognized as a Grand Site de France. The two sources of the Cascades du Hérisson—Bonlieu Lake and Ilay Lake—compose a series of seven distinct waterfalls. The Hérisson River, which flows into the lake, travels through lush forests for more than three kilometers before plunging down limestone cliffs and steps. The Cascade de l'Éventail, with a 65-meter drop, is the tallest waterfall in the Hérisson area. The Maison des Cascades at Val-Dessus offers excellent visitor facilities from April through September, including a small museum, a shop, parking, a picnic space, and public restrooms. A short stroll along the Hérisson River (1.6 kilometers round way) leads to the Cascade de l'Éventail from the Maison des Cascade.