Hikes on the Plateau de Retord

La ronde des Plans

Starting from the resort of Les Plans d’Hotonnes, this pleasant hike will take you to the Beauregard panorama. Facing Mont Blanc, it gives an impressive panorama on the Alps.

Hiking in Bugey: La Ronde des Plans

©Chemin de randonnée en direction du Crêt du Nu sur le Plateau de Retord|Philippe Meunier - Saint Thomas TV

To make the most of it

The panorama of the Alps from the Crêt de Beauregard.
Fields of wildflowers in spring.
The freshness of the Plateau de Retord in summer.
Autumn colors of the beech forests.
Numerous summer activities available at the resort.

Outdoor activities in les Plans d’Hotonnes

Montagne Expériences by ESF des Plans d’Hotonnes organises of many outdoor sporting events during the summer period.
Biathlon, rollerskiing, mountain biking, hiking, all-terrain electric scooters, Sport & Fun Days, seminar days, paragliding…

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Summer outdoor activities in Les Plans d'Hotonnes by Montagne experience

On the steps of the WW2 French resistance

Follow the steps of the first members of the local resistance during WWII on the thematic path of the “Maquis de Retord”. You will discover Plateau de Retord and its history thanks to the different information panels retracing the history of these locations along the loop. (Only in French).

Hike: on the steps of the WW2 French resistance.

©Ferme de Deschapoux sur le Sentier du Maquis du Plateau de Retord|Maxime Ballet

©Porte du Maquis de Retord aux Plans d'Hotonnes|Maxime Ballet

To make the most of it

Le tour de Retord

In the midst of Luc Jacquet’s film “The Fox and the Child”, the Retord Plateau is revealed in all its characteristics: combs and forests, typical isolated farms, vast spaces and ridges such as the Crêt du Nu and Tumet with remarkable views of Mont Blanc and the Alps.

Hike: Tour de Retord

To make the most of it

The natural landscape of the Plateau de Retord.
Panoramic views of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
The ascent to the summit of the Plateau de Retord: the Crêt du Nu.
Wildflowers blooming everywhere.
The possibility of booking your delicious homemade snack at the sheepfold in Les Bergonnes.

Sheepfold "To the rhythm of the herd"

Hot tub, traditional sauna and massages.
After the hike, enjoy a moment of relaxation in the heart of the Plans d’Hotonnes resort.

Hot tub and sauna in Les Plans d'Hotonnes

La boucle de l'Oreille

Nature trail of 4.2 km promoting the biodiversity and the knowledge of the nature secrets. You will meet 10 points of interest materialized by wooden sculptures in the shape of mushrooms. These are listed in the accompanying booklet on sale in the shops of the resort. (French only).

Sentier nature "Sentier de la Boucle d'Oreille"

©Sentier de la boucle de l'Oreille aux Plans d'Hotonnes|Maxime Ballet

To make the most of it

The 10 “side steps” to find along the course.
The discovery of the unsuspected properties of the wild flowers of the Plateau de Retord.
Treat yourself to the Berthet restaurant after the walk.

Find the booklet, hiking equipment, maps and many local products at the Servi’Nature bike rental and repair shop.

Servi'Nature: local products shop in Plans d'Hotonnes

The possibility of enjoying all the other summer activities on the Plateau de Retord (mountain bike and eMTB rental, electric all-terrain scooter rental, orienteering course, roller-skiing and biathlon initiation, archery, visit sheepfold, herd hike, wellness area, etc.).

Find the accompanying booklet, as well as many local products, cold drinks and souvenirs at the shop Ain’s Temps Loisirs.

Ain's Temps Loisirs: local products shop in Plans d'Hotonnes

Fun orienteering courses

Plans d'Hotonnes

A fun tour for all, the Plans d’Hotonnes heritage orientation course is a trail game of an easy level to walk independently with a map.

Orienteering courses

To make the most of it

Great fun, the maps are a real quest that can motivate children (and adults as well!).
Of an easy level, the beacons located on the map are accessible to all.
A wide choice of accommodation nearby.

Accommodations on Plateau de Retord

New to orienteering? Book yourself a private lesson!
Activ’Plein Air in Plans d’Hotonnes offers you tailor-made orientation initiation, archery, Nordic walking, hiking and even forest baths!