Pic de l'Aigle, Free flight site at Pic de l'Aigle summit, France.
The sedimentary rock formation rises to 993 meters, offering clear views across multiple plateaus and the layered landscape of Haut-Jura region.
The geological layers of Pic de l'Aigle formed during the Jurassic period, creating the current limestone cliffs and dry grasslands.
Local nature guides conduct educational walks focusing on the mountain's rare orchids and protected plant species throughout spring and summer.
The summit includes a maintained staircase with handrails, an orientation table, and requires a moderate 1.4-kilometer hike from the dedicated parking area.
The site serves as a launch point for paragliders while providing observation spots for Peregrine Falcons and Common Ravens nesting on adjacent cliffs.
Location: Jura
Elevation above the sea: 993 m
Made from material: sedimentary rock
Address: 39150 La Chaux-du-Dombief, France 39150 La Chaux-du-Dombief
Phone: +33384601525
Website: http://geodesie.ign.fr/fiches/index.php?module=e&action=fichepdf&source=carte&sit_no=3913101
GPS coordinates: 46.61531,5.90293
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:47
The Jura department features varied landscapes with mountain ranges, limestone plateaus, and forested valleys. The terrain has shaped notable geological sites: the Hérisson waterfalls stretch over nearly 4 kilometers with 31 waterfalls, the Baume-les-Messieurs Reculée forms a closed valley with 200-meter-high walls, and the Langouette Gorges show a canyon carved by the Saine between vertical cliffs. Historic towns reflect the past of the region: Dole preserves its collegiate church and 16th- and 17th-century houses with arcades, Arbois hosts the Louis Pasteur house and wine cellars, while Salins-les-Bains displays its old salt production facilities listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Jura vineyards produce specific wines, including the yellow wine made in Château-Chalon, a village perched on a rocky spur overlooking the vineyards. The Haut-Jura Regional Natural Park offers hiking trails and cross-country skiing routes. The ski resorts of Les Rousses and Métabief welcome winter visitors at over 1100 meters altitude. Glacial lakes such as Chalain allow swimming and water activities during the summer.
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