A massive natural rock arena with sheer cliffs up to 160 m high. You can get there with an easy 10-minute walk from the parking near Restaurant Le Soliat, or make it a full-day hike from the valley.
🚠 Start:
Short: Park near Restaurant Le Soliat, 300 m walk to rim
Long: Train to Noiraigue, 14 km loop hike to the top (~5 h)
⏱ Distance & time:
Short: 600 m return • ~10 min
Long: 14 km loop • ~5 h • 780 m up/down
📍 Highlights: Dramatic cliff edges, panoramic Jura views, ibex spotting
How to get there
🚆 Train to Noiraigue for the long hike
🚗 Park near Restaurant Le Soliat for the short walk (limited spots)
Tips
Stay away from cliff edges – no barriers
The long hike is steep in parts, go early to avoid heat
No barriers on the edge, watch your step especially in wet or icy weather