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Cusancin Valley

The Cusancin Valley is the jewel of our region. You can't visit us without making a detour there!

Enjoy the peace and greenery of this lovely valley. Nature lovers , this valley is for you. In summer, you'll appreciate the coolness of the area : an ideal place to recharge.

Two springs and a chapel

A true haven of peace , the Cusancin Valley invites you to stroll and wander . Once you reach the bottom of the valley, in the Val de Cusance, enjoy:

The Blue Spring , which is a calm and colorful underground resurgence.

The source of the Cusancin (or green source), which is a small, wilder stream.

Both are very easy to reach on foot and are well signposted! Afterwards, if you're so inclined, don't miss the Saint Ermenfroi chapel (a 10-minute walk). Perched on its rocky promontory, it overlooks the valley floor. Once up there, you'll have a lovely view of the Cusance valley!

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Blue spring in Val de Cusance
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Saint Ermenfroi Chapel
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Green source in Val de Cusance
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Blue spring in Val de Cusance
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Path leading to the blue spring in Val de Cusance
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Footbridge over the Cusancin – Discovery walk of the two sources
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Blue Spring Trail – Discovery walk of the two springs

The best hike in the valley.

For the more adventurous, starting from the church in the village of Cusance, you have the option of embarking on a 12km hike . First, gain some elevation on the ridges with beautiful views of the valley, then set off to discover the Blue and Green springs, passing by the Saint-Erminfroi chapel. A hike not to be missed.

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Trout fishing in the Cusancin

The Cusancin, a first- category river and tributary of the Doubs, is ideal for experienced anglers . This river originates in the Cusance valley and is fed by two previously mentioned springs, the Blue Spring and the Green Spring, which are actually resurgences.

The course of this river is adorned with numerous meanders and remarkable nassis, these small natural dams forming a threshold across. The water therefore flows in small waterfalls all along its course.

A paradise for anglers, this river is quite popular, but you'll need to be experienced : trout and grayling had better watch out…

F.A.Q

You can purchase your fishing permit from the Tourist Office, Bricomarché or on the website cartedepeche.fr

The Cusancin River is open for fishing from the 2nd Saturday in March to mid-September.

You can obtain the Cusancin regulations by visiting us or by clicking here.

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How to get to the valley from Baume les Dames ?

By car, take the D50 towards Pontarlier. At the village of Pont les Moulins, turn left towards the Cusancin valley. From this village, the road runs along the river to the Cusance valley.

By bike, take the Eurovélo 6 towards Montbéliard, then after the footbridge over the Cusancin, turn right, pass in front of the old Ropp pipe factory, then go up the D19E on the left, towards Pont les Moulins via the D331.