Hiking trails begin in the village of Tossiat, while the long-distance GR®59 “Des Vosges au Jura” trail runs over the hill above the village. There are also mountain biking loops through Tossiat, historical details at Saint-Marcel Church and a Saturday market.
Hiking and Cycling
The Circuit de la Chanaz circular trail is 3.3 kilometers long, starts in Tossiat and is described as a one-hour hike. Its length and duration provide a concrete basis for planning this route. The long-distance GR®59 “Des Vosges au Jura” trail has a different point of reference: it runs over the hill above Tossiat. The Circuit is defined by its distance and stated duration, while the GR®59 is characterized by its route above the village.
Two mountain biking loops run through Tossiat: No. 21, “Vignoble du Revermont, tour de Gravelles,” and No. 23, “Entre vignoble et gorge du Suran.” The numbers and names help distinguish the two routes. Details may change, so check the information for each loop before setting out.
There is a clear distinction when choosing a route: the Circuit de la Chanaz has a named distance and a stated hiking duration, while the GR®59 is characterized by its route above Tossiat. The mountain biking loops offer a separate cycling option. This lets you choose according to the type of activity you want to shape your stay around.
Church and Village History
Several historical details can be distinguished at Saint-Marcel Church. The choir, nave and façade date from the 15th century. The former Saint-Sébastien Chapel inside the church contains wall frescoes depicting an Annunciation and apostles’ heads, dating from 1417. There is also an 18th-century gilded wooden high altar. The different dates refer to different elements: the architectural features, wall paintings and furnishings do not all belong to a single building phase. The frescoes offer a different point of interest through their subjects than the altar, which is identified by its material and century.
The Lavoir de la Chanaz adds another kind of place to this picture: it is an emblematic washhouse in the village of Tossiat, at the foot of the Revermont. The village’s history thus encompasses not only church architecture but also a named place with its own function.
Saturday Market in Tossiat
A market featuring local producers takes place in Tossiat on Saturdays. A report dated June 11, 2026, names eggs, goat cheese, and charcuterie and butcher’s products among the offerings from regular vendors. This adds a specific culinary connection to the hiking and cultural attractions. If you’re going to the market for a particular product, check what’s on offer beforehand.
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