Nans-sous-Sainte-Anne

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An ideal holiday base for hiking, climbing, cycling, canoeing, excursions to nearby Switzerland, Burgundy...

Nans-sous-Sainte-Anne (altitude: 367 m, population: 130) is situated in beautiful countryside close to the Doubs/Jura border, at the head of a valley and largely surrounded by forested hills.

Local attractions include a spectacular waterfall at the source of the river Lison (just a short walk from the house), the Taillanderie museum of rural industry, cave systems and hiking routes. There is something for everyone, from the casual walker to experienced rock-climbers and speleologists.

Local amenities

The village is not served by public transport, so a car is virtually essential.

A dairy across the road from the mairie sells excellent Comté and Morbier cheeses, made on the premises. Farm-fresh milk is available around milking time.

A baker's van passes through the village every morning (listen out for the sound of his horn!); a butcher visits twice a week and there is a Saturday afternoon fruit & vegetable stall on the dairy forecourt.

There is a letterbox (collections every weekday) and coin-operated(!) payphones by the village hall and mairie. Cellphone coverage can be variable on account of the terrain.

The Lison Accueil gîte d’étape rents sporting equipment (especially climbing gear).

The nearest supermarket, pharmacy, bank, post office, etc. are all a 15-minute drive away in Salins-les-Bains, Amancey or Levier.