Giron is a small village located in the Jura mountains close to Geneva. The elevation of Giron is 1000 meter and as the climate is continental, winters are quite cold allowing to ski, mainly cross country. Therefore, be aware that even in September temperatures could be low (10 to 5 degrees Celcius). It is possible to rent mountain bikes at the Chalet de la Fauconnière. There is also a swimming pool in case of nice weather!

The Jura mountains are known for their wildlife like Lynx and falcons (what's in a name for Chalet de la Fauconière!) and for cheese (Comté, Mont d'or). Giron is located within the regional parc: "Parc naturel régional du Haut Jura".