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Jura Crest 5-day Self-guided Walking Tour Level 2
The Jura Crest Trail is considered the classic among national long-distance trails. Signalization of the route, starting at Zurich and ending just before Genève, began as early as 1905. It links two major Swiss towns and as the name suggests, leads over the Swiss Jura heights. This makes a sweeping arc towards the northwest, so those hiking this trail go a little round the bend – and over the language boundary!
For the steep ascents a good condition is needed. The trails are easy to walk, but they may beslippery on wet days
Slow Tours offers a number of other Walking Tours in Europe
Arrival to Solothurn | Solothurn – Biel
Luggage drop-off in Solothurn. Short train ride to Oberdorf and by cable car up to Weissenstein, where you reach the Jura Crest Trail. From the roof of Canton Solothurn, with views across the Jura arc to the Mittelland and snow-capped Alps and on through forests and typical Jura meadows. The first third is also a Planetenweg (planet path). Language border at Montagne de Romont.
Approx. 6.5 h approx. 24 km 700 m 1'415 m
Biel – Le Paquier
From the low-lying Schüss-Valley to the crest of the Bernese Jura. An almost constant, yet comfortable climb to scale the Chasseral, already seen from afar. Sensational panoramic view with the Mittelland lakes: a feast for the eyes. From Chasseral transfer down to Les Bugnenets/ Le Paquier.
Approx. 6 h approx. 17 km 1'340 m 270 m
Le Paquier – La Chaux-de-Fonds
A varied hike between the upper St. Imier Valley and the Val de Ruz Valley with the winter-sports resort, Le Pâquier (hometown of ski-ace Didier Cuche). From the top of the pass Vue-des-Alpes by bus or taxi to La Chaux-de-Fonds.
Approx. 6 h approx. 20 km 760 m 1'000 m
La Chaux-de-Fonds – Travers/Couvet
By bus or taxi back to the Vue-des-Alpes pass. Enjoy the fantastic panoramic view from the high mountain chain with the Tête de Ran and Mont Racine peaks. The slabs of the rocky spur provide a breathtaking view down to Lac de Neuchâtel, before making the steep descent to Noiraigue.
Approx. 6 h approx. 20 km 790 m 1'275 m
Circular hike Creux du Van | Departure or extension
The perspiration at the start of this stage is well worth it: the highlight of the tour is the natural rock amphitheatre of Creux du Van, Swiss equivalent of the Grand Canyon. From the heights you can enjoy wonderful views on the sparkling waters of Lake Neuenburg. You continue down to Couvet after your hike.
Approx. 5 h approx. 16 km 915 m 420 m
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Sep 15 2024 | Sep 19 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
Double rooms | 875€ | |||||
Sep 16 2024 | Sep 20 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
Double rooms | 875€ | |||||
Sep 17 2024 | Sep 21 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 19 2024 | Sep 23 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 20 2024 | Sep 24 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 21 2024 | Sep 25 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 22 2024 | Sep 26 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 23 2024 | Sep 27 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 24 2024 | Sep 28 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 25 2024 | Sep 29 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 26 2024 | Sep 30 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 27 2024 | Oct 01 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,064€ | ||
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Sep 28 2024 | Oct 02 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
Double rooms | 855€ | |||||
Sep 29 2024 | Oct 03 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Sep 30 2024 | Oct 04 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 01 2024 | Oct 05 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 02 2024 | Oct 06 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 03 2024 | Oct 07 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 04 2024 | Oct 08 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 05 2024 | Oct 09 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 06 2024 | Oct 10 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 07 2024 | Oct 11 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 08 2024 | Oct 12 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 09 2024 | Oct 13 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 10 2024 | Oct 14 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 11 2024 | Oct 15 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 12 2024 | Oct 16 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
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Oct 13 2024 | Oct 17 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,044€ | ||
Double rooms | 855€ |
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