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Jura Self-guided 6-day Cycling Tour Level 3
The hilly ridges of the Jura stretch from Basel to Lake Geneva – the mysterious landscapes off the beaten track that fascinate every traveller. Anyone who thinks of the Jura dreams of fir forests, remote plateaus, grazing horses and spectacular viewpoints.
The Jura also includes the granary of Ajoie, the Doubs valley with the jewel of St. Ursanne, La Chaux-de-Fonds with its chessboard street pattern, the bustling Val de Travers, the caves of Vallorbe, the enchanting Lac de Joux, the world of luxury watchmakers and the magnificent wine-growing regions along Lake Geneva.
The Jura-Route with its diverse topographyis aimed at athletic bikers. It has an almost «exotic» character and leads through little known landscapes in the scarcely populated border country of France. Longers and steeper slopes can usually be shortened by train or cable cars where you can transport your bike as well.
Furthermore, the tour leads over lonely plateaus, some with spectacular views of the Swiss middle land and the high Alps (Freiberge, Balcon du Jura vaudois, Vallée de Joux, Parc naturel régional Jura Vaudois). The tour is almost entirely done on asphalt streets and is therefore perfect for racing bikes. For those who like it a little more leisurely, we recommend an electric bike.
If you would like to rent a bike (135 CHF) or e-bike (249 CHF) please contact our office when booking: [email protected]
Slow Tours offers a number of other Cycling Tours in Europe
Arrival to Basel | Basel - Miécourt
Luggage drop-off in Basel. With the buzz of Basel still present, you climb the first heights of the Jura, find peace and quiet along the wooded Swiss-French border river La Lucelle, and slowly immerse yourself in the rolling hills of the Ajoie.
Details: approx. 60 km á 930 m â 700 m
Miécourt – Saignelégier
The medieval town of St. Ursanne awaits you at the next Jura chain on the picturesque Jura river Doubs. Another sweaty ascent to the Franches Montagnes plateau is following with a vast, tranquil landscape, fir trees, grazing cows and horses.
Details: approx. 45 km á 1’250 m â 745 m
Saignelégier – Travers/Couvet
At the beginning, the picturesque Etang de la Gruère nature reserve and views of the snow-white peaks of the Mont-Soleil await you. . The lively metropolis of timekeeping is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From here through the high moor Les Ponts-des-Martel to Travers or Couvet.
Details: approx. 65 – 70 km á 1’100 m â 1’345 m
Travers/Couvet – Ste-Croix
You continue your ride along the trail of the Green Fairy through the Val-de-Travers. Ste-Croix and L'Auberson are well known for their beautiful jukeboxes, music boxes and artificial puppeteers.
Details: approx. 30 km á 625 m â 290 m
Ste-Croix – Vallée de Joux
The TGV sways over its tracks in the plain of Vallorbe. You climb up on Dent de Vaulion and reach Vallée de Joux. In this high valley the cool and clear Lac de Joux awaits you.
Details: approx. 45 km á 1’065 m â 1’110 m
Vallée de Joux – Nyon | Departure
Up to Col du Marchairuz. Here you will find hundreds of ant hills and artistically placed stone walls in the tranquil Parc Jura Vaudois. Finally, you can relax and easily roll down into the serenity of Lac Léman. After arrival in Nyon luggage retrieval and departure.
Details: approx. 55 km á 660 m â 1’270 m
Tours marked with are special prices.
Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
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Sep 21 2024 | Sep 26 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,324€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,025€ | |||||
Sep 22 2024 | Sep 27 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,324€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,025€ | |||||
Sep 23 2024 | Sep 28 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,324€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,025€ | |||||
Sep 24 2024 | Sep 29 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,324€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,025€ | |||||
Sep 25 2024 | Sep 30 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,324€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,025€ | |||||
Sep 26 2024 | Oct 01 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,324€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,025€ | |||||
Sep 27 2024 | Oct 02 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,324€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,025€ | |||||
Sep 28 2024 | Oct 03 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Sep 29 2024 | Oct 04 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Sep 30 2024 | Oct 05 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 01 2024 | Oct 06 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 02 2024 | Oct 07 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 03 2024 | Oct 08 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 04 2024 | Oct 09 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 05 2024 | Oct 10 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 06 2024 | Oct 11 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 07 2024 | Oct 12 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 08 2024 | Oct 13 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 09 2024 | Oct 14 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 10 2024 | Oct 15 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 11 2024 | Oct 16 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 12 2024 | Oct 17 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
Oct 13 2024 | Oct 18 2024 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,278€ | ||
Double rooms | 979€ |
If you prefer to drive yourself but would like to follow our itineraries and hotel choices we can help you with a brand new Renault vehicle - minimum 21 days - and have your itineraries and hotels ready for you.
Please email [email protected] for your choice of vehicle and pick-up and drop-off points in European countries.