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Jura: Lakes, Waterfalls and Family Adventure
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Jura: Lakes, Waterfalls and Family Adventure

Emerald lakes, spectacular waterfalls, via ferrata and farmhouse Comté cheese — the Jura with family.

Four days as a family in the Jura, in the land of lakes and waterfalls. The route links the Hérisson waterfalls, a spectacular sequence of falls in the forest, the turquoise Lake Chalain, Baume-les-Messieurs nestled in its box canyon, and the vast Lake Vouglans. It's generous, refreshing nature, ideal with children: supervised swimming, accessible trails and caves to explore. The Hérisson waterfalls are most impressive in spring and after rain; in summer, the lakes offer swimming and water sports. Bring good shoes for the sometimes-slippery paths near the falls, and a picnic by the water. A perfect nature destination to unwind as a family.

Practical info

Stops
5
Duration
4 days
Transport
🚗 Car
Distance
70 km
Best time
Summer and school holidays
Areas crossed
BonlieuMarignyBaume-les-MessieursPont-de-PoittePoligny

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Cascades du Hérisson

    31 sauts et 7 cascades sur 3 km, dont l'Éventail et le Grand Saut.

  2. 2

    Lac de Chalain

    Plus grand lac naturel du Jura, baignade et canoë en eaux turquoise.

  3. 3

    Baume-les-Messieurs

    Reculée spectaculaire, abbaye bénédictine et grottes à stalactites.

  4. 4

    Lac de Vouglans

    Troisième plus grand lac artificiel de France, kayak et plages.

  5. 5

    Fromagerie à comté

    Capitale du comté, Maison du Comté et affinage en cave.

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