
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
Itinerary
- 1
Cascades du Hérisson
31 sauts et 7 cascades sur 3 km, dont l'Éventail et le Grand Saut.
- 2
Lac de Chalain
Plus grand lac naturel du Jura, baignade et canoë en eaux turquoise.
- 3
Baume-les-Messieurs
Reculée spectaculaire, abbaye bénédictine et grottes à stalactites.
- 4
Lac de Vouglans
Troisième plus grand lac artificiel de France, kayak et plages.
- 5
Fromagerie à comté
Capitale du comté, Maison du Comté et affinage en cave.

