The undulating mountain ranges of the Jura stretch from Basel to Nyon. The route of your cycling vacation along the Jura route takes you through sparse pine forests, across lonely plateaus, and past grazing horses. Stop off in La Chaux-de-Fonds to immerse yourself in the world of timepieces at the watch museum. Experience the Jura from the saddle of your bike.
6 days / 5 nights
from $ 1,210
Price applies per adult with half-fare in a double room.
The impressive world of timepieces in the Watch Museum in La Chaux-de-Fonds
Magnificent vineyards along Lake Geneva
Saint-Ursanne – a medieval town on the banks of the Doubs river
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Travel itinerary
Overview
Day 1 Arrival in Basel and bike ride to Miécourt
Day 2 Cycle ride from Miécourt to Saignelégier
Day 3 Cycle ride from Saignelégier to Travers/Couvet
Day 4 Cycle ride from Travers/Couvet to Ste-Croix
Day 5 Cycle ride from Ste-Croix to Vallée de Joux
Day 6 Bike ride from Vallée de Joux to Nyon and return journey from Nyon
Day 1
Arrival in Basel and bike ride to Miécourt
Daily Itinerary
You travel from your individual starting point to Basel. From there, you cycle to Miécourt.
Distance: 60 km / 37 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 3,051 ft ↓ 2,297 ft
Overnight stay in Miécourt
Day 2
Cycle ride from Miécourt to Saignelégier
Daily Itinerary
You continue by bike from Miécourt to Saignelégier. A wide, peaceful landscape with meadows, fir trees, cows, and horses awaits you along the way.
Distance: 45 km / 28 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 4,101 ft ↓ 2,444 ft
Overnight stay in Saignelégier
Day 3
Cycle ride from Saignelégier to Travers/Couvet
Daily Itinerary
You continue by bike from Saignelégier to Travers/Couvet. You cycle from the Franches-Montagnes plateau with its moorland ponds to the largest solar power plant in Switzerland.
Distance: 45 – 70 km / 28 – 43 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 1,903 ft – 3,707 ft ↓ 3,002 ft – 4,511 ft
Overnight stay in Travers/Couvet
Day 4
Cycle ride from Travers/Couvet to Ste-Croix
Daily Itinerary
From Travers/Couvet, ride your bike to Ste-Croix. Explore the history of absinthe – also known as the Green Fairy – in Val-de-Travers.
Distance: 30 km / 19 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 2,051 ft ↓ 951 ft
Overnight stay in Ste-Croix
Day 5
Cycle ride from Ste-Croix to Vallée de Joux
Daily Itinerary
You cycle from Ste-Croix to the Vallée de Joux.
Distance: 45 km / 28 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 3,494 ft ↓ 3,642 ft
Overnight stay in Vallée de Joux
Day 6
Bike ride from Vallée de Joux to Nyon and return journey from Nyon
Daily Itinerary
You continue on your bike from the Vallée de Joux to Nyon. You then return to your starting point from Nyon.
Distance: 55 km / 34 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 2,165 ft ↓ 4,167 ft
When is the best time to travel?
Travel period
March to October
Recommended travel period
May to October
High season
July, August
Important information about the trip
What our Switzerland expert says
On two wheels through the Jura Mountains
The perfect route if you want to discover the Jura Mountains in the fresh air and on two wheels. Take a spontaneous break if you particularly like a place.
Tailor the trip to your needs.
6 days / 5 nights
from $ 1,210
Price applies per adult with half-fare in a double room.
