Exploring heritage
Must-see towns and villages
The towns and villages of the french Jura are among top things to see. Baume-les-Messieurs, Château-Chalon, Lods have a unique and authentic character that comes from the region's natural forces. Some are among France's most beautiful villages, while others have the status of "Cité de Caractère" which is awarded to characterful historic towns. Oozing with charm, these tourist attractions invite you to come and explore them.
A wealth of heritage
The most beautiful villages in France
Listed among France's most beautiful villages, Château-Chalon, Lods and Baume-les-Messieurs are must visit. These villages are perfect for a charming escape surrounded by dizzying cliffs, waterfalls and vineyards.
Focus on 2 towns oozing with character
Ornans and Arbois are both picturesque towns that are well worth visiting.
Ornans, the Little Venice of Franche-Comté
Ornans is tucked in the green haven of the Loue valley. There are plenty of reasons to visit this little town : romantic walks in its picturesque centre, canoeing trips, panoramic viewpoints...
Ornans
Arbois, the Jura wines capital
Arbois nestles in the heart of the Jura vineyard.Come and explore the area, discover some superb architecture and scenery, and make sure you taste the local delights!
Arbois
Go on a City Break
Cities in the mountain range
Treat yourself to a city break in one of the mountain range's major towns: Lons-le-Saunier, Montbéliard, Bourg-en-Bresse, Dole or Besançon. You'll succumb to the charm of their unique features, waiting to be seen just a short distance away from the first mountain plateaus!
That's just what the Jura Mountains are all about, holidays with variety, where the joys of the mountains and of the city are all rolled into one!
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City break Weekend in Besançon: citadel, gardens and other essentials
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City break Things to see and do on a weekend in Dole
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City break Things to do on a family weekend in Montbéliard
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City break Town and mountains, a summer weekend in Bourg-en-Bresse
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City break Things to see and do on a weekend in Lons-le-Saunier
