Cycling and mountain biking, everywhere and for everyone

There are 2 different approaches to cycling. Conventional cyclists will enjoy pedalling along the cycle paths set aside especially for them. Others, more adventurous at heart, won't hesitate to go exploring into the depths of nature.

Whatever your preference (not that you have to choose!), the Jura Mountains have just the cycling terrain for you.

The only difficulty is choosing

2,000km of cycling itineraries

To you, cycling is a fun activity to enjoy at the weekend with the family, your friends or other members of your cycling club.

Well, bear in mind that the Jura Mountains boast no less than 130km of tarmac paths devoted entirely to cyclists (no cars or mopeds!)... Not to mention some 2,000km of waymarked cycling itineraries (but shared with other users).

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A bike-friendly brand name

For your stopovers, look for the Accueil Vélo sign!

This guarantees the accommodation:

is located within 5 km of a cycling itinerary
is suitably equipped for cyclists (lockable bike shed, repair kit)
offers awarm welcome to cyclists (practical information, advice, itineraries, weather info, etc.)
provides specific services for touring cyclists: luggage forwarding, laundry, bike rental, bike washing

Find your bike-friendly accommodation

Unleash the adventurer in you

Mountain biking in all its forms

Or maybe you're an adrenalin seeker who enjoys going "off the beaten track" and gets that sense of freedom just from straddling a mountain bike.

You don't have to be completely dauntless to go off on an adventure, on a revitalising inner journey... (let's not forget that helmets are compulsory!) and the Jura Mountains have some very convincing arguments!

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Discover mountain biking in the region ... via video

Gravel paradise

The Jura Mountains cover a length of 360 km and have so much to offer! This land seems to have been designed especially for gravel bikes that are increasingly popular with cyclists looking to cover all sorts of terrain, past incredible viewpoints and on all types of tracks.

Gravel biking tracks

© Département du Doubs - Alexandre Leroy

Circuit Sans dessus Dessoubre Gravel circuits gravel dans le Doubs

Thanks to the ‘Points-Noeuds’ network...

Plan your own itinerary through the Doubs

Thanks to the markings and numbered junctions, it is easy to plan your own personalised itinerary that is suited to your needs and level of ability.

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Family bike rides

The most beautiful greenways

In the Jura Mountains, it’s easy for cyclists to find a greenway, those lanes and paths where cars are not allowed. Ideal for a fabulous family outing... and the safest option for children learning to ride a bike!

So, let us take you along old railway lines, around lakes and into nature reserves. Get ready to explore along our most beautiful greenways!

On your bike

Local itineraries and loops

Whatever your level and preferences, you’re sure to find your perfect route, be it a lakeside cycle path or an MTB trail, up in the mountains or deep in the forest. A pleasant variety!

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