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Snowshoeing in the Jura Mountains

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The high valleys of the **Jura mountains**, between **Lajoux** and **La Pesse**, in **France**, are ideal for snowshoeing since the slopes are quite gentle.

The network of cottages is also a great advantage in this region. It allows us to follow nice itineraries enjoying the softness and roundness of the curves…

The environment and the landscapes are truly exceptional. This trip is completely adapted for a first approach to winter trail. Indeed, it’s the perfect trip for snow-lover beginners.

**Does this dreamy snowshoeing adventure sound interesting? Then please get in touch with me! I can give you more details and we can plan your trip!**

In numbers: 9,5km / Min altitude 1192m / Max altitude 1306m / Altitude change +240/-260m  
Lunch on the way, overnight in cottage (half board)

We meet at the Vie Neuve cottage and organise our equipment. Then we start walking to some of my favourite places, from where the views are incredible. During this day we cross Bellecombe, an emblematic High Jura valley. The highlight here is the softness and harmony of the landscapes.

Gîte de la Vie Neuve – Bellecombe – Night in a hut

In numbers: 11,2km / Min altitude 1254m / Max altitude 1513m / Altitude change +505/-499m  
Lunch on the way or at the refuge depending on the weather, overnight in cottage or refuge (half board)

Today is a panoramic day because we walk on a magnificent ridge line. I chose it due to its wild and aesthetic nature. We have lunch at the Borne au Lion. Then, depending on the level of the group, if you want we may go to the conquest of the Crêt de Chalam, historic and charismatic!

Bellecombe - Crêt au Merle - Borne au Lion - Crêt de Chalam

In numbers: 10,305km / Min altitude 1195m / Max altitude 1353m / Altitude change +280/-240m  
Lunch at the farmhouse inn La Combe aux Bisons / La Pesse, visiting the farm, overnight in cottage (half board)

Another beautiful path through the meadows until La Pesse and La Combe aux Bisons, which we visit and where we have lunch. Before that, we will have climbed the Crêt de Nerbier that offers breathtaking views. After lunch, we take a new path to reach our accommodation.

Borne au Lion - Crêt du Nerbier - Combe aux Bisons - Les Mouilles

In numbers: 7,39km / Min altitude 1129m / Max altitude 1293m / Altitude change +250/-235m  
Lunch on the way or at Les Moussières, it’s possible to spend the night at the Vie Neuve cottage (half board)

This is the last day of our adventure through the soft landscapes of the High Jura. The discovery is constant since we keep going off the beaten tracks! We will pass near the Moussières cheese dairy. We can visit and taste the delicious products. Finally, we go up to the Vie Neuve cottage through unsuspected paths.

Les Mouilles - Les Moussières - Combe au Prost - Les Molunes

Vie Neuve cottage (Les Molunes). It's possible to arrive on the night prior to the trip to the Vie Neuve cottage.

in this 4-day trip perfectly adapted to beginners, Lucas, UIMLA mountain leader, will take you snowshoeing along the stunning Jura high valleys.

Jura 4-day snowshoeing guided tour. 4-day trip. UIMLA guide

http://www.lucas-humbert-aem.fr/site/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/raid-en-raquettes-dans-les-hautes-combes-du-Jura.pdf

Jura 4-day snowshoeing guided tour

The highest summits of the **Jura mountains** are between **Bellegarde** and the **Faucille Pass**… This barrier between the **Alps** and **Jura** can be crossed through with semi autonomy.

The accommodation along the route is more spartan than elsewhere (unguarded on day 1). Therefore, it requires semi autonomy: bring food and a duvet…

I propose to accompany you in this adventure, through the crest of the ridge for an unforgettable experience!

Discover this exceptional frame during this trip in  semi-autonomy. It's an adventurous trip!

**Do you want more information about this incredible trip in the mountains? Then please get in touch with me! It will be a pleasure for me to accompany you in the discovery of this beautiful region.**

Are you looking for a snowshoeing trip in more comfort? I can also take you on this [4-day tour in the high valleys of Jura](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/snowshoeing-jura-high-valleys/)!

In numbers: 6,5 km / Altitude max. 1455 m / Altitude change +450/-135m  
Night at the unguarded Gralet Refuge (bring 1 duvet + food for dinner D1 + lunch for D2).  
\* Possibility to meet at the train station Bellegarde s/ Valserine

The meeting point is at the Menthières ski resort. We meet and verify the equipment, and then we start our trip heading to the Gralet refuge where we spend the first night. The profile of this first day is calm enough to meet and warm up for the training hike. Indeed, we arrive early to the Gralet refuge where we will enjoy a heated place.

Meeting at Menthières* - La Poutouille - Gralet Refuge

In numbers: 10.965 km / Altitude max. 1720 m / Altitude change +455 m/-460 m  
Lunch taken with you (autonomy), half board accommodation at the Ratou Refuge in the evening.

This is the fantastic ride in the sky with the most “technical” passages. Our progress on the crest of the ridge leads us to the two highest peaks in the Jura mountains: the Reculet and Crêt de la Neige. If the weather conditions are good, you will enjoy the beautiful views of the Alps, the “secret canyons” of Crêt de la Neige and magnificent mountain pines that mark out our route. If the weather is not so pleasant, it will be an opportunity to live an adventure in a polar atmosphere. An unforgettable experience!

Gralet Refuge - la Marie du Jura - Reculet Summit - Crêt de la Neige - Ratou refuge

In numbers: 11.135km / Altitude max. 1672 m / Altitude change +423m/-532m  
Lunch: snacks from the bag (Ratou refuge).

Third and last part of our fantastic ride. We’ll climb to the summit of the high mountain chain and we continue our progression that is a little easier today because the peaks are more “rounded”. Perhaps we shall have the chance to observe wildlife, normally quite abundant in this area. We finally arrive to the Faucille Pass after climbing some nice bumps with incredible views: the Mont Blanc has no secrets for us! Finally, we will organize the return to the starting point.

Ratou refuge - Colomby de Gex - Grand Montrond -Faucille Pass / Return to the departure point (car/taxi)

The meeting point is at the Menthières ski resort, at the Vie Neuve cottage (Les Molunes). We can also change this and meet at the train station Bellegarde s/ Valserine. 



Join Lucas, UIMLA mountain guide, in this 3-day snowshoeing trip in the Jura mountains. He will guide you in this adventure through the crest of the ridge!

Jura 3-day snowshoeing traverse. 3-day trip. UIMLA guide

http://www.lucas-humbert-aem.fr/site/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/travers%C3%A9e-des-monts-Jura-en-raquettes.pdf

Jura 3-day snowshoeing traverse

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