Sports and leisure activities Jura

Kids, do you know Rouxy the fox at Les Rousses resort, for whom he's the mascot? Then come and discover his ideal world. In the heart of the resort, just a stone's throw from the tourist office, this play area is dedicated to you. Activities include trampolines, inflatables, wooden and outdoor games, origami workshops, kite flying, painting, face painting and more. In season, there's a weekly fair with entertainment and competitions, and why not celebrate a birthday - anything's possible in Rouxy's world.

If you want to share a unique Nordic moment, this is for you. Le Ponard is an old alpine chalet nestled in the Risoux forest (1,200 m altitude). Individuals or groups can make a gourmet stop there at lunchtime, in the evening by reservation, or have a snack in the afternoon... It is the starting point for many hikes (even at night) accompanied by a qualified guide (animal tracks, tales under the stars, snowshoe walks...). The nights are enlivened with shows by regional artists. A real return to the roots.

Michel Pagnier, master butcher and horseman, passionate about nature, offers horseback riding and guided rides in the forest in horse-drawn carriages with 4 to 16 seats, open or covered, depending on the weather. The carriages are equipped for people with reduced mobility or in wheelchairs. In winter, sledges with a roof overhead replace them. Depending on the length of your stay, you can attend field or forestry work, including skidding.

Heritage at risk at Château de Vaulgrenant, Pagnoz. The adventure follows a young archaeologist, Cléo, as she tries to help Victor, heir to the château, in his quest for recognition. It's said that the castle ruins are even haunted... This Explor Games® will take you through forest trails to the ruins of the castle once inhabited by the Lords of Vaulgrenant!

1 to 4 players per tablet. Duration: 2h30 (4 km), with gradient (course not suitable for baby carriages and PRM). Reservations recommended (compulsory for groups).

Michaël Parmentier is a nature and outdoor sports instructor who offers sporting activities during your stay in the Jura. Located on the first plateau, in the commune of Mirebel, you can join him in exploring the many hiking trails and sharing his knowledge of the area. He also offers electric bike rides, archery and paddles and canoes for hire on Lac de Chalain. Contact him for information and bookings to discover the Jura in a different way.

If you enjoy mountain biking without being an expert, this introductory course will be perfect for you! With only five kilometers and 45 minutes of pedaling, the circuit offers just enough incline to let you enjoy yourself without too much effort. Start from the Lamoura tourist office and follow mountain bike route no. 23 all the way: it takes you first to Haut-du-Bruchet, then to Tresberruy. To return to your starting point, take the RD25.

The Northern Domain Oh! Jura consists of three stations: Cheese, Bellefontaine and Longchaumois. Nordic ski enthusiasts will surely enjoy their happiness, thanks to the 190 kilometres of bottom tracks and 22 snowshoe hiking trails. With varying difficulty, the different loops explore the mountain chain and the Swiss border, alternating passages in forests and lakes. The impressive activity panel allows you to compose your program according to the time you have and your level by varying the pleasures.

Tariff: Cross-country ski package from € 7 for Cheese and from € 8 for Bellefontaine and Longchaumois.

Duration: from one hour.

Difficulty: the tracks range from a very easy (green) level to a very difficult (black) level.

Two Nordic ski areas (Foncine-le-Haut and Haute-Joux, at altitudes of 930 to 1,275 meters) combine 26 snowshoe trails and 285 km of Nordic runs! A colossal playground that you can explore at your own pace, over several days or just a few hours. These snowshoe loops, from 1 to 10 km in length, let you discover the snow-covered landscapes of the Jura, alternating between forest passages and ridge walks, without ever having to retrace your steps! Great ideas for family outings during the winter vacations!

The name Pi-che-vel means that you can walk, ride and cycle. Here, the advice is precious for successful outings in the land of "tales and legends" the Bresse and the Revermont. The coachman-storyteller with his Comtois horses, suggests the discovery of nature, agriculture, craftsmen... Hiking trails have been marked and are maintained. Several mountain bike circuits are proposed. You can make up your stay à la carte (activities, meals, accommodation and itineraries). To discover alone or in group, one or several days.

It is in the Jura Mountains that Sophie Tissot, a woman of many hats, accompanies and guides visitors through the Jura mountains. As a professional musher, she transmits her love for animals and her passion for sports and mountains. In all seasons, you can discover the Jura massif harnessed by dogs, in snowshoes, in sled or on skis in winter and in cani-rando in summer. Sophie proposes stays in total immersion with the dogs and the nature, go camping 1 or 2 nights at the top of the Jura.

A true mountain course, the Domaine du Mont-Saint-jean golf course offers 6,000 meters and 18 holes. Set in exceptional natural surroundings on the edge of the Noirmont Massif, the course alternates between obstacles, fairways and elevated tees in the middle of nature. The most experienced players will be delighted to challenge their technique. The restaurant and 3-star hotel invite you to come and discover the region.

Yves Faillenet is a guide on the Loue, the Ain, but also on the Bienne and some lakes of the department. Recognized "Quality Tourism", he teaches fly fishing, for all levels, but also toc, lure and ultra-light. His courses are also dedicated to trout and predators. They are aimed at children/teenagers, but also at groups. Courses from 1 to 5 days, including during school holidays. We also teach you to "read the river" in the most beautiful and preserved settings.

Pierre-Emmanuel Aubry guide on Biel, but also on Ain and the Doubs-Franco-Swiss in Goumois. It teaches all the techniques of fly fishing, with a preference for the nymph in sight. Pierre-Emmanuel offers training and development courses, internships dedicated to teenagers who are very successful, host groups. Most: This guide speaks English and Spanish. It is formal: along the banks of communes rivers, it is entering the magical universe of exceptional rivers. The Kingdom of indigenous zebra trout, the valleys of the river Ain, Bienne, or the Doubs Franco-Switzerland in Goumois will captivate both the confirmed fishermen and the beginners for the quality of the fishery.

The AAPPMA, the fishing company of the Haut-Jura, manages the most sporty routes. In 1st category of private domain: La Biel, the Biennette, the Reach de la Reach from sources to the "Le Rafu", except private sector at Senegalese level. In 2nd category of private domain: Lake des Rousses, the lakes of the Dead and the Bellefontaine. Fish settlement: On Batch 1 lots: fario trout and sculpin. On Batch 2 lots (Rousses and Bellefontaine Lakes): fario trout, pike, perch, cunner, roach, rotengle, whitefish, chevesne.

Route managed by the Biennoise along Biel and its tributaries. In the first category of the private domain: The Biel Du in Villard-sur-Biel, at the Molinges bridge, all the tributaries of Biel in the section managed by the association: the Longviry, the Parr, the Lizon and the deductions of Cuttura and Raviolles, the Flumen, the Abyss, the Grosdar and the downstream part of the Héria. In the first category of the public domain: Biel, downstream from the bridge of Molinges and until the confluence with the Merdançon in Dortan. In the second category of the public domain: the Retenue restraint, from the downstream confluence of the Merdançon to Dortan at the confluence with Ain. Fish settlement: fario and minnow trout.

You will find along the Intrenet site of the departmental federation all the necessary information for the practice of fishing in this beautiful region. Whatever your age or your technical level, the Jura offers very nice surprises for you. La Fédération gathers 13,000 fishermen practicing their leisure throughout the year and nearly 7,000 during their vacations. With over 2,100 km of rivers, and nearly 3,000 acres of natural and artificial lakes, Jura is a paradise for fishermen. More: it is possible to download and print its fishing card on the website.

For many years, brothers Guy and Hervé Balland explored the cross-country ski trails, taking part in events such as the French championship, the World Cup and the Olympic Games. But their passion for skiing hasn't waned. The three Balland stores are located close to the slopes, offering rental and sales services for cross-country and alpine skis, snowshoes, clothing, boots and even summer hiking equipment, as the mountains also offer their charms in the summer season.

The Mont Pupet Salins bike park is a paradise for mountain bikers. The trails are well groomed and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Riders can choose from a variety of trails, including downhill, cross-country and freestyle. The downhill trails are the most popular, offering fast, technical descents that test riders' skills. The Mont Poupet Salins bike park is accessible by car or train.

Julien Garnier is a Jura sportsman with a passion for cycling. It was following his many experiences in the sporting world that he decided to set up his own business in 2022. His aim is to share not only his know-how, but also his in-depth knowledge of the department and its great outdoors. Today, he offers a fleet of bicycles of all kinds: electric, gravel, mountain bikes, shotgun and children's trailers, for self-guided or guided hire. He's a bike lover who'll take you on a journey through his passions. A touching character to meet!

Electricity is now making its way into scooters, up and down the Jura. We owe it to Jean-Luc L'Hostis. He left his native Picardy to conquer the Jura massif after 30 years of mountain biking. With a CQP VTM diploma, it was on the^first plateau that he launched his electric scooter complex in the middle of nature. All terrain scooters, with great autonomy and disc brakes. Routes between Château-Chalon and Baume-les-Messieurs for novices or experienced riders, from 12 years old. Accompanied by a guide, the rides last from 1 to 2 hours.

Anthony Daubigney's donkeys offer an experience that will quickly make you forget about your car, adding a quirky touch to tourism at 1,000 meters altitude. Whether you are accompanied by the donkey driver or not, a "getting started" package is provided, including detailed explanations. This activity can be enjoyed in both summer and winter, with options starting from 2 hours, but you also have the option of roaming for 6 days or more in the company of your new friend. The Randonnées en étoiles package is a must!

In the heart of nature, this family leisure park offers a wide range of activities for the whole family: nets suspended in the trees, ludiK trail, Explor Games, horse or donkey rides, themed evenings, mini-farm, rental of all-terrain electric scooters... In season, the guinguette with small local and homemade restaurants allows you to spend the day on the site. In winter, by reservation only, come to ski or snowshoe to taste a warm Mont d'Or by the fire under the tepee or walk on horseback in the snowy combes.

A single, multi-sided club, a soft, compact foam ball to reduce both distance (100 meters) and risk, and a 9-hole, 4-hectare course... Welcome to Chapelle-Voland Swingolf! Unless you prefer Footgolf? If you're new to the game, don't worry: the rules are the same as for Swingolf, except that you'll be replacing the ball with... a soccer ball! In all cases, fun and relaxation are guaranteed. In short, it's the perfect activity for families.

The Berbois Equestrian Farm nestles in the heart of the Parc Naturel du Haut Jura, at the foot of the famous Crêt de Chalam. Before setting off on a trail ride, we systematically introduce you to the animals, using free-roaming techniques that encourage bonding. Recently, in addition to simple hikes, immersion stays have been offered for both enthusiasts and beginners. Animal communication courses are also organized.

Long-time sports instructor Mickaël Parmentier offers you the chance to discover the Jura countryside on a classic or electric mountain bike, paddle or canoe. And why not indulge in the pleasures of archery and, more recently, archery tag, an activity similar to paintball but with a foam bow and arrow? You won't have to worry about a thing, as all equipment can be rented. Introductory courses are also available. There are also two attractive gîtes (Le Fenaud) for 4 and 6 people.

A lifelong fishing enthusiast, Romain Delbosc spent more than twenty years fishing on the many lakes and rivers of the Jura before deciding to share his passion and expertise. The instructor-guide offers you the chance to learn or improve your fishing techniques, either on the water or by boat. This is the perfect opportunity to discover the aquatic fauna. Or guide you around the lakes of Chalain, Ilay, Vouglans or Clairvaux. Cane-in-hand outings available by the day or half-day.

Rouxy is a world dedicated to children. An ideal world of games, activities, routes and creations specially designed for children. This play area offers a wide range of activities to share with the whole family, including trampolines, inflatable games and indoor and outdoor wooden games. Children are supervised by their parents during free-time activities. Qualified activity leaders also offer supervised activities and workshops. It's very convenient, because it's right in the heart of the resort, next door to Commando Games.

Lacemakers, Dominique teaches lace while her husband Rémi practices "mise en carte". In their boutique, you'll find everything you need to design your own lace, as well as everything you need for knitting, embroidery, sewing and other handmade products. Like tailor-made garments adapted to different handicaps. Training courses are also offered, in partnership with the Centre d'Enseignement de la Dentelle aux Fuseaux in Le Puy-en-Velay. A wonderful address. And unique in the Jura!

The Great Lake Clairvaux-les-Lacs beach has an asset that differentiates it from others: a dive, at the end of the pier. Only 4 on-site diving sites exist in France! In 1945, the construction of the jetty was begun to create improvised swimming facilities for sports structures. In 1948 a dive on the pier by the commune was prepared. In 1997, the structure was consolidated with metal structures with today 3 supermounted fountains in platforms (3 m, 5 m, and 7.50 m). A rescue station is located nearby. A beach chair for disabled guests is available. The waters of the Grand Lake and the fine sandy beach are the ideal place for a summer stop in complete safety: the site is well maintained and bathing is monitored. It is possible to sail, rent a canoe, a mountain bike… Playground, children's games, picnic area, snack and restaurant, everything is planned for a pleasant day.

Doucier Aventure is an amusement park located in Doucier, Jura. The park offers two adventure courses for thrill-seekers. It's a good idea to check the opening times before you visit.

Eskaléo Jura specializes in canyoning and via ferrata activities in the Jura region. They offer a number of via ferrata routes, including those at Lac de Vouglans, Morez and Pic de l'Aigle, as well as canyoning descents at the Grosdar cascades downstream, the Malvaux gorges at Foncine le Bas and Coiserette near Saint Claude. The canyoning and via ferrata sites are located in the heart of the Haut Jura Regional Nature Park. Eskaléo Jura is highly rated by customers, with 178 positive reviews.