Jura is a department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in the east of France named after the Jura Mountains.
Baume Abbey, in its village of Baume-les-Messieurs, Jura, France, was founded as a Benedictine abbey not far from the still-travelled Roman road linking Besançon and Lyon. It stands near the source of the Dard. Around it the village of Baume-les-Messieurs is congregated. The abbey is known for its sixteenth-century retable.
Learn more Book this experienceThe Lac de Vouglans is the reservoir of the hydro-electric power station at Vouglans on the River Ain in the département of Jura in the region of Franche-Comté in eastern France. The dam, the Barrage de Vouglans is at coordinates 46°23′51″N 5°39′56″E.
Learn more Book this experienceEnjoy a unique experience in the heart of the unspoilt nature of the Jura by taking part in a canoe-kayak trip on the River Ain with Les Magiciens d'Eau! When you immerse yourself in the waters of the Ain, you'll immediately be captivated by the natu...
Book this experienceFranche-Comté is a cultural and historical region of eastern France. It is composed of the modern departments of Doubs, Jura, Haute-Saône and the Territoire de Belfort. In 2016, its population was 1,180,397. From 1956 to 2015, the Franche-Comté was a French administrative region. Since 1 January 2016, it has been part of the new region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
Learn moreLacs de Maclu are two lakes at Le Frasnois in the Jura department of France. The Grand Lac Maclu has a surface area of 21 ha and a length of 1.1 km with a maximum width of 300 m. Its maximum depth is 24 m.
Learn more Book this experienceExplore the underground cavities of the Grotte de la Borne aux Cassots with Alexandre Foulc. Caving is an activity to be shared with others, so come with friends or family! While the children enjoy playing the explorer, the adults enjoy this first un...
Book this experienceBaume-les-Messieurs is a commune in the Jura department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France. The village lies within the most extensive of the steephead valleys of the Jura escarpment, the Reculée de Baume.
Learn moreBesançon is the capital of the department of Doubs in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. The city is located in Eastern France, close to the Jura Mountains and the border with Switzerland.
Learn moreLac des Rousses is a lake in Les Rousses, Jura department, Franche-Comté, France, close to the Vallée de Joux in Switzerland. The lake drains through the Orbe into Lac de Joux.
Learn more Book this experienceLes Rousses is a commune in the Canton of Hauts de Bienne of Jura department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France, on the Swiss border.
Learn morePatornay is a commune in the Jura department in Franche-Comté in eastern France.
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⛰️ Hill stationJura is a department in the east of France. It is named after the Jura Mountains, which cover much of the department.
There are a few things to keep in mind when traveling to Jura France:
-The best time to visit Jura is in the summer, when the weather is warm and the days are long.
-Be sure to pack comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
-Jura is a beautiful, but rural, area. There are not many restaurants or bars, so it is important to plan ahead and pack your own food and drinks.
-If you are hoping to see some wildlife, Jura is home to many deer, hare, and foxes.
There are many great travel experiences to be had in Jura, France. However, one of the most memorable and enjoyable experiences is definitely hiking through the stunning landscapes and enjoying the incredible views.
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