Things to do in Jura: the must-see sights

Area guide · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · 4 places to discover

A mountain massif of limestone plateaus cut by reculées and waterfalls, the Jura cultivates a strong way of life around its distinctive vineyard, cheeses and highland lakes.

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The 4 must-see places in Jura

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Hérisson Waterfalls Must-see

A series of 31 waterfalls running for 3 km through a wooded reculée, one of the finest natural sites in the Jura.

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Lac de Chalain Must-see

A large natural lake of glacial origin with turquoise waters, popular for swimming and water activities in summer.

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Reculée des Planches (Baume-les-Messieurs)

A dead-end valley cut into the limestone plateau, home to caves, waterfalls and the Baume-les-Messieurs abbey.

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Vineyard of the Jura

A distinctive vineyard producing the famous vin jaune, unique grape varieties grown on the hillsides between Arbois and Château-Chalon.

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