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The best mountain hikes in the Jura Mountains

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Want to explore more of the mountains? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in the Jura Mountains to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in the Jura Mountains.

Last updated: November 23, 2025

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1. A breathtaking view – Blue Lake loop from Ambérieu-en-Bugey

21.9km

06:54

820m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Creux-du-Van – Creux du Van loop from Noiraigue

12.3km

04:35

730m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Le Reculet loop from Thoiry

10.4km

05:24

1,100m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4. Creux-du-Van – Creux du Van loop from Montalchez

10.8km

03:47

540m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5. Crêt der la Neige – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

13.3km

05:48

1,120m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6. La Dôle loop from Les Pralies

15.0km

05:01

670m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7. Le Reculet – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

7.87km

04:10

840m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8. Mättu Wändli Climbing Path – View from Balmfluehchöpfli loop from Rüttenen

8.87km

04:28

790m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. Mont Tendre – Le Belvédère loop from Montricher

14.0km

05:11

920m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. La Dôle – La Barillette loop from Les Chesaux

14.1km

04:52

670m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best mountain hikes in the Jura Mountains

1. A breathtaking view – Blue Lake loop from Ambérieu-en-Bugey

2. Creux-du-Van – Creux du Van loop from Noiraigue

3. Le Reculet loop from Thoiry

4. Creux-du-Van – Creux du Van loop from Montalchez

5. Crêt der la Neige – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

6. La Dôle loop from Les Pralies

7. Le Reculet – Somewhere on the ridge loop from Thoiry

8. Mättu Wändli Climbing Path – View from Balmfluehchöpfli loop from Rüttenen

9. Mont Tendre – Le Belvédère loop from Montricher

10. La Dôle – La Barillette loop from Les Chesaux

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