Trail along the railway line – Étang Plain-de-Saigne loop from Bollement

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Trail along the railway line – Étang Plain-de-Saigne loop from Bollement

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Trail along the railway line – Étang Plain-de-Saigne loop from Bollement

02:48

39.4km

530m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 39.1 km for 179 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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583 m

Trail along the railway line

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In addition to the train route from Gloverier to La Chaux-de-Fonds, there is a small path that is ideal for driving. The train route is very busy. Exciting is the …

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2.62 km

Restaurant Buffet de la gare, La Combe

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Not far from the Etang offers a possibility for a rest with food, or just to enjoy the sun with a glass of beer on the terrace.

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4.44 km

Étang Plain-de-Saigne

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This is the Etang de Plain-de-Saigne, a raised bog and peat bog of national importance and also a significant birdwatching spot. Understandably, swimming in the bog is not allowed, but …

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6.45 km

Like a Wild West Railway Station, at first glance it looks as if you are approaching by bike.
La Traction, Train à vapeur des Franches-Montagnes, as it is called.
More detailed information can be found here: la-traction.ch

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13.7 km

Marché-Concours Hall

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Undoubtedly an architectural landmark of Saignelégier with a recognizable character. Known as the hall and venue of the national horse festival.
The hall was built in 1904, completely renovated in …

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24.9 km

View of the Chasseral, the valley and the wind turbines

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After the short climb next to the cow pasture, you have a wonderful view of the valley, the wind turbines and the Chasseral

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27.2 km

Tree-Lined Pathway Near Paturate

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39.1 km

Étang de Bollement

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A beautiful natural oasis. The lake was originally built for hydroelectric power. Today it is a nature reserve.

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39.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.1 km

17.0 km

1.95 km

302 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.8 km

12.5 km

4.63 km

4.39 km

2.87 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,060 m)

Lowest point (770 m)

Weather

Saturday 7 November

10°C

1°C

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Max wind speed: 3.0 km/h

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Comments

July 13, 2022,Sortie à VTT - Saignelégier - Bollement - Saignelégier

In the Franches-Montagnes region, there are endless routes for all levels. This tour is no exception. It offers nature in its purest form, even if it has some asphalted sections.

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