Tourbières de Moutat – The source of the Doubs loop from Chaux-Neuve

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France

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Chaux-Neuve

Tourbières de Moutat – The source of the Doubs loop from Chaux-Neuve

Moderate

riders

Tourbières de Moutat – The source of the Doubs loop from Chaux-Neuve

02:15

27.6km

420m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional du Haut-Jura

Pré-bois des Bâties

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Parking

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209 m

Chaux-Neuve

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Chaux-Neuve is a small town in the Doubs which hosts an international Nordic combined world cup event every year. To the south of the town, you cannot miss these three …

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7.37 km

Tourbières de Moutat

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The Moutat peatlands form one of the most important peatlands in the region. These ecosystems contain an enormous quantity of CO2 thanks to their permanent humidity, hence the importance of …

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8.00 km

This belvedere is installed just above the cliffs from which the waters of the Doubs flow.
On this promontory you can also admire the superb peat bogs of Mouthe in the background, and the forest of Haute-Joux in the background.

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9.90 km

Church of the Assumption

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The Church of the Assumption dates from the 18th century and shines with its singular bell tower surmounted by an imperial dome. Inside, there are carved wooden stalls, classified as national movable heritage, which date from 1553.

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10.1 km

Mouthe

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Mouthe is known by the nickname of Little French Siberia. It can indeed be very cold in winter. In spring and summer it is a very pleasant place due to …

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10.2 km

Bakery Café in Mouthe

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16.0 km

Chez Liadet

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Chez Liadet is an inn restaurant that serves comforting traditional mountain cuisine. Inside, you are immersed in a family chalet atmosphere, while on the terrace you can enjoy the green and peaceful setting that surrounds the establishment.

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17.8 km