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Pontarlier
La Cluse-Et-Mijoux

La Cluse-et-Mijoux – View of the Fort loop from La Cluse-et-Mijoux

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France
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Pontarlier
La Cluse-Et-Mijoux

La Cluse-et-Mijoux – View of the Fort loop from La Cluse-et-Mijoux

Easy

4.8

(5)

105

hikers

La Cluse-et-Mijoux – View of the Fort loop from La Cluse-et-Mijoux

01:10

3.69km

150m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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170 m

La Cluse-et-Mijoux

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La Cluse-et-Mijoux is a pretty village nestled at the bottom of a valley in the Jura Mountains. Busy with cars heading to Switzerland, the town boasts a wide range of shops and services.

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1.49 km

View of Fort de Joux

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Overlooking the cluse de Pontarlier, the Fort de Joux is listed as a historical monument. Closed during the winter period, it opens every spring.

From here, you have a beautiful …

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1.81 km

View of the Fort

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Superb little path, steep and rocky, to climb up there from La Cluse-et-Mijoux.

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4

1.84 km

"Discover a mountain bike adventure through the picturesque heights of La Cluse and Mijoux, with an unmissable stop at Fort Malher. Enjoy breathtaking views of La Cluse, Mijoux and the …

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1.92 km

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1.94 km

Built between 1845 and 1851 in the commune of La-Cluse-et-Mijoux, at an altitude of 1032 m, with the mission of protecting Fort de Joux and defending the Pontarlier passage.

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2.47 km

View of the Château de Joux

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This is a spectacular fort standing high on a rocky spur. Worth a short detour for a visit if you are into your history. Initially built in wood in the …

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3.04 km

This gentle uphill trail takes you up to the fort. Along the way, one can also enjoy nature instead of staying on the side of the road.

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3.69 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.10 km

375 m

141 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.94 km

375 m

355 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 8 November

14°C

4°C

25 %

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