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Roaming along the roads of the historical centre, this city tour will take you on a discovery of Pontarlier’s emblematic locations: architectural, historical and symbolic city buildings, the banks of the Doubs and a viewpoint over the city. From the Tourist Office (), descend rue de la Gare to rue de la République.Head to Place d’Arçon, on your left. From here, you can see the Saint-Pierre gate at the end of the road.From the square, take rue de la Halle near the theatre. At the end of the road, head to the old barracks via place des Bernardines and place Cretin, on your right. Go to the bridge across the Doubs by heading through place Jules Pagnier and rue de Morteau.From here, make a round trop (1.2 km) to the Armand Guy distillery via rue des Lavaux.On returning to rue de Morteau, enter the park on the edge of the Doubs and follow the embankments on a little adapted path; this will take you to the other side of the park. Join up with rue de la République by leaving the park through rue Julez Mathez, where you will find the Jeanne d’Arc high school.   On arriving at rue de la République, head left until you reach another bridge over the Doubs. From here, make a round trip to the Hospital to observe its facade and the two chapels that can be seen from the road.On returning to rue de la République, after crossing the bridge once more, head down rue Montrieux and take rue Gambetta on your right to reach place Saint-Bénigne and the church. From the square, head to the train station vie rue Tissot. From here, you can head directly to the Tourist Office via rue de la Gare. You can also make a round trip of under 2 km to the Chapelle de l’Espérance, with a stunning viewpoint over the whole city. It can be accessed by heading down rocade George Pompidou until you come to rue du Stand, then head under the railway and take rue de la Chapelle (yellow waymarking) directly to the viewpoint.

From the Mont-d’Or and its cliffs, a panoramic view will give you the breath of fresh air you may have been lacking during the ascent through the Morond and the ridges. This view is followed by a beautiful descent through the alpine pastures and forests that will please fans of short trails. From the Métabief Tourist Office () take the tarmac road that heads up towards MOROND.Follow this road (red MTB waymarking no. 77) heading through the crossroads at La Cheneau, La Fontaine aux Oiseaux, Tournant des Canons, Monrond and Sous le Monrond until you reach Sous la Citerne. From here, you can reach the summit of the MOROND to make the most of your first beautiful viewpoint. Take the “chemin des crêtes” until you come to the Mont d’Or parking lot. The Mont d’Or summit can be accessed by foot from here within 10 minutes.From the parking lot, follow the road to the Pâturages de la Grangette (La Grangette pastures).Branch off to your right on a narrow grassy trail that heads down through the pastures and wooded meadows. At La Barthelette, continue on the trail to your left which opens onto a little road. Take the road to your left, then turn right and continue on until you reach the alpine pasture farm of la Bartelette. Turn left and follow a grassy trail through the pastures, gradually ascending into the forest, and exit onto LA BOISSAUDE (). Head past the old farm and descend to your right on an open trail to join up with a tarmac road, you will soon come to LES GRANGES RAGUIN. Turn right after the building and take the muddy and stony path that runs along a meadow and then descends into the forest. Take the tarmac road and follow it for 700 m. Turn right onto a small trail to reach Les Toises. Continue to your right and reach the road in Les Meix. Turn right again and head through a small wooded area to reach Les Chapusets. Head approximately 700 m down the road to your left, before turning right and coming to Les Crétets and La Roche.Follow the road to your right until you reach the heart of LES LONGEVILLES (). Just before the church, turn right, head past the town hall and take the white path to your left until you reach Les Perrières and head on to the METABIEF TOURIST OFFICE.

A quick peddle around the National Natural Reserve of the Remoray lake and the Saint Point lake, a circuit with diverse relief and marked by a belvedere that opens onto both lakes in the green valley of the High Doubs. From the centre of REMORAY, ) take the “route des Grandes Plaines” to your right (red MTB waymarking no. 12), which gradually ascends to a forest massif towards La Côte. Take a small muddy trail to the left, and join up with a forest path, continuing again to the left for around 900 m. In the wide bend to the right, turn left (MTB crossing) and exit onto a pasture. Follow the path to your left and then the white path that leads to Sur la Côte. Head up the earthy path to the right, through the pastures, towards la Grande Combe. Branch off to the left on a white path that heads into the forest and, after around 600 metres, turn right onto a grassy trail. From here, follow a succession of small muddy, grassy or stony trails that soon meet up with a forest road. Head down the road to your left, head past the Les Trois Portes chalet and branch off to the right to follow a path along the forest for around 1 km.Branch off to the left again and follow the forest path that meets up with a forest road after 450 m. Follow this road to the left for 150 m and take the path to the right.Joining up with a wide forest path just before descending to the village of Boujeons, do not miss the trail that turns left straight away (MTB path) and crosses through the pastures until coming to the village of Boujeons. Take the main village road by turning left, then turn right down towards the village sawmill. Cross a small bridge and leave the village, taking the tarmac road that ascends to your left and turns into a white path through the pastures until you reach La Plaine à Chaillet. Cross the pasture by turning left, then take the forest trail that opens onto a white path. Shortly after, turn left (MTB path) and cross the pastures using a small grassy trail until you come to Les Brétilles, just above Le Brey. Take the road to the left, without heading all the way down to the main road, and then follow a stony path that ascends into the forest through a clearing. Branch off to the right on a forest track that heads up to the BELVEDERE OF THE TWO LAKES (BELVEDERE DES DEUX LACS). Head down a small muddy trail to a road, then turn right to reach theRF Marcel Goux Parking lot. Head left to the Buclet intersection on the road towards Remoray. Follow the road to your left for 100 m and take the parallel forest path that once again comes out onto this road. Head up to REMORAY after crossing the bridge over the Drésine, a small river that feeds the Remoray lake.

A diverse circuit focused around the subject of water with, at its highest point, a belvedere over the Remoray and Saint-Point lakes. Starting in the BREY town hall parking lot, the trail (yellow and blue waymarking) heads down the village via the road just below the main road, before leaving the hamlet by passing alongside the D 437. The path - which is suitable for vehicles - heads towards le Fuverat and passes through the artisanal zone, before leading to a new fork. The trail continues on a forest road that descends to the left. After crossing the « Lhaut » stream, the itinerary meets up with a road, in this open forest, that you will follow to the left. Walk past the Capucins source to reach the Lhaut bridge. The trail then heads back uphill for around 10 meters along the D437 (Take care when crossing the road!). At the junction with a forest road, climb the embankment and take the trail that gradually ascends through the forest, to access "route de Remoray", in Buclet.  To the left the circuit joins the RF Marcel Goux parking lot to access the forest road and follows this road 100m uphill before taking a steep trail opening on to the TWO LAKES BELVEDERE. With your back to the belvedere, a trail runs through the forest, crosses a pasture, before coming to a road just under the Brey hamlet. This trail then ascends to the right towards les Bretilles. Return to your starting point by heading down the farm road with low walls and ash trees to your left (take care when crossing the D437).

A route to the Mont d'or summit and its panoramic views that will take your breath away, through pastures punctuated by many mountain chalets and Haut-Doubs farms. From LES GRANGES RAGUIN (white and red waymarking), the trail follows the road towards the Mont d’Or over a short distance, before branching off to the left through a small clearing to take a forest path. A trail marked out in the pasture will bring you to LA BOISSAUDE. Still ascending in the same direction, through an open area scattered with mountain chalets, the trail cuts across "route de la Coquille" before joining the Mont d’Or access road and the Pastures of la Grangette. After crossing the Mont d’Or parking lot, the trail (yellow and blue waymarking) opens out onto the MONT D’OR CLIFFS, with a first summit at 1,461 m, before following the ridge southwards to the Mont d’Or at 1,463 m. Following along the panoramic ridge, the trail meets the Franco-Swiss border near the Mont d’Or cabin and runs along the right of the border wall to pass by the Gym cabin. At marker 72, the circuit branches off to the right into the combe (grassy path in the pasture), and joins up with the road to the Grande Échelle chalet. The road descends towards la Petite Échelle (gîte stopover and discovery farm), and then ascends to the right along the edge of the forest. The trail takes a forest path to the left, before crossing the combe. It meanders through a forest section and opens onto "route du Haut Soulier". After 500 m on a gravel path, the circuit branches off to the right on a stone path through a wooded area and meets up with "Chemin de Corneau" and (white and red waymarking) the parking lot where you started in LES GRANGES RAGUIN.

An MTB trail without difficulty and easy to cycle, to the sounds of the bell-wearing livestock, departing from Sarrageois, a village near Mouthe in the High-Doubs. From SARRAGEOIS, take chemin de Capiche (Green MTB waymark no. 99), a small road that ascends through pastures to the crossroads in La Capiche. Continue on this road, and enter the wood of la Pila, until you come to the Combe of Ashes. Branch off to the right on the road through the middle of pastures, towards Gros Buisson, and then Les Paris, before finally descending to MAISON DU BOIS. Take the road to the right just before the large village farm and follow a white path that ascends through the pastures to an MTB path. The grassy trail cuts through a pasture and continues on a trail through the undergrowth, before reaching le Lasenois.Turn left and follow the road down towards SARRAGEOIS and your starting point.

Nestled at the heart of a large valley flanked by the Doubs' first meanderings, Mouthe invites you on a stroll to discover its treasures and its history. From the town hall, this circuit leads you step-by-step from the village's origins to its life today, with stops at the source of the Doubs and the Moutat peat bog, two of this area's jewels. A fold-out, available at the Tourist Office, provides details of the trail, punctuated by ten interpretive signs: Slice of history From Saint Simon to today The juvenile Doubs The two clowns of the source The Doubs' mysterious source At its centre runs a river … Here once stood a mill An ice girl A cold that rhymes with pleasure Life in the village

Departing from Mouthe, the village serving as the Transjurassienne arrival point (the famous cross-country ski race), this is an easy walk, complemented by many interpretive signs allowing hikers to discover the Doubs' source, its valley and its peat bogs. From the MOUTHE TOWN HALL, at the heart of the village, the itinerary heads off to the right (white and red waymarking) on the road towards the Doubs' source, goes past the church and the presbytery before coming to the Hike Starting Point. Via "rue du Moutat" to your right (yellow and blue waymarking) the trail continues on a small very flat road which, after crossing the Doubs, is bordered by damp meadows until it reaches "Route du Mouthat". Walk along the side of the road to the left for 100m. At Bas du Gît, the road to the left bordered by meadows, and later by a peat bog (boardwalk and informational sign), easily leads to the DOUBS SOURCE. The trail heads up the river, following its right embankment, before reaching its source. The adapted trail provides a 300-meter circuit to access a belvedere via a few steps before heading back down and will help you learn about the Doubs and its secrets. Once back near the bridge over the Doubs, a small well-adapted path (white and red waymarking) heads along the river towards Mouthe via "Chemin de la Source".

Between France and Switzerland, an easy walk through a landscape of combes. In the summer, the animals' cowbells ring out around the chalets, former stopovers where smugglers once operated. From the parking lot in the CHEZ LIADET hamlet, this walk starts (yellow and blue waymarking) slow through a road that winds through the combe, heading past the Plaine Chez Liadet and continuing until the intersection at les Bâties. The trail then branches off to the left on a wide gravel road before coming to la Bâtie-Dessus. Going past the chalet, the trail continues for 500 m before turning left and entering a forest that soon leads to a large clearing. The trail leaves the main path, taking a grassy path to the left, in the middle of a wooded meadow, towards Chez Bougaud. To the left of the house, at the trail's highest point (1155m), a gravel road heads downhill to the bottom of a combe bordered by closed pastures. In the dip, at the intersection of several paths, the circuit heads left and reaches the Chez Greset mountain chalet. In front of the chalet, to the left, after 500 m a good path will lead you to the intersection at Chez Mimi. The path continues to the left for a few meters, before heading downwards to the right on a wide path through the forest leading to Plaine Chez Liadet, and your starting point.

South of the Mouthe valley, a succession of forests and pastures, punctuated by two belvederes: a recent one at the Côte Feuillée to learn about ski jumping and its history, and the Roche Blanche in Chatelblanc. Starting at Cébriot (stream) facing the town hall, the trail heads up the village (white and red waymarking) to LERNIER, before (yellow and blue waymarking) following the D 46 and reaching l’Estanguillon. The path heads up to the right through a valley with a small stream before exiting onto Sur la Chenoz where the first house's dam is proof of the existence of a former mill. The path then turns abruptly to the right, to access the COTE FEUILLEE. The trail continues on a path that descends into a forest to the left (pay attention to the waymarking) until it reaches the Place à bois des Serments. The path to the right, which is suitable for vehicles (white and red waymarking) passes through a combe to les Serments, and then (yellow and blue waymarking) comes to Bois des Ravières. The Bridaux forebay waterfall and the vestiges of its mill can be accessed within 5 mins via LA SCIE. Be careful! The route heads upwards towards Chatelblanc and quickly reaches (100 m) La Combette de la Roche. A grassy trail crosses through a pasture (MTB path) before exiting onto the Grand Réservoir. The panoramic view from Roche Blanche is then accessible within 5 mins (there and back). Be careful! When you have returned from the viewpoint, the good farm road that pleasantly overlooks the combe to the east joins up with "Chemin de la Roche" after a sharp bend to the left. A barely-signposted trail to the right in the combe (MTB path) cuts through the meadows, joins up with a path and opens out into the heart of Chaux-Neuve, behind the old cheese dairy.

DEPARTING FROM LAUSANNE, HEAD TO THE MEDIEVAL TOWN OF GRUYÈRES, HOME TO THE FAMOUS SWISS CHEESE! Departing from Lausanne, head to the medieval town of Gruyères, home to the famous Swiss cheese!  Leave Lausanne by bus and climb up into the alpine pastures to reach Gruyères.  After a tour around the town, your guide will take you to a Swiss chocolate factory to show you how famous Swiss chocolate is made.  Then head to an old alpine cheese factory. Enjoy a Swiss cheese tasting and learn more about the national dish: fondue.  Learn to make your own Swiss fondue and try the traditional dish.  After your meal, relax and climb on board the Golden Express, a panoramic train which crosses the alpine pastures and the heights of Lake Geneva. Enjoy incredible views of the lake and the Alps. When you get off the train, get back on your bus and head to Lavaux and its terraced vineyards. Try the wines of Lavaux, alongside some sausage and cheese.  You will be taken back to Lausanne at the end of the day. THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER ONLY

FROM LAUSANNE, DISCOVER THE TOWN OF MONTREUX AND THE MEDIEVAL CHILLON CASTLE! DEPARTING FROM LAUSANNE, DISCOVER THE TOWN OF MONTREUX AND THE MEDIEVAL CHILLON CASTLE!  Departing from Lausanne, climb on board your bus and head to the town of Vevey on Lake Geneva. If the weather allows, climb on board a steamboat and cross the lake to reach Chillon Castle. Make the most of a guided tour of this fortified castle, built in the 16th century and hidden by Lake Geneva!  After your visit, you will head back towards Montreux by bus. You will make a stop to enjoy some free time in the town. At the heart of the town, make the most of the unique and relaxing atmosphere in the centre of the Swiss Riviera. Do some shopping or simply soak up the town’s “jazzy” atmosphere.  Then get back on your bus and head to Lausanne at the end of the day. THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE BETWEEN MARCH AND DECEMBER

Discover the town of Evian during a return cruise from Lausanne! DISCOVER THE TOWN OF EVIAN DURING A ROUND-TRIP CRUISE FROM LAUSANNE! Climb on board and set off across the calm waters of Lake Geneva. You'll reach the town of Evian after a 45-minute crossing.  Once you have arrived you will be able to freely explore the town, famous the world over for its sources of mineral water. 

SET OFF TO DISCOVER VEVEY DURING A BOAT TRIP ON LAKE GENEVA! Set off to discover Vevey during a boat trip on Lake Geneva!  Departing from Lausanne, set off on an hour long cruise on the calm waters of Lake Geneva.  Head to the town of Vevey on the Swiss Riviera and enjoy some free time in the town before climbing back on board your boat to get back to Lausanne at the end of the day. THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER ONLY

Would you like to relive great Olympic moments? Feel the pulse of the champions? Discover the creative flair of the host cities? Share the enthusiasm of all the volunteers behind the scenes? The world of the Games with its many facets will open up to you and give you some great stories to tell! At The Olympic Museum, learning is about having fun and experimenting. We do everything we can to trigger interest and spark action. More than ever, scientific and cultural endeavour play a part in the Games, strengthening their influence in the modern world. Get in touch with the spirit that motivates the greatest Olympians. The life stories of towering figures from past Games personify the Olympic values and challenge us all to push beyond the limits. You will discover that these Olympic superheroes are first and foremost superb human beings. The sculptures in the park tell the story of a dialogue between art and the Olympic Games that has endured since the birth of the Games. Open to all, the sports installations allow you to discover athletes records. The Museum has 3000 m2 of exhibition space, over 1500 exhibits, 150 screens and our passion, combining to create the ultimate experience and give you some great stories to tell.

DISCOVER THE TERRACED VINEYARDS OF LAVAUX WITH THIS SIGHTSEEING CRUISE FROM LAUSANNE! Discover the terraced vineyards of Lavaux with this sightseeing cruise from Lausanne!  Climb on board and leave Lausanne behind to discover the waters of Lake Geneva and gaze upon the terraced vineyards of Lavaux from your boat.  Admire the hillside vineyards, planted on narrow terraces since the 6th century. This incredible site is classed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!  In just 1 hour 20 minutes soak up the unique atmosphere of Lake Geneva and relax on board as the boat passes by the villages of Pully, Lutry and Cully. SEASONAL ACTIVITY: OFFER AVAILABLE FROM JUNE TO SEPTEMBER ONLY

Set off on a steamboat cruise on Lake Geneva and travel from Lausanne to Geneva! Set off on a steamboat cruise on Lake Geneva and travel from Lausanne to Geneva! Set off on a 4 hour cruise of Lake Geneva and admire the beauty of Switzerland from the water. Once you’re settled on your boat, make the most of the stops at Coppet, Nyon, Yvoire, Rolle and Morges to discover the villages on the edge of the lake, before heading to Lausanne!  THIS ACTIVITY IS AVAILABLE BETWEEN APRIL AND OCTOBER ONLY

Historic, cultural and winemaking centre in Haute-Savoie, the Castle de Ripaille is also one of the biggest and most remarkable natural sites on the banks of Lake Geneva. By its grandeur, its charm, its memories, Ripaille is one of the most beautiful domains on the shores of Lake Geneva. In the Middle Ages, a semi-religious retreat of the first Duke of Savoy, Amédée VIII, in the 17th and 18th centuries, a Carthusian monastery, protected from the "century" by the high wall that still surrounds it today, in 1900 the property of a great industrialist and aesthete, Ripaille has always been a place where residents and visitors come to "recharge their batteries". The visit of the site of Ripaille plunges the visitor in the time of the counts of Savoy in the XIIIth century and evokes the reign of the first Duke of Savoy, the great Amédée VIII and the history of the Carthusian monks, owners of the domain from the XVIIth century until the French Revolution. This fresco ends with the fabulous architectural adventure of the 1900 Restoration when the dream of a great Alsatian industrialist made Ripaille a total work of art! Since this year, the dining room of the Engel-Gros family and the kitchen of the castle are refurnished and put back in function, come and discover this unique reconstitution of the daily life in the Belle Epoque! Beyond history, visiting Ripaille means discovering a preserved nature, an exceptional land and magnificent gardens between Dent d'Oche and Lake Geneva. Come for a visit, a professional or cultural event, a private party or to taste the Ripaille AOC wine produced on site. The Castle is the seat of a Foundation, created in 1976, which works for the conversation, the valorization and the animation of this monument. The preservation of the environment is at the center of its concerns. * The visit of Ripaille is for young and old, with: - The Amédée room dedicated to the presentation of medieval Savoyard civilization through the presentation of stained glass windows, numismatics, and original manuscripts. - The reconstitution of the old kitchen of the Château de Ripaille and the dining room of the Belle Epoque: kitchen utensils, original objects, tableware, come and discover the modernity of Ripaille with the automatic windows or the dumbwaiter linking the first floor to the second floor. - The film "Ripaille through time" in a specially dedicated projection room recounting the history of the Château de Ripaille. - The free visit of the castle: the castle can be visited freely from April to October and during school vacations, from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 am to 6 pm (closing at 5 pm on Saturdays), with the help of a paper documentation and audio guides in French, English and German. - A special tour for children: spend a convivial moment with your family and follow Aymonet Corviaux, carpenter, architect and builder of Ripaille in 1434, through the maze of the castle. This tour will take you from the large terrace with a panoramic view of the lake, to the old cellars and medieval moats. - The "Workshops in a mess. Wednesdays at Ripaille": creative and educational workshops offered every Wednesday, according to the opening calendar of the Castle. - A temporary exhibition renewed every year. Guided tours provided by professional guides. Services include both the visit and the tasting or the visit, tasting and meal. Many formulas are possible. The Fondation Ripaille will study all requests by email visite@ripaille.fr or by phone 04 50 26 64 44.

The little train offers you a 35 minutes tour. Thanks to the commentary on board, you will discover the main monuments and emblematic places of the city.

A magnificent domain on the edge of the lake, the swimming pool and the beach of Evian benefit from a framework favourable to the amusement of the young people and the relaxation of the parents. The water sports centre offers a wide range of activities : a 50-metre Olympic pool, a 25-metre medium-sized pool with 6 water jets (waterfalls and massaging jets), a paddling pool, supervised access to the lake, table tennis, deckchairs for hire, petanque and volleyball courts, a 160-metre slide. A swimming school also offers individual or group lessons. Men must wear swimming trunks or boxer shorts when swimming in the pool. New this year : a fitness area "Le fitness Studio Base Camp" welcomes you for sports coaching lessons with music facing the lake. For more information: www.basecamp.training A supervised swimming area at the lake is open every day : In June and September: from 12pm to 6pm In July and August: from 11am to 7pm New for 2025 (From June 11 to August 31) : a water sports centre with kayak and paddle hire (single or two-seater), rowing and pedal boats (consult the leaflet online). Complementary activities such as snorkelling, diving and sailing will be offered by service providers throughout the season. A children's garden (free access) is open for the youngest children (from 3 months to 6 years) to swim under the supervision of their parents. This enclosed and secure area is equipped with paddling pools and water games. It is open: Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10.30 am to 6 pm in June and every day in July and August from 10 am to 7 pm. A restaurant "La Brasse" welcomes you in a brasserie formula or a la carte with snacks, drinks and cocktails 7 days a week during the opening hours of the water sports centre. Picnics are not allowed.

Built in 1771 based on the design of the knight d’Arçon, to replace the entrance across the ramparts, the Saint-Pierre entrance is now one of the symbols of Pontarlier. Remodelled during the 12th century, it has kept its classical style and is listed on the Supplementary Inventory of Historical Monuments. Adorned with lines reminiscent of the Arc de Triomphe, the entrance appears like a crown atop the rue de la République and marks a symbolic transition from the more contemporary districts and the historic centre. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

The congregation of Les Annonciades Célestes de Pontarlier was established in 1609 by six young women from Pontarlier. The monastery’s baroque-style door, created by the sculptor Joseph Guyon, can still be admired. Its portal, which has been classed a historical monument, was completed in 1715 based on the plans set out by Nicolas Callier, an architect and entrepreneur from Besançon, and was later modified during the 19th century. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

During the early 20th century, the theatre was built as a reception hall above the Pontarlier market-hall. These market-halls are reminiscent of the large fairs that have been held in the city since the 13th century. During the 14th century, these fairs experienced a boom when the Col de Jougne (15 km south) became a commercial crossing point between the North Sea and the Mediterranean. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

At the heart of the historic centre is the vast expanse offered by the Place d’Arçon where the town hall and the Pontarlier museum are both located. The first was completed in 1838 and originally housed an indoor market on the ground floor. The museum is located in one of the city’s oldest buildings, a combination of three houses, the oldest of which dates back to the 15th century. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

Philippe Grenier, a native of Pontarlier, lived from 1865 to 1944. He is remembered by locals for having been a doctor to the poor, but also for having been the first Muslim member of the French Parliament, elected to the Chamber of Deputies in 1896. Philippe Grenier was therefore a Muslim in a Catholic country, promoting a lifestyle without the consumption of alcohol in the land of absinthe, and yet respected for his integrity and devotion to the most disadvantaged. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

The history of Pontarlier is built around its advantageous geographical location: a crossroads during the Middle Ages between the North Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, it benefitted from passing trade but also suffered from military invasions. With many forests and a large amount of iron ore, this town was built on farming and craftmanship. Its border location enabled a constant flow of goods, people, know-how and capital. The opening of absinthe distilleries, sometimes in collaboration with Switzerland, generated a period of great prosperity in terms of the town’s development and cultural identity. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

A former coach house, to which it owes its name, the La Poste brewery received the 20th Century Heritage label for its Art-Deco style. It is also famous for having been the place where “Septième Juré” starring Bernard Blier and “Les Granges Brûlées” starring Simone Signoret and Alain Delon were both filmed. (PNRH - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

The train station was created following the opening of the Franco-Swiss line, which was a major asset for development in a region in which the road network was not yet fully operational. As a result, there was a bitter fight between Dole and Besançon for the railhead. Ultimately, this fight was won by the Jura and in 1860, the first stretch between Neuchâtel and Pontarlier was inaugurated. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

These barracks, which were built with some of the money allocated by Louis XV to reconstruct Pontarlier after the fire in 1736, could house up to 200 men and just as many horses. The two L-shaped buildings were linked by a huge door, however, the municipality refused to close the square on the other side. This place was therefore split between a place of armament and a public place. In 1922, the door was removed, to allow for better circulation. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

Having been rebuilt on several occasions, after the village was taken by Bernard of Saxe-Weimar and later after two fires, the Saint-Bénigne church is difficult to date; however, one document does prove that it existed during the 12th century. Inside, the church has many remarkable glass windows and sculptures. (PNRHJ - Un tour en ville, “A tour of the town”)

Villa Cécile's restaurant focuses on local, seasonal produce, a guarantee of quality and freshness. Chef Yann Le Fevre offers tasty, creative cuisine in an idyllic setting. A house of character on the shores of Lake Geneva, Villa Cécile boasts a privileged location, an idyllic setting and distinguished cuisine to be enjoyed during a gourmet stopover, a stay, or even on the occasion of a stopover evening, a business meal, a seminar or a reception.

Its setting, traditional by its colors and wooden tables, country for its view of the gardens, even has the appearance of distinguished guinguette with its large sunny terrace open in summer. The Chef’s menu is a sign of this bistro spirit. Back to basics with seasonal produce, worked with passion by local men and women such as Pierre Pecquery's fishmonger "du Léman à l'océan", Simon Michoud's charcuterie and Jean-Claude Cartailler's escargotière de Chevenoz, to name but a few. From the kitchen to the dining room, the conviviality of the Bistrot comes alive and spreads through the brigade, this great family of La Verniaz who work daily with the sole aim of welcoming you with talent and love of the profession. The restaurant offers families high chairs, booster seats and colouring books for younger guests.

On the banks of Lake Beunaz, the cocktail bar restaurant A la Belle Etoile welcomes you for unforgettable moments in an idyllic setting. We offer quality food and service with the friendliness and naturalness that characterise us.

High-altitude restaurant at the top of the gondola. New dining concepts with impressive views of the lake and Switzerland. The bistronomic restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, except during school vacations, and will close on March 23. Kevin, Thibaut and the whole team are delighted to welcome you to Les Balcons du Lac this season. Located in a unique setting with breathtaking views over Lake Geneva and neighboring Switzerland. In summer, the Table des Balcons du Lac is open from May to September for lunch only. In winter, a 450 m² panoramic terrace, 2 dining options (self-service and snack), a step into the void, a lounge and chill-out area, and an outdoor bar. Traditional, high-quality cuisine within easy walking and skiing distance.

The Alpage restaurant is a mountain restaurant located at 1170m altitude at the Col de Creusaz, starting hiking Mont Benand. Savoyard specialties, traditional cuisine, banquets, group meals. Reservation recommended.

In a traditional atmosphere, L'ormeau and its team welcome you in a family and wooded setting facing the Dent d'Oche and the Mont César. Come and discover its gourmet menu and its local specialties all year long Welcome to L'Ormeau, our restaurant is a family story that began with Antoine and Marcelle, my grandparents, who built this place in the place of a family barn, our restaurant in 1971. Charming little restaurant located in the center of our beautiful village of Bernex and its ski resort, between Lake Geneva and the mountains, close to Evian les Bains, Thonon, the Valley of Abondance, our family welcomes you all year round in its warm, wooded decor, a warm and typical atmosphere. Its restaurant, its bar as well as a terrace with a panoramic view on the Dent d'Oche, the Mont César are waiting for you throughout the seasons to spend a pleasant moment with your family or friends. Discover the art of living in the mountains! Translated with www.deepl.com/translator (free version)

Fabienne and Grégory are happy to welcome you to Bernex, at the foot of the Dent d'Oche. In the shady garden or in front of a nice fire, discover the traditional cuisine of the owner, Grégory, as well as many Savoyard specialities!

In the mountain pastures in summer and in the heart of the slopes in winter, come and discover the specialities of Haute-Savoie! Home cooking à la carte and fast food.

Local speciality.

A mid-mountain guesthouse offering stunning views of the Vallée d’Aulps. The restaurant has a traditional, hearty menu where the accent is on regional produce. Located mid-way between Lake Geneva and the valley’s ski resorts, and an ideal starting point for walkers, the guesthouse is surrounded by a landscape of forest and Alpine meadows. It’s an ideal place to relax, with a welcoming village of 200 residents. It’s also perfect for anyone who likes a calm setting and who enjoy adjusting to the rhythm of nature and the seasons during their stay. Ski locker provided, fireplace in the dining room, carefully prepared meals...

Opening 24/04/2020 > 20/09/2020 Huttopia La Plage Blanche campsite in Ounans welcomes you in an exceptional natural setting in the heart of the Jura. Fishing in the river, swimming in the pool, tranquillity, and relaxation all await you!

Since 1820, this hotel has been welcoming you in an idyllic setting, on the port. A calm and bucolic atmosphere in these charming apartments, where the decoration is both refined and cosy. The opulent looking building is known for its warm welcome and setting. With its old sign, stone walls and its overhanging roof, it is as close as you can get to the gates of the medieval town of Yvoire, with its car-free lively streets. The place is listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France.

More than a hotel restaurant, this is a friendly place embedded in the wall that closes the medieval city of Yvoire built around its castle in 1306. You'll love its terrace and no-fuss café. Sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Address of charm and character, "Le Vieux Logis" is a hotel restaurant nestled within the ramparts of the medieval village of Yvoire. The architecture, typical and historical, is the testimony of this past so present. The restaurant unveils its little cafe, a place of reflection and sharing.

View of the lake and the ramparts. Indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and hammam. Contemporary decoration and comfortable rooms. n the front row, while being a little away, the hotel "Le Pré de la Cure" gives both on the old walls of the pretty town of Yvoire (More Beautiful Villages of France) and on the lake. The perspective on the lake and the ramparts invites you to rest and contemplate over the terraces and gardens or from the balcony of your room. Olivier Magnin, head chef, marries flavors and colors throughout the seasons. Amélie, at the reception, pays full attention to your comfort. Around them, the sympathy and know-how of their team.

Enjoy the calm and relaxation in a house of character, facing the lake, in exceptional comfort. at the table, you will taste an authentic and seasonal cuisine. the spa area offers you a moment of escape with treatments based on natural products Perched above the marina with the Alps as a backdrop, Villa Cécile is a charming hotel with exceptional comfort. At the edge of Lake Geneva, let yourself be guided by the charm of a house of character. Each room combines warm elegance and discreet luxury, inviting you to enjoy summer and winter, the various activities of the place: cruises on the lake, walks, swimming ... Give yourself a moment of relaxation with the spa, steam room, jacuzzi and to his care.

29/09/2019 > 25/04/2020 Located near Lake Geneva and Switzerland, in the foothills of the Jura mountains facing the Alps, Divonne is an authentic destination for winter holiday escapes, skiing, and hiking… 25/04/2020 > 27/09/2020 Camp at a magnificent wooded site lying between the Jura and Mont Blanc mountains and Lake Geneva. Welcome to the Pays de Gex, at the border of Swiss Romandie. Enjoy the thermal baths at Divonne and the campsite’s swimming pool.

The Hotel Restaurant de la Plage welcomes you with its feet in the water, with a unique panorama of the lake and mountains. A charming house with the promise of a timeless experience. Seasonal, homemade cuisine. Twelve spacious rooms, a restaurant and kitchen that, as the seasons go by, give way to flavors and tastings, a superb terrace overlooking the lake, a private beach... the Alps in the background. A blend of Art Deco and contemporary, Hôtel de la Plage adds to the splendor of its breathtaking panorama the pleasure of one of the finest restaurants on the shores of Lake Geneva. Our talented chef and his brigade offer you a palette of culinary sensations based on the seasons and market produce. For a stopover, an escapade, a stay... Here, everything is done to make the moment a pleasant memory.

"On the shores of Lake Geneva, Camping La Pinède awaits you in an exceptional setting, with access to the only sandy beach! Pitches, natural accommodation, swimming pool and family activities for a unique vacation! " The campsite is ideal for a wide range of water sports: pedalos, unlicensed boat trips on the peaceful waters of the lake, sailing, stand-up paddles, windsurfing, kitesurfing, kayaking, flyboarding... The campsite is the ideal starting point for your excursions: Thonon les Bains and Evian, renowned for their spa treatments, Avoriaz for high altitude recharging, Yvoire (3 kilometers away) ranked among the 10 most beautiful villages in France, and just 40 minutes from Geneva and Swiss chocolate. Situated on the ViaRhôna route, La Pinède campsite is an ideal stopover for cyclists on this famous cycling route. Cyclists will find camping pitches, sanitary facilities and a range of services and amenities to help them rest and recharge before continuing their journey along the ViaRhôna. Accommodation : Wooden chalets, caravans, mobile homes and Toile & Bois tents. Accommodates up to 6 people. Pitches with or without electricity.

Discover our rental spaces in roulottes, bungalows, chalets and mobi-chalets in a one-hectare park, 200m from the only sandy beach on Lake Geneva. Enjoy a peaceful stay in a family-run structure, between lake and mountains. Our campsite specializes in the rental of chalets, trailers and overwater bungalows. You will not find tents or caravans! You can discover plenty destinations nearby the lake: Yvoire, famous medieval village, Thonon, Evian, Geneva, but also the riches of our mountains: Chamonix, Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets, Abundance. Your excursions can lead you to the French or Swiss spas, but also to our beautiful green valleys. Enjoy it's sandy beach, unique on the shores of Lake Geneva, paradise for children, fishermen, sportsmen. All summer: entertainment, concerts, supervised swimming, games, water sports are offered. Discover our region Le Chablais, and it's geopark, UNESCO label, staying in our peaceful campsite, We are located, 20 minutes from Geneva in Switzerland, 10 km from Thonon-les-Bains and 15 km from Evian-les-Bains. Our village is bordering with the beautiful medieval village of Yvoire, closed to winter sports resorts and stunning places in summer , such: Morzine-Avoriaz, Les Gets, Chatel, Abondance. Come enjoy the beautiful sandy beach and entertainment throughout the summer ... 200 meters from the campsite.

The campsite between lake and mountains welcomes you for unforgettable family vacations. Cosy chalets, mobile homes, spacious pitches, swimming pool, bar-restaurant and summer entertainment. Everything you need for a peaceful and enchanting nature holiday! Located in Messery, on the Lake Geneva peninsula, the Relais du Léman 3* boasts a bucolic atmosphere where serenity and calm reign supreme. It focuses on the comfort and well-being of its guests in its beautiful oak park. Lovers of nature and wide open spaces will feel right at home. The campsite has a playground, a multisport field, a swimming pool and a snack bar. Various activities are organized in summer, including sports tournaments, creative workshops and aquagym. 2 sunny, free beaches nearby, accessible on foot, by bike or by car. Ideally located 6 km from the Swiss border, between Geneva and Thonon les Bains, the campsite adjoins the pretty medieval village of Yvoire, classified as one of France's most beautiful villages.