Hint

Intro

The Jura hike connects the historical towns of Porrentruy and St-Ursanne. The Ajoie is known for its rolling hills and vast plains. By contrast, Clos du Doubs, where the picturesque town of St. Ursanne is located, is a deeply cut valley.

Description

Porrentruy - Le Banné - Les Chainions - Seleute - St-Ursanne

This impressive hike is part of the Trans Swiss Trail long-distance hiking trail, which runs from the Ajoie region to Ticino. From the railway station in Porrentruy, the hike follows the marked route through a wooded area up to Les Chainions, a hut for nature enthusiasts. From here, the route descends to the picturesque hamlet of Seleute before continuing to the historical town of St. Ursanne, which is practically overrun with day-trippers on sunny weekends.

Trans Swiss Trail overview

Places to eat/drink: Porrentruy, Seleute, St-Ursanne
Accommodation: Porrentruy, St-Ursanne
Miscellaneous: Medieval centre of Porrentruy and St-Ursanne

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

Show Technical information content
Start location
Porrentruy
Destination
Saint-Ursanne
Direction
One way
Ascent
600 m
Descent
600 m
Distance
17 km
Duration
4 h 45 min
Duration back
4 h 40 min
Technical requirements
Easy
Physical requirements
Medium
Season
All year
Transport of luggage possible
Yes
Theme
With panoramic view
Category
Hiking, Nature
More information https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/wanderland/etappe2....

All stages

Map

SwitzerlandMobility Map: This element is not accessible for disabled people.

Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 1/32

Distance

17 km

Duration

4 h 45 min

Ascent

600 m

Travel information: Porrentruy