Ajoie - pristine region close to French border

Chevenez

Far in the north-west a corner of Switzerland juts out into French territory - the Ajoie. A charming hike leads from the village of Réclère to the magical underworld of the grottos of Réclère and a dinosaur park situated in a sparse Jura forest.

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Technical information

Begin of tour: Réclère
Access starting point: By SBB to Porrentry, bus to Réclère (on the weekends only call bus, phone no.: 0800 55 30 60)
Point of arrival: Chevenez
Access point of arrival: Return trip via postal bus to Porrentruy (on the weekends only call bus, phone no.: 0800 55 30 60)
Hiking time: 03:30 h
Physical fitness: easy
Difficulty: easy
Difference in elevation: 300 m
Culmination point: 865 m
Season: April - October
Gastronomy: Réclère, Hôtel des Grottes, Roche d'Or, Chevenez
Overnight: Réclère, Hôtel des Grottes
Literature: Map of Switzerland 1:25,000, page 1048 Damvant

Description

Réclère – Grottes de Réclère – Préhisto-Parc – Vacherie Dessus - Chenevez

This hike is a great attraction - and not just for children! The hike progresses uphill and downhill, always close to the French border, and continues via Roche d'Or to the village of Chevenez.

Subsequently, discover the Espace courant d'Art, a Contemporary Art gallery in Chevenez.

Other attraction: Grottos and Préhisto-Parc Réclère, viewing tower La Faux d'Enson, Porrentruy

For families: Préhisto-Parc and Grottos of Réclère

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The careful planning of a tour will ensure that you also derive the maximum pleasure and enjoyment from it. Please take the time to contact the local information centre and enquire about route and weather conditions before setting off. Your intended trail may be fully or partially closed, depending on the time of year and weather conditions.

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