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Intro

After a long ascent to Le Soliat, it’s worth making a detour to Creux du Van, a unique, imposing cliff arena. The route continues over the «Balcon Vaudois» (Vaud terrace) with stunning views of Lac de Neuchâtel and the Vaud Alps.

Description

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

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Start location
Couvet
Destination
Ste-Croix
Direction
One way
Ascent
1300 m
Descent
950 m
Distance
44 km
Distance on tarred ways
26 km
Distance on natural surface
9 km
Singletrail (part of natural surface)
9 km
Technical requirements
Medium
Physical requirements
Difficult
Theme
With panoramic view

Route

Jura Bike

Basel - Nyon
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Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 7/9

Distance

44 km

Ascent

1300 m

Travel information: Couvet

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