Château-Chalon viewpoint – La Percée Pass loop from La Chaux-des-Crotenay

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France

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Lons-Le-Saunier

Chaux-Des-Crotenay

Château-Chalon viewpoint – La Percée Pass loop from La Chaux-des-Crotenay

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Château-Chalon viewpoint – La Percée Pass loop from La Chaux-des-Crotenay

05:41

122km

1,510m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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Parc naturel régional du Haut-Jura

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Lac de Narlay

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Narlay Lake, located in the Jura, is a true natural setting surrounded by forests and green hills. This glacial lake, with its clear waters, offers an idyllic setting for a …

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View of the Ain at Pont-de-Poitte

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Beautiful view of the Ain in Pont-de-Poitte. There are 2 campsites directly on the Ain.

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65.5 km

Listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, Château-Chalon stands as a true “lighthouse of the Jura” from its rocky promontory. Between cultural heritage, gastronomy and majestic vineyards, this small village is full of treasures.

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70.7 km

View of Château-Chalon from Below

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Yellow wine or straw wine mean something to you? Château-Chalon is the cradle of this gem of viticulture. Classified among the most beautiful villages in France, it really deserves that …

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76.0 km

Cliffs of Baume-les-Messieurs

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These dramatic cliffs rise above the picturesque village of Baume-les-Messieurs as you approach, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Jura landscape, characterised by lush greenery and deep valleys.

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76.5 km

View of Baume-les-Messieurs from Below

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Baume-les-Messieurs, a stunning village in the Jura mountains, has a remarkable abbey, well-preserved medieval architecture and captivating natural beauty.

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76.7 km

Baume-les-Messieurs Climb

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The Baume-les-Messieurs climb is approximately 2.5 km long with an average gradient of 8%. There is a short flat passage in the middle before finishing on very steep slopes of more than 15% in places.

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