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JURA WINE TRAIL

Highlights

Varied walking that explores the dramatic gorges & valleys of the Jura wine-making region. Wine tasting visits in a region famous for its unique wines .

Destinations

France

Budget

From $250 per person

Countryside & Nature Walking

All highlights

Jura Wine Trail . Lying to the north east of the Alps in France, the Jura form an impressive arc of undulating limestone hills. The western Jura is lined with a series of dramatic valleys and gorges which harbour medieval towns, stunning waterfalls and a patchwork of vines. The moderate walks explore these “reculée” from above and below. The western part of the French Jura emerging from the lowland lakeland region of Bresse is characterised by its vines, valleys and cliffs. Despite being a relatively small area , the wines produced in this region have a great diversity and it has the distinction of being the first wine region in France to be given an “origin label” in 1936. The other distinctive features of the Revermont landscape are the reculees or enclosed gorges which form a world cut-off from the surrounding landscape. They are as impressive as they are interesting in terms of their unique features, with spectacular caves, beautiful waterfalls, amazing limestone formations and cliffs, as well as a rich flora and fauna. Historic picturesque villages have found refuge in these valleys or line their cliff tops in defensive positions. One of the most impressive valleys is Baume-les-Messieurs, which hosts one of the prettiest villages where a historic abbey is sited.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Arrive in the Jura wine town of Arbois and welcome at your delightful guest house.. Optional extra day & night in Arbois . Explore the pretty historic town of Arbois famous for its wines with several fine historic buildings. You can vary the length of the walk on this first day. Head north for a view over the town and then visit the historic village of Montigny les Arsures, home of the rare Trousseau grape variety.. Overnight: Arbois, Walk: 11km, +250m . .

Day 3: Tour from Poligny

Explore the pretty town of Poligny and try the local wine in the cave cooperative located in an old church. Optional tour from the town climbing onto the cliffs which surround the town for a series of wonderful viewpoints. A brief walk on the plateau brings us to the traditional village of Chamole before descending back down to the valley and the old abbey at Vaux sur Poligny Tour of the gorge through a wonderful forest with a lost world feel.. Overnight: Poligny, Walk: 15km, +340m . .

Day 4: Poligny - Passenans

From Poligny walk back up onto the plateau for amazing panoramic views over Poligny and then follow the long-distance walking trail, GR59, as it follows the edge of the escarpment before descending to pass through Miery and then the pretty village of St Lothain with its 10th-century church overlooking the vines and village. Gradual rise through vines to village of Passenans.. Overnight: Passenans, Walk: 14 - 20km, +460m . .

Day 5: Passenans - Nevy Sur Seille

Today's walk explores a sumptuous landscape of secluded valleys, harbouring quaint historic villages such as Vau and Frontenay. Vines cling to the steep slopes below the forest-covered plateau above. Chateaux, historic farms, and churches decorate the landscape whilst the villages have retained their historic properties. Your trail also passes through Menetru le Vignes before reaching the exceptional village of Chateau Chalon built on cliff tops and home to the best Vin Jaune and Vin de Paille. Then you will reach your accommodation in Nevy Sur Seille.. Overnight: Nevy Sur Seille, Walk: 12 - 15km, +300m - 560m . .

Day 7 or 8: Departure

Taxi transfer to train station at Lons le Saunier after breakfast.. .

Prices

Price per person	2 pers	4 pers	6 pers	8 pers
Price per adult	$250	$180	$160	$150
Price per kid	$130	$90	$80	$80

Services

Included:

6, 7 or 8 night's accommodation, all breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 evening meals (same for 3 versions of holiday),
Walking notes and maps including wine-tasting information,
Luggage transfers between accommodation,
Taxi transfer at end of the holiday to Lons le Saunier (extra for transfer between train station and first accommodation in Arbois at start of holiday)

Excluded:

Travel to Arbois & return from Lons le Saunier, France,
Lunches on arrival & departure days plus lunches on walking days leaving from Arbois
3, 4 or 5 evening meals depending on whether it's the 6, 7 or 8 night version of holiday respectively,
Visits and travel insurance

Optional:

Extra Nights
City Breaks
Combining walking holidays
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