• Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
  • Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura
Jura

Snowshoeing weekend in a mountain refuge in the Jura

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In summary

  • Sports
    Snowshoeing
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Snowshoeing
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years.
  • Destination
    Burgundy-Franche-Comté / Jura
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    16.35 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French

In a few words

Dominating Lake Geneva, the Jura Mountains rise from the spruce forest, forming a remarkable balcony overlooking the Alps . The exhilarating snowshoe hike is followed by the pleasure of spending the night in a secluded mountain refuge ! Perched on the slopes of Mont Tendre (1680 m), the refuge offers a 180° panoramic view of the Alps , from the Eiger to the Écrins massif. After a traditional Jura cheese dish (a local specialty), and a good night's rest, it will be time to ascend to the summit of the Swiss Jura. A weekend to discover landscapes and terrain perfectly suited to snowshoeing!

The highlights

  • The panoramic view of the Alps from the Jura mountain ridges
  • Overnight stay in an unguarded mountain refuge
  • A terrain ideal for snowshoeing
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Sport

Level

Snowshoeing

Intermediate

Levels

Snowshoeing
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years.
For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

For contemplative walkers.

Hiker level 2 on a scale of 5.

Hilly route with average elevation changes of 500m uphill and/or downhill. Multi-day hike.

Average elevation gain: 500 m

Average time: 3 hours Maximum: 5 hours

In figures

Snowshoes

  • Average duration/day: 5h
  • Average daily elevation gain: 350 m
  • Average daily descent: 210 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Jean Michel, Yohann ou François

Mountain guides of the region, specialists in winter hiking.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
  • map

    Welcome, hiking and overnight stay at the refuge

    • Transportation Car - 00h15 - 15km
    • Activity Snowshoes
    • Duration of the activity 4h
    • Positive elevation gain 300 m
    • Negative elevation 120 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Arrival at Brassus station at 9:30 am, then distribution of participants into cars for a 15-minute drive to reach the start of the hike.

    Through the "pré-bois", remarkable landscapes of the Jura, legacy of the first inhabitants, we walk to the Refuge du Cunay (1h30).

    After settling in and having lunch at the refuge, we'll traverse ridges and valleys, crossing the "hollows of hell," and discover the Pré de St Livre and its geological curiosity: the ice cave (3 hours). Back at the refuge, a hot meal awaits us. Overnight at the refuge.

    Day 1

Note

This program is indicative; it may be modified by your guide to adapt to weather and snow conditions.

Accommodation

🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1
  • 🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1
🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1

You will spend the night in an unguarded mountain refuge: the Cabane du Cunay. There's a good chance we'll be the only occupants. We'll light a fire as soon as we arrive; that's enough to heat the common room and the dormitory!

Blankets are available in the shelter, you must bring a sleeping bag liner and a pillowcase.

If you are sensitive to the cold, there are fleece sleeping bag liners available.

Access

Departure
Gare de Brassus
Day 1 : 09h30
End of stay
Col du Marchairuz (Suisse)
Day 2 - 17h30

For the return: by car, return on Sunday around 5:00 p.m. to the Col du Marchairuz (Switzerland) // by train, return on Sunday around 5:30 p.m. to the Brassus train station (Switzerland).

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Brassus
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby

🚘 From the North:

  1. Take the A39 to exit 7 (Poligny) .
  2. Follow the N5 (towards Champagnole / Les Rousses).
  3. Arriving in Les Rousses : enter the centre (pass in front of the Post Office) then turn left towards Bois d'Amont .
  4. Cross through the village of Bois d'Amont (4 km).
  5. Crossing the Swiss border .
  6. Continue for 4 km to Le Brassus .
  7. Meeting point: The train station is on your left , just after the roundabout.

🚘 From the Southeast (via Oyonnax)

  1. Take the A40 then the A404 to Oyonnax .
  2. Follow the signs for St Claude , then follow the signs for Geneva (D436).
  3. 3 km after Septmoncel, turn left onto the D25 (direction Lamoura/Les Rousses).
  4. Just before entering Les Rousses, turn right towards Bois d'Amont .
  5. Cross through the village of Bois d'Amont (4 km).
  6. Crossing the Swiss border .
  7. Continue for 4 km to Le Brassus .
  8. Meeting point: The train station is on your left , just after the roundabout.
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Price details

The price includes

  • Organization costs and supervision
  • Food and full board accommodation
  • Loan of snowshoes and poles
  • Wine for the hot box (but feel free to bring a local specialty from your region)

The price does not include

  1. Drinks and personal expenses
  2. Personal equipment
  3. Transfers
  4. The means of transport to the meeting place
  5. The "arrival the day before" option
  6. Anything not mentioned in the previous section

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Arrived the day before by train - Price for 1 person : CHF114.00 / person
  2. Arrived the day before by train - Price for 2 or more travelers : CHF76.00 / person
  3. I'm coming by train : CHF0.00 / person
  4. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

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4,9/5
(42 reviews)
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M

MAGALI

february 2026
Translated from French
Ras
Published on 01/03/2026
S

SOIZIC

february 2026
Translated from French
Great weekend. Magnificent scenery and Sarah the guide was truly fantastic.
Published on 01/03/2026
s

sophie

january 2026
Translated from French
Fantastic trip thanks to a wonderful guide, very well organized. One small drawback: the packing list wasn't always appropriate.
Published on 03/02/2026

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,9/5
(42 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
M

MAGALI

february 2026
Translated from French
Ras
Published on 01/03/2026
S

SOIZIC

february 2026
Translated from French
Great weekend. Magnificent scenery and Sarah the guide was truly fantastic.
Published on 01/03/2026
s

sophie

january 2026
Translated from French
Fantastic trip thanks to a wonderful guide, very well organized. One small drawback: the packing list wasn't always appropriate.
Published on 03/02/2026
C

Cédric

january 2025
Translated from French
Mikel, a professional, personable guide and nature trail.
Published on 19/05/2025
J

Jérémy

march 2025
Translated from French
Our trip was absolutely wonderful. It was incredibly enriching, with beautiful scenery and lots of information about the local flora and fauna! I loved following and discovering the tracks of wild animals throughout the trip. For future hikers, we were there at the end of March 2025 and we had to use snowshoes a few times. However, thanks to Yohann, our guide, we made the most of them: he found us the best trails and we really enjoyed the snow, even at the end of the season :) Finally, everything was well organized, and the meals were delicious and plentiful. We simply let ourselves be guided by the organization, and it was perfect for us: we achieved our goal of getting away from it all and relaxing. Thanks again to Yohann and Fred for their support throughout the trip :)
  • Jérémy
  • Jérémy
Published on 25/03/2025
E

Emilie

march 2025
Translated from French
I was very satisfied with my stay; everything was as described. For my first experience in a mountain refuge, I was pleasantly surprised. The hikes were great, and there was still plenty of snow! The views were beautiful, and the pace and snowshoeing ascent were accessible to most people.
Published on 17/03/2025
S

Sylvie

march 2025
Translated from French
A snowy destination, snowshoes on, elevation changes, beautiful views of the Alps, Switzerland. The meals, the guide—everything was fantastic.
  • Sylvie
  • Sylvie
  • Sylvie
  • Sylvie
Published on 11/03/2025
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Isabelle

march 2025
  • Isabelle
  • Isabelle
Published on 11/03/2025
M

Marie-Noëlle

march 2025
Published on 11/03/2025
A

Amina

february 2025
  • Amina
Published on 26/02/2025
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