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Jura
Trailblazer 8
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An
eight-night holiday for cyclists who like to explore further afield.
Wander through the historic streets of Besançon to the Citadel.
Freewheel down the Loue valley, through the time-locked villages
of Mouthier and Lods. Visit picturesque Ornans where the houses
are built over both banks of the river.
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Day
1: Arrive at Champagnole |
On arrival
at the railway station our representative will take you to our
base hotel, known for its old-style grandeur and friendly family
welcome.
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2: Champagnole – Malbuisson
52 kms |
As soon as
you leave town you are in very pretty countryside: gently undulating
terrain through woods and farmland, past small villages, rivers
and waterfalls.
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3: Malbuisson |
 Our
excellent hotel, on the banks of Lac St Point, is a picturesque
spot to spend the day relaxing. The roads around the lake
are very popular with local cyclists as training routes,
being well surfaced and as challenging as you want to
make them. Further afield, visit the imposing Château
de Joux; or cycle to Metabief for a trip in a cable car
and walk to the summit of the Mont d’Or. |
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4: Malbuisson
– Bonnevaux le Prieuré
58 kms |
 A
longer day’s cycle with some stunning downhill stretches.
Visit the source of the Loue River where it gushes from
the base of a towering cliff. Then freewheel alongside
the gorge to Mouthier Haute-Pierre and Lods, beautiful
and unusual farming villages in the Loue valley. |
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5: Bonnevaux
le Prieuré |
The hotel
is a converted water mill in a tranquil green valley. Follow
the chef’s suggestions in the exceptional restaurant for
an unforgettable gourmet experience.
Cycle to historic Besançon and its 17th century Citadel.
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6: Bonnevaux
le Prieuré – Salins les Bains
50 kms |
 Start
the day with a visit to the picture postcard town of Ornans.
Then on past the château at Cléron through
tiny villages along small roads in rural undulating countryside
to Salins les Bains. |
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7: Salins
les Bains |
 Cycle
to the pretty villages on the Loue River and Arc-et-Senans,
then continue to Quingey through very pretty countryside
back to Salins. |
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8: Salins
les Bains – Champagnole
55 kms |
A good day’s
cycle across the typical Jura countryside with a good mix of
woods, plains and rolling pasture. A day of big skies, fresh
air, peace and quiet to turn the pedals and enjoy.
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Day
9: Leave for Home |
After breakfast,
our representative will take you to the railway station for
your journey home.
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Discover
Jura |
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Jura
Trailblazer |
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Facts |
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| Duration |
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| 9 days
- 8 nights |
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| Grading |
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| Accommodation |
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2 x
3star hotel, 2 x 2star Hotels
1 with pool
all 1/2 board |
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Arrangements |
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| Self
drive; or air/rail to Paris or Dijon, rail to Champagnole, met by
rep - then transfer to hotel |
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