crédit photo : Benoît Grosjean
Morteau / Morteau
68km
+1200m
3h30-4h00
spring/summer
2/5*
Physical & technical
Starting from the Chambres d’Hôtes La Carrée aux Fins or the Morteau train station, you’ll set out on a 68 km loop through typical Doubs hamlets and numerous forest trails.
After a few kilometers, you’ll reach the Belvédère des Taillards, located near the Saut du Doubs. From there, you can even catch a glimpse of the natural border between France and Switzerland, with a restaurant adorned with the Swiss flag visible in the distance. You’ll then alternate between small country roads and trails. There’s a fairly steep climb in the woods at kilometer 12, where you may need to get off your bike.
You’ll then head towards the hamlets of Mémont, Bizot with its church, and Bélieu. The route also passes by Comté cheese dairies, such as those in Russey and Bonnétage.
Next, you’ll reach the start of the climb up Mont Vouillot, beginning at kilometer 50. Once at the summit, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Morteau and its surroundings.
crédit photo : Benoît Grosjean
After enjoying this panoramic view, you’ll descend back to Morteau, marking the end of the itinerary.
Map & GPX
tested
Best Addresses
(*tested)
RESTAURANTS
Boulangerie aux saveurs frasnoises*
Bakery - sucré&salé
ACTIVITIES
La Source du Doubs*
Walk to the Source of the Doubs
Culinary Specialties / Local Products
- La Fondue Comtoise
- Le Poulet aux Morilles
- La Potée Comtoise
- Les Salaisons :
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Morteau sausage and Montbéliard sausage, known for being slowly smoked in a "Tuyé," a large conical chimney used in local farms.
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- La Morbiflette
- Le Fromage
- Le Comté
- Le Morbier
- Le Mont d'Or
- Les boissons
- l'Absinthe : More than just a drink, absinthe is accompanied by a whole ritual. It was banned for many years before being reinstated in 2001.
- le Pontarlier/Pontarlier Anis : Anise-flavored alcoholic aperitif made in Pontarlier, created in 1921 by Armand Guy (registered trademark for the “Pontarlier-Anis” from the Pierre Guy distillery in Pontarlier).
- Le Gâteau de Ménage
My Equipments
For this itinerary
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Article in collaboration with @doubs_tourisme and Département du Doubs @doubscd25
