Menétrux-En-Joux is a region in the Jura mountains of France, known for its varied natural terrain. The area features dramatic waterfalls, panoramic viewpoints, and picturesque lakes, all set within a landscape of forests and limestone cliffs. This geography provides a suitable environment for several outdoor activities, including hiking, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Menétrux-En-Joux offers a range of outdoor activities for exploration. There are more than 30 routes available across several sports like…
113
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4.4
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Average rating
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4.7
(299)
3,338
hikers
8.23km
02:44
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(11)
103
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
55
hikers
7.52km
02:25
300m
300m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(56)
297
hikers
20.4km
06:15
550m
550m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.5
(35)
211
riders
35.4km
02:51
520m
520m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.3
(24)
118
riders
9.87km
00:45
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(5)
17
riders
15.2km
01:16
240m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(8)
54
riders
40.5km
02:52
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(20)
186
riders
12.3km
01:04
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(9)
58
riders
74.6km
04:51
840m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
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32
riders
10.2km
00:40
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(10)
119
riders
37.8km
02:45
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(6)
124
riders
75.5km
03:29
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(5)
175
riders
31.6km
01:48
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
(6)
102
riders
49.3km
02:18
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
32
riders
45.5km
02:16
670m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
(2)
81
runners
13.9km
01:46
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

72
runners
22.3km
02:56
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

53
runners
7.41km
00:49
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
runners
48.2km
05:52
850m
850m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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3.3
(3)
38
riders
45.4km
03:20
710m
710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
27
riders
29.3km
02:05
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
7
riders
48.9km
03:28
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
42.9km
03:14
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5
hikers
12.0km
03:42
350m
350m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(1)
2
hikers
8.37km
02:36
210m
210m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
2
hikers
9.89km
03:07
270m
270m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Menétrux-En-Joux offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features 35 routes across these sports. These routes have been rated by more than 26,000 visitors, with an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars.
The primary natural attractions include the Hérisson waterfalls, featuring seven cascades like Le Grand Saut and L'Éventail. The Pic de l'Aigle offers panoramic views of the Jura region and lakes. Nearby lakes such as Lac de Chalain and the Four Lakes are also notable features.
Yes, a network of trails allows exploration of all seven Hérisson waterfalls, including Le Grand Saut and L'Éventail. The Hiking around Menétrux-En-Joux guide provides details on these routes. The Maison des Cascades offers visitor information about the waterfalls.
From the summit of Pic de l'Aigle, at 993 meters, panoramic views of the entire Jura region are visible. This includes the Ilay gorges, the Jura mountains, and on clear days, Mont Blanc. The area's lakes are also visible from this viewpoint.
Yes, the region is suitable for both mountain biking and touring cycling. The MTB Trails around Menétrux-En-Joux guide and Cycling around Menétrux-En-Joux guide provide route options. The broader Jura Mountains region features extensive cycling networks, including parts of the Grande Traversée du Jura.
Komoot offers several guides for Menétrux-En-Joux, including Hiking around Menétrux-En-Joux, Running Trails around Menétrux-En-Joux, and MTB Trails around Menétrux-En-Joux. Guides for Touring Cycling, Road Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Mountain Hikes are also available. These guides detail routes for various sports.
Routes in Menétrux-En-Joux have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 2,600 users. Over 26,000 visitors have shared their experiences on the region's trails.
The trails around the Hérisson waterfalls offer varying levels of difficulty, including options suitable for leisurely walks. The Hiking around Menétrux-En-Joux guide can help identify routes that are less strenuous. The region's diverse terrain accommodates different fitness levels.
There are 35 routes available in Menétrux-En-Joux across various outdoor sports. These include 24 hiking routes, 4 jogging routes, 3 touring cycling routes, and 2 mountain biking routes. Additional routes are available for road cycling, gravel biking, and mountaineering.
The Mairie (Town Hall) of Menétrux-En-Joux can be contacted for general information. The phone number is +33384257058. This number provides a direct contact for local inquiries.
Yes, the area is home to picturesque lakes such as Lac de Chalain and the Four Lakes (Les Quatre Lacs). These lakes are often integrated into various hiking and cycling routes. Viewpoints (belvédères) frequently showcase the blue waters surrounded by limestone cliffs.

