Lac De Chaillexon is a natural water reservoir situated on the French and Swiss border, characterized by its dramatic scenery. The region features steep limestone cliffs, which can reach approximately 50 meters in height, and the Gorges du Doubs, leading to the notable Saut du Doubs waterfall. This landscape provides a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits, supporting several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
The Lac De Chaillexon area…
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539
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16.4km
04:56
490m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10.4km
03:18
370m
370m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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17.1km
05:31
690m
690m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4.69km
01:27
180m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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39.0km
03:33
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.7km
03:41
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1,040m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53.7km
05:09
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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32.8km
02:52
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22.1km
03:10
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1,010m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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11.5km
01:33
490m
490m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.64km
01:05
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230m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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17.4km
02:10
490m
490m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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89.2km
03:52
810m
820m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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47.6km
02:19
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44.2km
02:08
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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36
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23.9km
02:31
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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45.8km
03:04
700m
700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.4km
02:52
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.7km
02:25
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.1km
01:55
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530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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129km
08:40
2,080m
2,080m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Lac De Chaillexon is a natural water reservoir situated on the French and Swiss border. It is characterized by dramatic scenery, including steep limestone cliffs and the Gorges du Doubs. The lake leads to the notable Saut du Doubs waterfall.
Lac De Chaillexon offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region provides diverse terrain suitable for these sports. Visitors have contributed to more than 4 routes available on komoot.
Yes, the Lac De Chaillexon region features an extensive network of hiking trails. These paths traverse along rivers, through forests, and offer mountain views. Popular routes include those leading to the Saut du Doubs waterfall and through the Gorges du Doubs. More information is available in the Hiking around Lac De Chaillexon guide.
The region offers hiking trails suitable for various skill levels, including family walks. Paths are available for those seeking less challenging routes. Specific easy hikes can be found in the Easy hikes around Lac De Chaillexon guide.
Key natural features include the steep limestone cliffs, which can reach approximately 164 feet (50 meters) in height. The Gorges du Doubs are also prominent, leading to the 89-foot (27-meter) high Saut du Doubs waterfall. The lake itself is a natural water reservoir formed by glacial movements.
The Jura Mountains, encompassing Lac De Chaillexon, offer a wide network of cycling itineraries. Scenic roads in the area provide panoramic views and challenging climbs for road cyclists. Details on routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Lac De Chaillexon guide.
Yes, the Haut-Doubs region around Lac De Chaillexon is suitable for mountain biking. It features over 100 miles (170 kilometers) of maintained and marked mountain biking paths. These trails vary in distance and gradient, traversing wooded areas, lakes, and mountains. Consult the MTB Trails around Lac De Chaillexon guide for options.
The area around Villers-le-Lac, near Lac De Chaillexon, provides diverse jogging routes. These paths traverse woodlands, pastures, and follow watersides, offering a range of surfaces and gradients. The Running Trails around Lac De Chaillexon guide lists available options.
Routes in Lac De Chaillexon have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on contributions from more than 2,900 users. Over 30,000 visitors have explored the region using komoot.
For more information about the region, including Lac De Chaillexon, the official website for Pays Horloger Tourism is available. The website provides details on local attractions and activities. The official website is pays-horloger.com.
The Office de Tourisme du Pays Horloger provides tourist information for the area. The phone number for the Villers-le-Lac bureau is +33 3 81 68 00 98. This office can assist with inquiries about the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Lac De Chaillexon, covering various activities. These include guides for Hiking, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, and Running Trails. There are also guides for Waterfall hikes and Easy hikes.

