Looking for a destination that combines unspoilt nature, historical heritage and gourmet delights? Then you'll love the Doubs in the heart of the Jura Mountains Only a few hours by train from Paris, Lyon or Strasbourg! Between Besançon and the Loue valley, this département offers a multitude of experiences accessible by train and bike. The ideal destination for taking the time to slow down and enjoy unique landscapes.
The department is excellent rail connections whether by TGV or regional trains:
Once in the region, the trains TER / TRAIN Mobigo connect several major stations in the Doubs region:
👉 The trains + coaches (Mobigo) network covers dozens of routes throughout the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region, making it easy to go car-free anywhere in the Doubs.
Limestone cliffs, green valleys and turquoise rivers: the Doubs is an ideal playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking to lookouts, canoeing on the Loue, via ferrata or caving in the Cavottes cave... every outing is an immersion in nature.
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Things to do in Doubs: the most beautiful experiences to enjoy in the Jura Mountains
Regional capital, Besançon will seduce you with its UNESCO-listed Vauban citadel, its museums and its art of living along the Doubs. Further south, Ornans will tell you the story of the painter Gustave Courbet, between contemporary museum and historic workshop.
Emblematic cheeses (Comté, Mont d'Or), river trout, Jura wines: the Doubs region knows how to delight travelers curious about local produce. From gourmet dining to country picnics, every stop is an opportunity to savour authentic local produce.
In short, whether you're a sportsman, art lover or gourmet, you're sure to find what you're looking for in the Doubs!
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What to do in the Jura Mountains in a week?
The discounted rates below apply to TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté network (TRAIN Mobigo) on which the entire department depends:
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