Gravel races in the canton of Jura

Gravel in the canton of Jura is ridden on an ideal plateau: stone-surfaced tracks in the Franches-Montagnes, forest trails, farm roads and paths along the Doubs 🌿. Little traffic, open landscapes and stone villages dotting every loop make it a prime territory for anyone who wants to ride far without meeting many people. The surfaces change constantly, from compact gravel to packed earth. The plateau's farm inns serve as natural refueling points, and loops of 60 to 100 km are easy to piece together on a map, without ever riding the same path twice.

The terrain remains accessible, with long, steady climbs rather than steep walls, which suits riders of all levels 🚵. In spring, the trails dry quickly on the plateau, while autumn adds slippery dead leaves that call for caution on the descents. A tire of around 40 mm remains the best compromise for linking trails and secondary roads.

The Finishers calendar does not list any gravel races in the canton of Jura at the moment. However, UCI The Majestics, on July 9, 2027 in Villars / Ollon, in the canton of Vaud, is on the Finishers gravel calendar 🏔️. The neighboring gravel races in the canton of Neuchâtel round out the offering for fans of Jura trails.

A loop around Saint-Ursanne and the Doubs valley remains a great classic for a discovery ride 🏰. Back home, the Tête de Moine, a cheese shaved into rosettes, rewards the effort 🧀. Choose your gravel ride according to your mood, from a family outing to a big endurance loop, and check the calendar of gravel races in the canton to find your next goal. A great way to end the day.