Stay idea: experience autumn for a weekend in Pays Horloger

en Pays Horloger

For a weekend, soak up the peaceful rhythm of autumn and experience Pays Horloger. The little Canada of the Doubs Basins, the history of smuggling and watchmaking told by François, the daily life of our ancestors with the collections of the Musée d'Antan, the Cirque de Consolation… A varied and colorful program awaits you. Put down your suitcases, and at your own pace, discover, meet, taste…

Day 1

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Day 1 / morning: Visit

What was life like before?

Tractors, master keys, churns... utensils and tools belonging to farmers and families of yesteryear offer an opportunity to travel back in time. Discover the daily lives of our ancestors with this incredible collection compiled by Joseph Simonin, a passionate and fascinating local.

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What was life like before?
7 Bournez Way
25500 MONTLEBON
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Day 1 / noon: Restaurant

This inn, just a stone's throw from Switzerland, will allow you to continue your journey through time with its rich history. But above all, it will be the perfect opportunity for a well-deserved lunch break to sample the local cuisine.

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Local break for lunch
Place called Vieux Châteleu
25570 GRAND'COMBE-CHATELEU
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Day 1 / afternoon: Boat trip

Embark on a peaceful cruise through the heart of the Doubs Basins. For a few moments, following the meanders of the river, surrounded by cliffs and forests adorned with their autumn colors, you may feel as if you have been transported to another place... or continent. Sometimes considered a little Canada, you will be able to get an idea of ​​our territory, in the heart of the Montagnes du Jura.

Boat trip in the Doubs basins

Doubs waterfall, autumn, pools, boat, Doubs cliffs, Jura pays horloger©Aerodyne France

They talk about us

``Visit the Montagnes du Jura, Little French Canada`` by Les Droners

Droners

``We had the opportunity to visit this magnificent region bordering Switzerland at the end of October 2019. We were amazed by this palette of autumnal colors. A peaceful and rejuvenating stay that we thoroughly enjoyed. Today, we share with you our discoveries, our encounters, and our itinerary, which were simply magical.``

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Day 1 / evening: Rest

Relaxing and peaceful evening in this pretty hamlet on the heights of Pays HorlogerIn this renovated farmhouse, enjoy the warmth of the wood that decorates the rooms and promises you a moment full of sweetness. The table d'hôte, meanwhile, offers you a delicious local dish.

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Bed and breakfast in the heart of nature

Day 2

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Clockmaker François Boinay Pays Horloger workshop
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Day 2 / morning: Meeting

The ticking of dozens of clocks welcomes you into this intimate workshop, that of François, a craftsman and storyteller. Busy regulating time, he will also be able to give you plenty to tell you about the ingenuity of clock and pendulum makers, the rich history of our region, and smuggling and its twists and turns.

©Elise OTPH
The history and technique of watchmaking
101 The Houses Below
25140 THE BARKS
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Day 2 / noon: Restaurant

It's hard to fully explore the region's gastronomy in two days. Here's a chance to perfect your regional culinary knowledge at this must-visit destination. The cuisine is generous and the decor is warm.

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Local cuisine
14 Pontarlier road
25210 BONNETAGE
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Day 2 / afternoon: Walk

To round off your stay, take a stroll through the Cirque de Consolation. A place conducive to calm and serenity, it likely led to the establishment of the ancient monastery several centuries earlier. In this wild environment, the moss and water put on a show, bringing us, as visitors, back to our humble place.

The Circus of Consolation

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They talk about us

``Autumn weekend around the Saut du Doubs`` by the Montagnes du Jura

Montagnes du Jura

Discover another version of a stay in Pays Horloger, punctuated by autumn. We invite you here to appreciate the little moments that make good memories and to simply recharge your batteries.

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canoeing Doubs water trip river Saint-Hippolyte pays horloger

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Doubs basins winter snow©Laurent Cheviet

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