Winter Holiday Activity Program

en Pays Horloger

The winter holidays are here and you're looking for activities? Here's our selection of activities to enjoy with guides and passionate locals who have prepared a rich and varied program of activities for you during the winter holidays. Snowshoeing or hiking outings, visits to fruit orchards, discovering an old watchmaking workshop, biathlon... Find activities for the winter holidays here, and the good news is, with or without snow, the activities are adapted!

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1. Snowshoeing outings

Snowshoes and great information to discover the scenery animal tracks and understand the environment in which we evolve! Snowshoeing is a must in the Nordic areas of Montagnes du Jura. Take advantage of advice informed of your accompanist, your outing will take on a whole new dimension.

And what if there's no snow?!

Make way for sneakers, the activity is still going strong! On the program a beautiful hikes with your guide to discover our landscapes, fauna and flora!

Tuesdays
from February 10 to March 03

Thursdays
from February 12 to March 05

Friday
February 27

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2. Visit to the cheese dairy

Do we know him so well? County ?! To eat it yes, but its history and manufacturing deserve a visit in one of our fruit trees ! Several tours are scheduled, remember to book!

Thursday February 19

Wednesday February 25

Wednesdays February 11, 18, 25 and March 4

Thursdays February 19, 26 and March 5

Thursdays, February 12, 19, 26 and Thursday, March 5

Thursdays, February 12, 19 and 26

Clockmaker François Boinay Pays Horloger workshop

3. Visit to an antique watchmaking workshop

The ticking of dozens of clocks welcomes you into this workshop intimate, that of François, “clockmaker” artisan…and storyteller. You probably know him, he's been on TV on the 13 p.m. news on France 2 Busy setting the time, he will nevertheless be able to give you some time to tell you about the ingenuity of the manufacturers. of clocks et pendulums, the rich one history of our country, smuggling and its twists and turns.

Mondays and Fridays
from February 9 to March 6 at 14 p.m.

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4. Visit to life before

Enter a typical farm of our mountains To discover the peasant life of yesteryear. These pipe farms traditional traditions will reveal many of their secrets to you.

Guided tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays
from February 10 to March 5 at 10 p.m. and 14 p.m.

Open Houses
from Thursday to Monday

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5. Sports days for 6-10 year olds

Suction cup archery, ultimate, nature walks, athletics, disc golf, etc. The varied program is specially designed for children aged 6 to 10.

Tuesday February 10

Tuesday, February 10 – for TEENS

Thursday February 12

Monday 16 February

Tuesday February 17

Thursday February 19

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6. Biathlon

Fun... and not so easy! Once you've got your heart rate up, it becomes difficult to adjust your aim... Try it to be like the pros on TV.

And what if there's no snow?!

Good news, the activity is maintained and still remains fun and enjoyable to try!

Wednesdays, February 11 and 18 

Tuesday February 10

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7. Visit to a wooden toy workshop

Magnificent workshop where toys come to life. After a very interesting visit to the wooden toy manufacturing, you can try out giant wooden games.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 15pm
From February 10 to 5 March

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8. Cross-country skiing

2 mini-internships For children, two consecutive days of fun and discovery of skating or classic skiing and snowshoeing. If there is no snow, it is cancelled.

CARNIVAL !
🎭Ski in costume!

SKI LESSONS
Think about it!

Alternative or skating? The wide open spaces and the joys of skiing are yours. There's no shortage of slopes in the area, with something for every level.

❄ For those who want to take the opportunity to learn or improve, book a course according to your level with Nordic Progression.

❄ Appointment on the snow report to know the snow conditions and slope openings.

All the events

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The whole agenda is here!
Treasure hunt, igloo building, carnival… Find out more in detail all the activities offered during the holidays, Check out our calendar to find out all about it.

Agenda

Snow?

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A quick look at the webcam to ensure snow, or failing that, sunshine!

Don't forget the snow reports which compile all the information on the opening of cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, sledding trails, etc.

After the effort, comfort!

The pleasure of winter outings is also the time to go home to do the 4h! Household cake and apple pancakes, here are two must-haves that are sure to delight the whole family. There are also evenings by the fire, board games... and the meal: What about a fondue tonight? or a restaurant It's time to treat yourself.

All the information for winter lovers

“It’s grinding here”, a local expression that’s perfect for telling you about winter in Pays Horloger, activities, good deals… you will undoubtedly find some ideas to complete your holiday outings.

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