The beginning of the route will lead you to Fort de Saint-Antoine, a former military fort converted into a cheese aging cellar for Comté. If you wish, you can plan a visit after your ride—just remember to book in advance 🙂 After climbing up to the fort, you’ll descend towards Lake Saint-Point, the third largest natural lake in France!

After a few kilometers, you’ll reach the Belvédère des Taillards, located near the Saut du Doubs. From there, you can even catch a glimpse of the natural border between France and Switzerland, with a restaurant adorned with the Swiss flag visible in the distance. You’ll then alternate between small country roads and trails. There’s a fairly steep climb in the woods at kilometer 12, where you may need to get off your bike.

The beginning of the route mainly follows country roads, which you will join after leaving Frasne. You’ll pass through the Frasne-Bouverans Peatland Nature Reserve, which is accessible on foot, with bike facilities available for secure parking. You’ll then continue towards Bonnevaux, where you’ll find La Pastorale Farm Museum, a traditional farm of the Haut-Doubs that perfectly illustrates how local farmers have adapted to the challenges of this mid-mountain region for dairy production. Still on country roads, you’ll reach the village of Remoray, where you’ll pass by its church and the old 19th-century presbytery.