Day Itinerary
9 Activities
Day 2
55 mi2 mi
Waterfalls and Caves of France and Switzerland
Today, be prepared to be amazed by the natural wonders of France and Switzerland.
You will begin the day by visiting an enchanted forest, full of waterfalls and emerald green lakes that make you feel like you are in a fairy tale. You will then cross into Switzerland and visit the famous Vallorbe caves that will leave you in awe after seeing the impressive sound and lights show deep in this underground cathedral.
Finally, visit the close-by animal park, where you will see animals such as wolves and bears living in semi-wild conditions that allows you to appreciate their true beauty and learn much about them. You will end your day at a quite and peaceful Swiss area, where you will have the chance to enjoy Swiss nature and vistas of the lakes all around you.
You will begin the day by visiting an enchanted forest, full of waterfalls and emerald green lakes that make you feel like you are in a fairy tale. You will then cross into Switzerland and visit the famous Vallorbe caves that will leave you in awe after seeing the impressive sound and lights show deep in this underground cathedral.
Finally, visit the close-by animal park, where you will see animals such as wolves and bears living in semi-wild conditions that allows you to appreciate their true beauty and learn much about them. You will end your day at a quite and peaceful Swiss area, where you will have the chance to enjoy Swiss nature and vistas of the lakes all around you.
0.3 mi
10 min
09:105 min
Parking autocars
Parking
Open Details
Collect your car and get ready for an exciting day ahead.
9.5 mi
20 min
09:351 hr 30 min
Source du Lison
Landmark
Open Details
This natural wonder is like an enchanted forest out of a fairy tale. Source du Lisbon is a natural attraction that contains a number of astonishing waterfalls, emerald green lakes and beautiful forest to walk through. Stepping inside the forest feels like you are being transformed into a different world, away from all the hustle and bustle of the busy, city life.
There are a number of different trail that you can explore while here. One leads to Chêne remarquable, a 300 year old Oak tree, and on the opposite side you can find Creux Billard, a 90-meter-deep chasm. Spend some time here to absorb the natural beauty and energy of this special place.
The carpark is located right next to the main entrance.
There are a number of different trail that you can explore while here. One leads to Chêne remarquable, a 300 year old Oak tree, and on the opposite side you can find Creux Billard, a 90-meter-deep chasm. Spend some time here to absorb the natural beauty and energy of this special place.
The carpark is located right next to the main entrance.
40.9 mi
1 hr 10 min
12:155 min
Parking Grottes de Vallorbe
Parking
Open Details
Park your car here, to begin walking to the caves
0.4 mi
10 min
12:301 hr 30 min
Vallorbe Caves
Landmark
Open Details
The Vallorbe caves are an impressive natural wonder definitely worth a visit. This underground cathedral that has first been discovered by a diver in 1893, features impressive geological formations of all shapes and sizes, and huge cavities that visitors are now ables to walk through to experience the true power of the caves. It also features a display of over 250 minerals and crystals, so a perfect place for those fascinated by the spiritual aspects of minerals. At the end of the tour, the site also offers an incredible sound and light show that allows you experience the true magic of mother nature.
Open Hours: June -August: 09:30-17:30 Sept-Oct;Apr-May: 09:30-16:30 November: 13:30-16:00
For more information on schedula, visit here
Open Hours: June -August: 09:30-17:30 Sept-Oct;Apr-May: 09:30-16:30 November: 13:30-16:00
For more information on schedula, visit here
0.5 mi
10 min
14:101 hr 30 min
Restaurant de la Source
Restaurant
Open Details
Stop off for lunch at the local restaurant just minutes away from the caves.
Here you can enjoy the view of the town and it's atmosphere as you unwind on the terrace and recharge your batteries for the next part of the trip.
Open Hours: Wednesday-Saturday: 09:00-22:00 Sunday: 09:00-18:00 Monday-Tuesday: closed
Open Hours: Wednesday-Saturday: 09:00-22:00 Sunday: 09:00-18:00 Monday-Tuesday: closed
3 mi
10 min
15:501 hr 30 min
Juraparc
Zoo
Open Details
This is a wonderful animal park to visit, if you are a lover of animals and if you have kids. The park features a range of animals, but the stars of the show are the bears and wolfs which live together here. The park also offers a petting zoo, where you can pet the goats and ponies. It’s also great to see that all of the animals living in such big spaces, that allows them in the nature and for us to see this is true magic.
Open hours: Mon-Wed: 9:00-18:00 Thu-Sat: 09:00-23:00 Sunday: 09:00-21:00
For more information about the animal park, visit here
Open hours: Mon-Wed: 9:00-18:00 Thu-Sat: 09:00-23:00 Sunday: 09:00-21:00
For more information about the animal park, visit here
1.8 mi
5 min
17:305 min
Parking
Open Details
Park your car here, as you will spend the remainder of your day in this charming Swiss area.
0.4 mi
10 min
17:501 hr 30 min
Plongeoir à Gus
Open Details
Spend some time to explore the beauty of the Swiss country. This area features a number of serene lakes and vistas to enjoy and experience.
0.6 mi
15 min
19:352 hrs
Restaurant du Lac
Restaurant
Open Details
Dine in at one of the best restaurants of the area. The restauruant du Lac offers a delicious local cuisine with a range of dishes and deserts to choose from.
Open Hours: Thursday-Monday: 11:00-14:30; 18:30-23:00 Tuesday-Wed: closed
Open Hours: Thursday-Monday: 11:00-14:30; 18:30-23:00 Tuesday-Wed: closed
0.3 mi
10 min
22:0010 hrsHotels
Hôtel de la Truite
7.7
Check in at this beautiful hotel right next to the High Road of the Jura. It is close to all of the town’s main attractions and offers wonderful services and views of the area.