The Hirondelles line crosses the Jura from north to south, from Dole to Saint-Claude.

Along its 123 km, you'll discover the variety of landscapes in the Jura, as well as its viaducts and tunnels, works of art that are symbols of technical prowess and a true testament to a human adventure at the beginning of the last century!

The fierce determination of industrialists in the Haute-Jurassie not to remain isolated in the mountains gave rise to the project in the 1860s. To convince the government, a handful of men set about building the route themselves and helped finance it. The original route linking Andelot to La Cluse via Morez was finally inaugurated on 10 August 1912.

No fewer than 36 tunnels and 22 viaducts punctuate this line, allowing passengers to enjoy sumptuous, breathtaking scenery from the Doloise plain to the Haut-Jura plateaux, via the foothills of the vineyards!

The SNCF now classifies this line as one of its tourist trains, and new trains with large windows have replaced the old railcars.

The tourist offices of Morez, Dole and Saint-Claude are working together to develop tourist offers on this line throughout the year.

Organised trips with commentary will help you make the most of your excursion in summer and winter.

Outside these periods, you can travel individually on the line, according to the regular train timetable.


DISCOVERY PACKAGES


ASSAULT ON THE VIADUCTS! "

Morez <> Morbier

Guided walk between Morez and Morbier by Laurent Lalouette, mountain guide.

The return journey takes the train over the most impressive section of the line, with its cliff-side viaducts.

Learn about the construction of the viaducts, the industrial history of Morez and the watchmaking industry in Morbier, the river Bienne, the fauna and flora of the Jura...

Bring walking shoes: 5km, 180m ascent.

Prices: €15/adult - €10/child (aged 4 to 12) - Free for children under 4.

Departure: 9.15am - Haut-Jura Tourist Office - Place Jean Jaurès - 39400 MOREZ

Booking essential: Morez Tourist Office: 03 84 33 08 73 / tourisme@haut-jura.com

Departure minimum 10 pers. - maximum 20 people Additional dates available for groups on request.

MEGA VIADUCT TOUR" PACKAGE

Champagnole <> Morez

Discover one of the most beautiful sections of the Ligne des Hirondelles between Champagnole and Morez: cliffside viaducts, deep gorges...

Mountain guide Josiane Bertolini invites you on an extraordinary journey along one of the most beautiful railway lines in France. She'll tell you all about the history of this exceptional work of art, and the heritage and landscapes of the Jura that you'll be able to admire.

In Morez, you can visit the town and the Musée de la Lunette. A tour to find out more about the know-how of the Morez valley.

Walk down to the town centre.
Lunch on your own (remember to bring your own picnic or book a restaurant).
A personalised outing, tailored to your wishes.
Leaving from Mouchard, Champagnole, Morez, Saint-Claude.
Accompanied by Josiane Bertolini, mountain guide.

Information and organisation: 06 70 06 94 91 - contact@jurabalades.com