Discover rock climbing in the Jura
Discovering rock climbing in the Jura means gaining access to a wide variety of natural crags, suitable for beginners and experienced climbers alike. The mountain range offers the ideal playground for a first taste of vertical climbing, as well as for honing your technique and becoming more independent.
Every session is tailored to your level and your goals. We select the most suitable locations to ensure you make steady progress in a safe and enjoyable environment.
The best climbing spots in the Jura
The Jura is full of a wide variety of cliffs, ideal for both beginners and more experienced climbers.
Beginners’ websites
For those new to the sport, some sites offer ideal conditions for discovering rock climbing in an accessible setting, with suitable routes and a gradual progression.
- The Goulette cliff at Mijoux;
- Mont Robert in Moirans-en-Montagne;
- The Vesancy quarry in the Pays de Gex.
Training centres
If you want to take it a step further, other areas offer more technical routes where you can practise lead climbing or even have a go at challenging routes.
- Orno in Saint-Claude;
- Dalles du Marais in the Haut-Jura Nature Park;
- Crenans, near Lake Vouglans;
- Léaz in the Pays de Gex.
Climbing courses in the Jura: who are they for?
Climbing is an activity that anyone can enjoy. Our courses are designed to suit everyone. Whether you’re a beginner, coming with your family or already an experienced climber, each session is designed to help you progress at your own pace.
Children aged 4 and over can try out the activity in complete safety. We provide all the necessary equipment to ensure a comfortable experience right from the start, including specially designed climbing shoes to make it easier to find your footing and get a feel for the activity.
Introductory Climbing Sessions in Mijoux every Wednesday throughout the summer
An accessible first experience
For first-timers, we offer short introductory climbing sessions, which are ideal for trying out the sport in a relaxed setting. These sessions take place in Mijoux every Wednesday throughout the summer at 5.30 pm.
Over the course of an hour and a half, the aim is simple: to climb as much as possible in complete safety, whilst learning the essential basics. This accessible package offers a fun first taste of climbing, with no long-term commitment required.
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Learning and making progress
To take things a step further, rock-climbing outings offer a more immersive experience. Lasting three hours, this private lesson gives you plenty of time to learn, improve and build your confidence.
During the session, you’ll learn the essential basics, such as tying a figure-of-eight knot, belaying and some basic climbing techniques. We’ll take things step by step, taking your ability and comfort level into account.
The aim is not to achieve a particular level of performance, but to enjoy climbing and to improve. Everyone progresses at their own pace, without any pressure, whilst being supported by an experienced instructor to ensure safety and make the most of the experience.
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For climbers looking to improve, specific private sessions designed to help them progress are available. These sessions cover more technical aspects such as lead climbing, optimising movement and pacing.
These sessions are designed to help you become more independent and take your practice to the next level, always in a safe and suitable environment.
Book your climbing trip in the JuraMulti-pitch climbing: what are the options?
The Jura has few multi-pitch routes suitable for beginners. For this type of climbing, it is often better to head to nearby areas offering more favourable conditions.
The Salève and the cliffs around Lake Annecy are ideal spots for trying your hand at multi-pitch climbing. Etienne invites you to explore the cliffs of Haute-Savoie. It takes 1 to 2 hours’ drive from the Jura to get there.
Book your climbing trip in the Jura
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve, we’ll help you plan a climbing trip in the Jura tailored to your level.
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