Gateway to Switzerland, in the heart of the Haut-Jura forests and nature reserve, Les Rousses, Premanon and Bois d'Amont are 3 of 4 villages which now form the resort of les Rousses Haut-Jura. Les Rousses is a lively resort, with its name derived from the historical tradition of hunting animals with red pelts by inhabitants of the valley.
CHILDREN Children: (BCG and healthcare records required) Creche for children aged between 3mths and 6s located at the start of the cross-country ski trails. ESF Snow Kindergarten with ski lessons from 3 years (Tel.0033.384.60.01.61).
OTHER ACTIVITIES Skiing in Les Rousses: 42km of ski runs served by 39 lifts over 3 domains in France and 1 domain in Switzerland (linked by payable shuttle bus). 6-day lift pass (08/09 prices): Adult: 143.10 euros Junior (6-15 years): 107.40 euros Children under 6: free
Cross country skiing : length of cross country track 220 Km Cross-country Skiing: 260km of trails, ranging from green to black runs, known as the "Grande Traversee du Jura" trail (the Great Cross-Jura Trail). Weekly pass (08/09 prices): 36.50 euros/adult, 27.40 euros/child (6-15s), free for under 6s.
THE AREA Apres-ski in Les Rousses: Sport Centre for aerobics, gym, tennis, squash, sauna. Snowshoeing, horse-drawn sleighs. Bar & restaurants...
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Useful Information: Les Rousses is within easy reach from Morez train station by coach or taxi (8km). The resort has all the required facilities for you to spend a great winter holiday: > shops. > bars/restaurants. launderette. > doctors. > pharmacy. This information is intended for guidance only and holds no contractual value. For further information, please contact the Tourist Office on 0033.384.60.02.55.or log on to www.lesrousses.com .
The Jura region is a place dedicated to the great outdoors, with a rich cultural heritage. It is also known for its mountain backdrop located south of the Black Forest. The area's main resorts are PREMANON-LES ROUSSES-BOIS D'AMONT and MIJOUX-LELEX situated at the foot of the Faucille mountain pass. Le Cret de la Neige is the highest peak towering at an altitude of 1723m. Come and visit Jura and make the most of its lakes and forests. Train stations: Morez, Frasnes.
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