
Camping in the Jura
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If you've not yet ventured on a camping holiday in Jura, you're in for a real treat. The jewel of France’s Burgundy-Franche-Comté region, Jura offers a tantalising mix of unspoilt woodland, lakes and cascading waterfalls. It’s the perfect place for a family escape, whether you want to get close to nature, admire old fortresses or relax in a stylish thermal spa.
Immerse yourself in the natural surroundings of our campsites in Jura, which feature excellent facilities including swimming pools, multi sports grounds, dining and shopping establishments and great accommodation.
Camping Holidays In Jura
Camping in Jura offers you the ideal base for a holiday packed with outdoor activities so get outside and embrace nature on a stunning escape to this beautiful region of France. Explore the scenic shores of Lac de Chalain, Lac de Vouglans and Lac des Rousses, the enchanting castles of Château d'Arlay and Chateau De Cornod and the historic hamlets of Baume-les-Messieurs and Lons-le-Saunier.

Popular places in Jura
Fort de Joux - Château de Joux, with its commanding views and breath-taking cliff top position has been a castle, a grim state prison and a military fortification. Take a guided tour and browse the rare weapons in the museum of armaments.
If you were hoping to swim or indulge in some water sports when camping in Jura, you’ll discover the region is dotted with fresh water lakes boasting sandy beaches. The heart of Jura is additionally well known for its thermal spas, especially those found in Salins-les-Bains - set near a massive salt mine - and Lons-le-Saunier.
At numerous lakes in the department, such as Lac de Chalain, Lac de Vouglans and Lac des Rousses visitors can enjoy boating and swimming. With picturesque walking trails around the shores of the lakes, walkers and hikers will love a camping holiday in Jura.
Things to do when camping in Jura
Fort de Joux - Château de Joux, with its commanding views and breath-taking cliff top position has been a castle, a grim state prison and a military fortification. Take a guided tour and browse the rare weapons in the museum of armaments.
Cascades du Hérisson - This spectacular natural feature is a series of thundering waterfalls and torrents, dropping more than 800 metres through a rocky valley. Head to the Maison des Cascades Visitor Centre to learn about the history and legends of the Hérisson valley.
Baume-les-Messieurs - Set at the meeting point of three valleys, the pretty village of Baume-les-Messieurs is home to a famous Benedictine Abbey. Take a guided tour of Les Grottes de Baume, an amazing system of caves and underground lakes carved out by the River Dard.
Besançon - A city on the Doubs River dominated by its sprawling Citadel. Enjoy the views from the ramparts and allow plenty of time to explore the Museum of French Resistance and Deportation, the natural history museum and the Musée Comtois, which depicts local life and history.
Lons-le-Saunier - A pretty town with Roman heritage and a thermal spa. There are several museums, including one dedicated to its famous son, Rouget de Lisle, the composer of the ‘Marseillaise’
Clairvaux-les-Lacs - This small market town is the main resort of the Jura lakes region. The scenic Grand Lac, with its lovely beach, is the focus for active pursuits, but there’s also an aerial adventure park set in the surrounding pine forest.