Located in the Doubs, in the heart of the Jura Massif, Chapelle des Bois has a genuine Nordic tradition. From the village, the trails cross the combes (valleys) and forests of the Val de Mouthe. The Grande Traversée du Jura also passes through the site and leads to Bellefontaine.
The resort has 14 cross-country ski trails, totaling 127 km of routes for classic skiing or skating. Beginners and regular skiers will find trails suited to their level. At the start of the trails, the Glisses Nordiques school offers lessons and workshops to learn or improve.
At Chapelle des Bois, activities go beyond cross-country skiing. Seven snowshoe trails, totaling 62 km, invite you to discover the snowy landscapes at a different pace. You can also explore the Combe des Cives by dog sled or follow the walking trails. Glisses Nordiques also offers biathlon and Nordic ski touring.
Between trails, forests and vast expanses, Chapelle des Bois offers several ways to enjoy the Jura winter. People come here to try their first ski runs, go skiing further afield, or simply take the time to discover the mountain in a different way.
127 km of Nordic trails
62 km of snowshoe trails
A toboggan run free access
station family-friendly
127 km of Nordic trails
62 km of snowshoe trails
A toboggan run free access
station family-friendly
127 km of Nordic trails
62 km of snowshoe trails
A toboggan run free access
station family-friendly
Yes, Chapelle des Bois is suitable for beginners in Nordic skiing. The resort offers easy slopes to discover classic cross-country skiing or skating at your own pace. The Glisses Nordiques school also offers lessons to learn the right techniques from the very first outings.
After skiing, Chapelle des Bois invites you to enjoy the tranquility of the village and the Jura landscapes. You can go for a walk or a snowshoe outing on the marked trails. A dog-sled ride in the Combe des Cives also offers another way to discover the snow. Finally, take the time to get together over a meal with flavors from the Haut-Doubs region.
Yes, Chapelle des Bois is an ideal destination for families who love the mountains and Nordic activities. Children can discover cross-country skiing on easy trails or take lessons with Glisses Nordiques. Snowshoe walks, sledding and dog-sled rides also let you share moments in the snow at your own pace.
AtESi Glisses Nordiques, the pleasures of the snow can be discovered from the trails of Chapelle des Bois. Our school welcomes children from 4 years old, teenagers and adults, beginners and experienced alike. In a lesson or on a course, everyone progresses at their own pace and enjoys the wide open spaces of the Jura.
Classic cross-country skiing, skating, biathlon, Nordic ski touring and snowshoeing: theESi Glisses Nordiques offers several ways to experience the mountains. Our instructors will help you discover a new discipline, improve your technique, or discover the snowy landscapes of Chapelle des Bois.
At Chapelle des Bois, the day begins at the start of the cross-country ski trails, between snowy slopes and Jura forests. The Nordic area has 127 km of trails for classic skiing or skating. Beginners, families, and experienced skiers can choose a route according to their level and preferences.
Easy trails allow you to discover Nordic skiing at your own pace. More experienced skiers can extend their outing to Bellefontaine or take the Grande Traversée du Jura, which passes through Chapelle des Bois. Along the trails, the scenery alternates between open spaces and passages through the forest.
Chapelle des Bois also offers other ways to enjoy the snow. Families can go snowshoeing on the marked trails or stroll on the pedestrian trails. A dog sled ride in the Combe des Cives allows you to discover the landscape in a different way. To add variety to your experience, the ESi Glisses Nordiques also offers biathlon and Nordic hiking on skis.
When summer arrives in Chapelle des Bois, the cross-country ski trails give way to meadows, forests, and trails in the Haut-Doubs region. From the village, family walks are combined with longer hikes into the forest of Risoux. Everyone can discover the Jura landscapes at their own pace, amidst verdant hills, lakes, and bogs.
Chapelle des Bois offers many hiking and mountain biking opportunities. Families can choose a walk around the village, while the more sporty ones take to the forest paths. The Grande Traversée du Jura by mountain bike also passes through Chapelle des Bois and continues through the forest of Risoux.
Summer also invites you to take the time to observe the landscapes. The trails lead in particular to the Lac des Mortes and the Lac de Bellefontaine, bordered by peat bogs. Back in the village, a visit to the Maison Michaud eco-museum lets you discover life in the Haut-Doubs in the past. Between outdoor outings and local discoveries, Chapelle des Bois can be enjoyed well beyond the ski season.
