Les Genevez: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Les Genevez can be classified through various points of reference in the Jura. Mont Terri lies in the wider regional surroundings of Les Genevez and is therefore a concrete reference point for placing the village within the landscape. Lützel – Lützel Abbey in Switzerland –, Château de Morimont, Etang des Coeudres and La Tène are also located in this wider regional area. Cras au Sauvage lies in the area near Les Genevez; Le Châtillon is located in the surrounding region of Les Genevez. You can rent a holiday apartment in Les Genevez.

Nature

Les Genevez is located on the high plateau of the Franches-Montagnes. The landscape comprises Jura pastures, spruce forests and wetlands, as well as the source of the Sorne; elevations range from 961 metres to 1,177 metres at Montbautier.

The village lies approximately 1,035 metres above sea level and around 10 kilometres east of Saignelégier.

The village is characterised as quiet, rural and small-scale. This is a clear indication for travellers seeking precisely this type of village character.

Activities

The local climate is described as having snowy winters and cool summers; the conditions are considered suitable for hiking, cycling and winter sports.

Paths for hiking and cycling run through the surrounding Jura hills and forests.

Culture

Small museums and traditional farms in Les Genevez and its surroundings showcase aspects of regional life and culture.

Local economic traditions include agriculture, dairy and livestock farming, crafts and a long-established watchmaking industry; Edox is cited as an example.

To the overarching travel overview: Franches-Montagnes.

Further destinations

Other places within the same destination:

Les Breuleux, Montfaucon Ju, Saignelégier, Le Bémont, Lajoux, Les Bois, Les Enfers, La Chaux-des-Breuleux.