Ballaigues: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

A notable cultural point of interest in the wider area around Ballaigues is Château de Joux. Those wishing to include cultural destinations in their trip will find a specific point of reference here. The Menhirs de Clendy, Le Crêt Breny, Le Truchet and the Cinémathèque suisse are also located in the wider area around Ballaigues.

For many people, the search for accommodation begins with the wish to rent a holiday apartment in Ballaigues.

Landscape

Mont d'Or is located in the vicinity of Ballaigues.

Culture

Abbaye de Mont-Sainte-Marie is located in the surrounding area of Ballaigues; Mont de Baulmes is also situated in this surrounding area.

Geographical setting

Ballaigues lies on the southern slope of Suchet on the French-Swiss border and comprises the village and several hamlets.

History

The first mention of Ballaigues is documented in 1228 under the historical form “Balevui”; in 1453, the place was also recorded as “Bella Aqua”.

Nature and trails

The wider area around Ballaigues is described as part of the Jura Mountains, with forests, valleys and geological formations. It is also described as being accessible by public transport; routes can begin at or near public transport stops.

In the Ballaigues region, the hiking options described range from gentle forest paths to more demanding climbs; these include routes along river gorges and to viewpoints with panoramic vistas. Those looking for different hiking experiences in Ballaigues will find both gentle forest paths and more demanding climbs within this range.

More local pages: Vallorbe, Cronay, L'auberson, Onnens, Yvonand, Mathod, La Praz, Vugelles-La Mothe.

To the higher-level travel overview: Northern Vaud Jura.