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Jura Crest Trail

Switzerland · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 50/100

At a glance

CountriesSwitzerland
ContinentEurope
RegionSwiss Jura (Zurich to Geneva)
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length320 km
Typical duration16 days
Difficulty2/5 (Easy-moderate)
Max altitude1679 m
Best seasonMay-Oct
StartDielsdorf (Zurich)
EndNyon
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone

Score

50/100
Scenery
20/35
Fame
9/25
Uniqueness
9/20
Logistics
12/20

National route along the entire Swiss Jura crest with sweeping Alpine panoramas; easy but long

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.

Notes

About 320 km, 16 stages; max altitude Chasseral 1607 m area

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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