Parc naturel régional du Doubs

Parc naturel régional du Doubs is a protected nature region with forests, meadows, and river valleys stretching along the Doubs. The area spans several villages and features river gorges with steep cliff faces.

The region was designated as a nature park in 2012 to protect landscapes shaped by centuries of cattle and livestock farming. This decision recognized the traditional stewardship of the land by local communities.

Watchmaking has shaped daily life and local identity here for centuries, with skilled craftspeople still producing timepieces in small workshops throughout the surrounding villages. This heritage defines how the region sees itself and connects people to their work.

The area has several well-marked hiking trails, cycling routes, and cross-country skiing paths for different seasons. Villages around the park are served by public transportation, making access straightforward.

The Doubs River carves deep gorges with near-vertical cliff faces while serving as the natural boundary between Switzerland and France. This dramatic landscape resulted from millions of years of geological erosion and water sculpting.

Location: Clos du Doubs

Location: La Chaux-des-Breuleux

Location: Lajoux

Location: Le Noirmont

Location: Les Bois

Location: Les Breuleux

Location: Les Enfers

Location: Les Genevez

Location: Montfaucon

Location: Saignelégier

Location: Saint-Brais

Location: La Ferrière

Location: Les Brenets

Location: Le Locle

Location: Les Planchettes

Location: La Chaux-de-Fonds

Inception: 2012

Website: http://parcdoubs.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.23778,7.03528

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:07