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Things to see in Saint-Claude (France): 35 places and when to go
Saint-Claude is a town in France, and this site lists 35 places in and around it, mainly Nature (17), Mountains (14), History (6). The best known are Crêt de la Neige, Saint-Claude Cathedral and Colomby de Gex. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 25. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 46.3861, 5.8653
- Places
- 35 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (17) · Mountains (14) · History (6) · Wildlife (6) · Hiking (6) · Museums and art (3)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- LYS Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, 95 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Crêt de la Neige, at 1,718 m.
What to see in Saint-Claude
The places in and around Saint-Claude, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Crêt de la NeigeNature · Mountains14 km
- Saint-Claude CathedralCathedral located in Jura, in France94 m
- Colomby de GexNature · Mountains12 km
- Condat AbbeyMonastery located in Jura, in France87 m
- Crêt au MerleMountain in France13 km
- Fort des RoussesFormer military fort in Les Rousses, France18 km
- Grand CrêtNature · Mountains14 km
- Crêt PelaNature · Mountains12 km
- Mont FierMountain in France13 km
- Borne au LionHistory14 km
- Crêt PourriMountain in France3.2 km
- MontoiseyMountain in France13 km
- Petit MontrondA peak in the southern part of the Jura Mountains, in France12 km
- Viaduc de Villards-d'HériaBridge11 km
- le Pain de SucreMountain in France2.6 km
- Musée de l'AbbayeMuseum in France4 m
- Musée du jouet de Moirans-en-MontagneMuseum in France12 km
- Musée de la Pipe et du Diamant de Saint-ClaudeMuseum in France128 m
- réserve naturelle régionale des tourbières du bief du NanchezNature reserve in Jura department15 km
- Roche d'AntreMountain in France9.4 km
- Sanctuaire gallo-romain de Villards d’HériaSanctuary located in Jura, in France10 km
- Brasserie du LizonBrewery5.0 km
- Chalet d'accueil du site de Terre-BlancheMountains · Hiking12 km
- Chalet de la FrasseMountains · Hiking13 km
And the other 11, by what you come to do:
- Mountains: Le Montavoix
- Hiking: Le Tamiset (refuge), Tour de la Haute Bienne, Tour du Haut Jura Sud
- Snow: Longchaumois Rosset, Mijoux-La Faucille Area
- Nature: Zone Quietude Faune Sauvage La Calame - La Ramas, Zone Quietude Faune Sauvage La Maréchaude - Chalet - Cabaret, Zone Quietude Faune Sauvage La Vattay - Turet - Vieille Maison, Zone Quietude Faune Sauvage Les Brûlats, Zone Quietude Faune Sauvage Les Platières
When to go to Saint-Claude
The best time to visit Saint-Claude is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:47
- FebPossible10:05
- MarPossible11:36
- AprBest time13:20
- MayBest time14:47
- JunBest time15:35
- JulBest time15:15
- AugBest time13:59
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:38
- NovPossible9:09
- DecPossible8:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 25. In April, 33 of the 35 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Saint-Claude
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS, Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône), 95 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Gigny19 places32 km
- Annemasse35 places35 km
- Syam25 places36 km
- Arlay53 places48 km
- Bellevaux62 places52 km
And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Saint-Claude?
The best known: Crêt de la Neige, Saint-Claude Cathedral, Colomby de Gex, Condat Abbey, Crêt au Merle. In all, 35 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Saint-Claude?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 25.
How do you get to Saint-Claude?
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), 95 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Saint-Claude as the destination and these 35 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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