At the gateway to Geneva and the Pays de Gex, Monts Jura is a multi-faceted resort, bringing together four distinct sites for a complete, varied mountain experience. From the large alpine slopes of Lélex-Crozet with views of Mont Blanc, to the family skiing of Mijoux-La Faucille, via the Nordic skiing temple of La Vattay, Monts Jura offers unique diversity. A dynamic, accessible mid-mountain resort, it offers skiing for every taste and four-season activities, all in the heart of the highest peaks of the Jura massif and its Regional Nature Park.
Monts Jura
Overview
Monts Jura
📏 Altitude: 900 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 36 km
⛷️ Cross-country skiing: 130 km
🌟 Resort style: Village resort
💰 From 38 €/day (2026-2027)
Overview of Monts Jura
Monts Jura is a multi-site resort unfolding across the highest summits of the Jura (Cret de la Neige, 1,720 m). It consists of four hubs, each with its own identity: Lelex-Crozet (Alpine Skiing) — the largest and most sporty alpine ski area. It links the village of Lelex in the Valserine valley to the village of Crozet on the Pays de Gex slope, offering the greatest vertical drop in the Jura (nearly 800 m) and technical runs. Mijoux-La Faucille (Alpine Skiing and Leisure) — this ski area is ideal for families and beginners, with gentle forest runs. The Col de la Faucille is also the hub for fun activities, with its rail sledge and large zip-line. La Vattay-Valserine (Nordic Skiing) — a site entirely dedicated to cross-country skiing, one of the most well-regarded in France. Its trails laid in the heart of a preserved forest make it a magical place for Nordic skiers. Menthieres (Alpine Skiing) — a small family resort, ideal for beginners, on the commune of Chezery-Forens.
Our review — Monts Jura
3.5/5
Ski area — key figures — Monts Jura
- 🌟 Village resort (Ain)
- 📏 900 m Village altitude (1680 m Top altitude)
- 🎿 36 runs
🚠 27 ski lifts
Average lift age: 34 years
When to visit
Monts Jura in summer
In summer, Monts Jura is a very popular leisure destination. The Col de la Faucille becomes an attraction park with its rail sledge and zip-line — the steepest in France. The Lelex and Crozet gondolas open for walkers and mountain bikers, giving access to ridge routes with magnificent views. Golf, canyoning and walks in the Haute Chaine du Jura Nature Reserve are also flagship activities.
🎯 Things to do in summer:
✅ Road cycling • ✅ Downhill MTB • ✅ Enduro MTB • ✅ Hiking • ✅ Tree climbing • ✅ Giant zip line • ✅ Summer sledging
Monts Jura in winter
In winter, the resort offers a complete palette for all skiers. Alpine skiing is practised on the large Lelex-Crozet and Mijoux-La Faucille ski areas. Cross-country skiing reigns at the La Vattay site. The resort also offers numerous snowshoe routes, toboggan pistes and dog sledding.
🎯 Things to do in winter:
✅ Alpine skiing • ✅ Cross-country skiing • ✅ Giant zip line • ✅ Summer sledging on rails
Skiing
Below are the 3 ski areas accessible from Monts Jura: Magic Pass (alpin), Monts Jura (alpin), la Vattay (nordique).
Ski area — Magic Pass
True skiing revolution, Magic Pass is seasonal pass giving unlimited access to 80+ ski-resort network. Born in Switzerland, this skiing key conquered the Alps and Jura by massively spreading in France. For 2025 season, it integrates 9 French resorts offering exceptional terrain diversity from North Alps’ grand domains to Jura’s authentic landscapes. Magic Pass concept is simple and attractive: single pass bought pre-season at more competitive price if purchased earliest. It offers unlimited access to all partner resorts from early November to late April. Promise of total freedom for gliding enthusiasts exploring new horizons each weekend without repurchasing passes. 2025 French offer deploys across three distinct, complementary territories: North Alps gems — with Grand-Bornand arrival, Magic Pass gets one Aravis jewels, renowned for varied skiing and charming village. Completed by Praz de Lys – Sommand offering nature skiing with grandiose panoramas. Léman balconies — pass accesses trio of resorts overlooking Lake Léman. Thollon Les Mémises, Les Brasses, Hirmentaz and Les Habères are family-excellence destinations renowned for spectacular views and convivial atmosphere. Jura massif strength — Magic Pass becomes Jura reference integrating its largest domains. Metabief, Mont d’Or sporty resort, Monts Jura and four gate-Geneva sites plus transborder Jura-sur-Léman space (French Rousses side) offer immense terrain for massif enthusiasts.
Ski area — Monts Jura
⛰️ Altitudes: 900 m – 1680 m
🎿 Alpine skiing: 36 km
💰 Day pass: 38 €
Station Monts Jura’s alpine skiing offer comes in two distinct, complementary domains offering all-level skiing experiences from beginners to sporty athletes — all with single pass. The Lélex-Crozet domain is the station’s sporty heart. Extending across massif’s highest summits, it offers the Jura’s greatest skiable vertical at nearly 800 metres. Playground of good skiers appreciating long technical runs, notably reds and blacks plunging to Lélex village. Crozet’s more-open slope also offers fine descents and convenient Pays de Gex entry. With grand-skiing atmosphere and demanding runs, it guarantees most-thrilling sensations. A few kilometres away, Mijoux-La Faucille domain offers entirely different character. Ideal for families and learning skiers, it offers gentle, safe runs winding through magnificent spruce forest. Its main asset is exceptional panorama: from Mont Rond summit accessible by modern two-cable car, views of Lake Léman, Geneva and Alps chain with Mont Blanc backdrop are simply breathtaking. The perfect destination for contemplative, serene skiing.
Cross-country ski area — la Vattay
⛰️ Altitudes: 930 m – 1420 m
🌲 Cross-country skiing: 130 km
💰 Day pass: 11 €
True Nordic skiing temple in the Jura massif, La Vattay domain is exceptional site entirely dedicated to Nordic practice. France reference for trail quality and natural setting, it deploys nearly 130 km trails in grandiose, preserved environment. The domain extends from vast sunny La Vattay plateau ideal for beginners and contemplative skiers to deep Valserine valley forests offering more-technical routes and wild atmosphere. Recognised for excellence in trail work, the site offers all-level routes double-groomed satisfying both classic and skating enthusiasts. From easy initiation loops to demanding long black runs, every cross-country skier finds happiness. Skiing La Vattay ensures total immersion in silent, majestic nature with trails winding between combes, clearings and spruce forests. This diversity and unique atmosphere make it among France’s most-appreciated sites for discipline purists.
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Ski pass prices — Monts Jura
Current lift pass prices for ski areas accessible from Monts Jura.
| Ski area | Day pass | 6-day pass | Season pass | Season (prices) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Pass (alpin skiing) | N/A | N/A | 1010 € | 2026-2027 |
| Monts Jura (alpin skiing) | 38 € | 179 € | 532 € | 2026-2027 |
| la Vattay (nordique skiing) | 11 € | 50 € | N/A | 2025-2026 |
Additional information
- Magic Pass: Le forfait prix du forfait Magic Pass est progressif. Ainsi, entre le 11 mars et le 8 avril 2025, le forfait était disponible à 444 € pour un adulte alors qu’il vous coûtera 999 € au cœur de la saison de ski.
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