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The Jura through the seasons

Things to do in Saint-Cergue and the Vaud Jura

Choose a season, explore an outing and plan your day around Saint-Cergue.

Summer · Hiking

Chemin de La Dôle

A full day’s walk from Saint-Cergue via La Dôle to La Givrine.

  • 16 km
  • 5 h 10
  • +900 m
  • June–October

Your itinerary

  1. Start in Saint-Cergue and follow marked route 116.
  2. Reach La Dôle for a panoramic break at the summit.
  3. Finish at La Givrine and plan your train journey back to Saint-Cergue.

Good fitness required. Walking time excludes breaks. Check weather, route conditions and train times.

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Winter · Ski & fondue

From the slopes to the table

Enjoy the village slopes, then gather around a fondue.

  • Saint-Cergue
  • Night skiing
  • Snow dependent

Your itinerary

  1. Before leaving: check slope openings and request your table.
  2. At the lifts: buy your pass at the ticket office and use the open slopes.
  3. After skiing: enjoy fondue at La Poste once your table is confirmed.

Suggested outing after our reopening. Our team must confirm whether a regional package can be used at La Poste. Ski opening hours are set by the operators.

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Orientation map: zoom and pan to explore the area. For the exact route, consult the official guide and follow signs on the ground. Sources: Switzerland Tourism and La Côte Tourism.

Offers and outings in Saint-Cergue

Local food experiences and activities to enjoy alongside your stay at La Poste.

Snowshoeing & fondue

Explore the snowy Jura at your own pace, then enjoy a meal. The package includes snowshoe and pole hire, a route map and a meal at a partner venue. Booking with the tourist office and restaurant is recommended.

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Rando-Raclette

A walk for two with raclette to prepare outdoors. Collect your backpack and kit from the Saint-Cergue tourist office, where you can get advice on a route. Check the offer’s calendar before your visit.

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These regional offers are separate from your hotel reservation. Check dates, conditions, availability and booking arrangements with the organisers. Winter activities depend on snow conditions.

Your hotel in the Vaud Jura, between nature and discovery

For a weekend or a few days in the fresh air, our hotel in Saint-Cergue is a base for exploring the Vaud Jura at your own pace. Hike towards La Dôle, walk around La Givrine or explore near Nyon, then return to La Poste in the village centre.

La Givrine and cross-country skiing

In winter, the Saint-Cergue–La Givrine–La Cure Nordic centre offers cross-country skiing through forests and open landscapes. The region also has options for snowshoe outings. Check snow conditions, open trails and access arrangements before setting out.

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Near Nyon, discover Lake Geneva

Staying in a hotel near Nyon in the Jura mountains lets you combine nature with time by the lake. Cyclists can plan an outing on the Tour du Léman: its Geneva–Morges stage passes through Nyon. Plan your connection from Saint-Cergue to the lakeside route separately.

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A restaurant in Saint-Cergue to round off your day

After walking or skiing, gather for a meal at La Poste. To enjoy fondue in Saint-Cergue after our reopening, send us an enquiry: our team will confirm the offer and availability. Stay a little longer with a night in one of our seven rooms.

Saint-Cergue, a getaway to savour in every season

In the heart of the Vaud Jura, Saint-Cergue invites you to slow down: hikes towards La Dôle, walks through forests and pastures, skiing and snowshoeing in winter. Whether you are planning a weekend for two, a family holiday or a break in the fresh air, Hôtel-Restaurant La Poste welcomes you in the village centre. Settle in, explore the region at your own pace, then enjoy a convivial meal and a restful night. More than a stop along the way, La Poste is your starting point for discovering the landscapes of the Vaud Jura and experiencing Saint-Cergue through the seasons.

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