- Route: 95 Au fil du Doubs Etappe 3 Goumois – Soubey
- Region: Jura (Canton Jura)
- Theme: Stargazing Hikes
- Distance: 13 km
- Duration: 3.5 h
- Ascent: 200 m
- Difficulty (SAC scale): T1
- Terrain: Wanderland-Route 95 · regionales Netz · SAC T1
- Attractions along the route: Rocher du Singe, Les Hormets
- Legend: The White Horse of the Franches-Montagnes
Immerse yourself in a breathtaking stargazing hike along the 95 Au fil du Doubs Stage 3 Goumois – Soubey trail in the Canton of Jura, covering 13 km over 3.5 hours with a SAC T1 difficulty.
Along the River Doubs and Scenic Heights
Your journey begins in the picturesque border village of Goumois, where the gentle murmur of the Doubs river immediately sets a tranquil tone for your adventure. Accessible easily by regional post bus services, the starting point welcomes you with its historic charm and dramatic limestone cliffs. From here, you follow the meandering course of the river, stepping onto well-maintained paths that characterize the regional network of Wanderland-Route 95. The trail leads you gently upward, promising a balanced blend of riverside serenity and elevated valley views.
As you progress along the 13-kilometre stretch toward Soubey, the terrain remains classified as SAC T1, making it an accessible and safe outing for nearly all outdoor enthusiasts. Walking with children is entirely feasible here; the paths are broad and secure, offering plenty of natural wonders to keep younger hikers engaged without facing extreme exposure or technical hazards. The route unfolds at a moderate pace, allowing you to complete the trek in approximately 3.5 hours while soaking in the untouched beauty of the Doubs valley.
Along the way, you will encounter remarkable natural landmarks that elevate this excursion far beyond an ordinary walk. First, a short detour brings you to the stunning viewpoint of Rocher du Singe, a magnificent rock formation offering panoramic vistas over the looping river far below. Continuing your ascent, you will soon reach Les Hormets, another breathtaking touristenattraktion where the horizon opens up, revealing the vast, rolling landscapes of the Jura highlands. These spots are not only fantastic for photography but also serve as ideal clearings for evening stargazing when the night sky begins to reveal its constellations.
The Legend of the White Horse of the Franches-Montagnes
As darkness descends and the first stars pierce the velvet sky above the Jura mountains, the atmosphere along the trail becomes ripe for ancient folklore. You are walking in a region steeped in mystery, where locals have passed down enchanting tales for generations. The most famous of these is the haunting legend of The White Horse of the Franches-Montagnes, a spectral stallion said to roam the misty plateaus under the moonlight, appearing only to those pure of heart.
According to local lore, this ghostly white horse embodies the wild, untamed spirit of the highlands. Legend has it that whenever the night sky is blanketed by a canopy of brilliant stars, the phantom steed gallops silently across the pastures, leaving no footprints in the dew-kissed grass. Past travelers have whispered of catching a fleeting glimpse of its luminous mane shimmering against the dark horizon before it vanishes into the shadows of the forest. As you hike through the quiet stillness of the Jura night, let your imagination wander with this mythical creature, connecting the ancient stories of the land with the timeless brilliance of the cosmos above.
Find all the details on this route, including the map, on the route page for 95 Au fil du Doubs Etappe 3 Goumois – Soubey.
You can read the full legend “The White Horse of the Franches-Montagnes” here: The White Horse of the Franches-Montagnes.
Experience this hike with a GPS audio guide and the matching legend right in the app: Legends & Stories, Navigation & Offline Maps.
Photo: Jean-Paul Wettstein / Pexels
Frequently Asked Questions
Wie lange dauert die Tour?
Die Tour dauert ungefähr 3.5 Stunden bei einer Distanz von 13 km und entspricht dem Schwierigkeitsgrad SAC T1.
Ist die Tour kindergerecht?
JA – Dank gut ausgebauter Wege und moderater Steigungen ist die Route sicher und gut machbar für Familien mit Kindern.
Wie komme ich zum Startpunkt?
Die Anreise erfolgt bequem mit dem Auto nach Goumois oder mit den regionalen Postautobus-Verbindungen ab den umliegenden Bahnhöfen.
Welche Sage hört man auf der Strecke?
Auf der Strecke begegnest du der geheimnisvollen Sage von The White Horse of the Franches-Montagnes.
