Bois d'amont Bois d'Amont is a mountainous village at an altitude of 1,060 metres. It is located in the Haut Jura nature reserve. The village extends 4 kilometres and is divided by the river Orbe. The village is situated in a valley with wooded mountains on both sides. This quiet village has retained the spirit of the Haut Jura region and the 1,400 inhabitants of Bois d'Amont are sure to give you a warm and friendly welcome. The main activity is the production of wooden cheese boxes. The Musée de la Boissellerie will tell you the history of the village including the importance of wood production. Shops and services within the village include a grocery store, restaurants, sports shops, post office, bakery, butchers, pharmacy, doctor, and dentist. You have a wide choice of leisure activities. These include tennis, cross-country ski runs, mountain biking, cycling, hiking, snowshoe rides, and petanque, a type of bowls which originated in the South of France. Bois d'Amont is well-known for its cross-country skiing. You can enjoy 42 km of trails leading to nearby villages in France and Switzerland. The downhill ski runs are located approximately 5 km from the village. Bois d'Amont is located on the border of France and Switzerland, thereby enabling easy access to the delights of Switzerland. We are confident that you will be charmed by our village and that you will want to return again. We hope to see you soon. Official site : www.boisdamont.com