When snow falls on the Vaud Jura, the playground doesn’t disappear – it simply takes on a different form. Based in Saint-Cergue, Tracea is there for you all winter long – whether it’s cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledge riding or electric mountain biking on snow – offering both equipment hire and guided excursions.
Cross-country skiing
The Givrine plateau, just a few minutes from the village, is home to one of the Jura’s most beautiful cross-country skiing areas. The trails wind their way through pastures and spruce forests, with routes to suit all levels — from family-friendly loops to endurance trails.
Is this your first time wearing them? Our cross-country skiing lessons They teach both classic and skating styles, in one-to-one sessions or small groups. Skis, poles and boots can be hired on site.
Snowshoes
Snowshoes let you go where the trails end. We hire TSL snowshoes in all sizes, adults and children alike, with their walking sticks. On a clear day, the ridges above Saint-Cergue offer unobstructed views of Lake Geneva and the Alps.
Luge
For families, the sledge hire It’s still the simplest of winter pleasures. Children’s and adults’ models, available to collect in-store, for a day or a weekend.
Electric mountain bike on snow
This is our most unexpected offering. Electric mountain bikes fitted for snow, a small-group ride with a guide, and a gourmet break in a chalet. The electric assistance takes the strain out of it: the activity remains accessible even if you don’t cycle regularly.
When to visit
The winter season generally runs from December to March, depending on snow cover — Saint-Cergue is just over 1,000 metres above sea level and La Givrine is around 1,200 metres, which ensures more consistent conditions than in the lowlands. We’ll be happy to provide you with information on snow conditions before your visit.
Getting to Saint-Cergue
The village is served by the NStCM train (the Nyon–Saint-Cergue–Morez line) and can be reached by car from Nyon in about twenty minutes. Our shop is located at 11 Route d’Arzier, just a short walk from the station.
Book
Equipment hire can be booked online or in-store. For supervised outings and lessons, please email us at guide@tracea.ch or call +41 79 257 64 00.
TRACEA Sàrl — Route d’Arzier 11, 1264 Saint-Cergue — 022 559 30 09 — contact us