Travel to Switzerland

Porrentruy

Porrentruy is a municipality located in the canton of Jura, site of many important institutions like the cantonal courts, the archives of the former Episcopal See of Basel, and the Université Populaire Jurassienne. Its architectural heritage is really impressive, many buildings in gothic, baroque, and neo-classical styles, buildings of the Jesuit college, and the only remaining medieval city gate, the Porte de France, built in 1563. The church of Saint-Pierre is a gothic basilica built from 1330 to 1350, with several valuable relics and a late-gothic altar; and the Château de Porrentruy, built around 1250, are a must visit.

Delémont

Delémont is the capital city of the Canton of Jura, according to investigations, the area was already settled in the Bronze Age, and also evidence of Roman settlement. The city preserves its original medieval outline, the squares are marked by monumental fountains in Renaissance style, dating from the 16th century, 2 of the city gates date from the 18th century, and there are parts of the city wall still standing, dating from the 13th century.