Natal town of Cadet Rousselle, Orgelet is a small town in the Jura, nestled at the foot of Mount Orgier culminating 672 meters above sea level. Situated on the first plateau of the Jura, the city is very extensive, but regroups the houses to the west. This phenomenon of the distribution of urbanism is due in fact to the successive twinning that took place between the various villages and hamlets around which are attached little by little to Orgelet. Its birth is estimated to be about the middle of the 12th century with the edification of the eponymous castle. Between two wars, the city thrives mainly through crafts and agriculture very present downtown. Towards the beginning of the twentieth century, the physiognomy of the city changed radically. Craftsmen are always present, but the tannery and the shoemaking have disappeared. The town center is once again the property of the townspeople, and the cow herds are relegated to the surrounding meadows. Finally, the municipality acquires the shores of Lake Vouglans, an artificial lake causing the disappearance of a neighboring village, and the tourist aspect begins to become interesting.
The small Comté town of character invites you to a walk in its streets strewn with old stones reminding the splendor of old. And the visit begins with the square of the Church where this majestic edifice is. Composed of a 55 meter high belfry and an imposing structure topped by a bell tower, the 13th-century church is dedicated to Our Lady of the Assumption. A visit not to be missed! Further down the narrow streets, the walk continues through the Promenade des Petits Arbres, formerly the cemetery of Orgelet. It leads us to one of the four gates of the city and more precisely to the door of Merlia. This door supports a complete building which makes it particularly remarkable. As soon as it passes, a tower on the right shows the passage towards the ramparts of the city dating from the fifteenth century. It is also there, in the town of Merlia, that you can admire the bourgeois houses surrounding the pond where the animals once drank. Today, the square retains the imprint of the cattle fairs held there. Further afield, you will discover the present college which was once a convent of sisters. From there, you will see the district of the Tanners installed next to the stream. Continuing along rue des Bouchers, you will arrive in front of the entrance of the Bernardines. Then you will take the rue de la République, formerly called rue de la Fontaine. A stop at number 19 is necessary, because it was there that Cadet Rousselle was born. Further still lies the Dagay House, also called the King's House. Finally, you will follow the street of the castle which will lead you to the site of the old fortress where a tile of the thirteenth century of a remarkable finesse was unveiled a short time ago. Then you will pass the place to the Wine and the Faubourg de l'Orme to return by the rue de la Vallière to the Place de l'Eglise where your visit in time went.
Enthusiasts of nature and water sports, you will find your happiness. Between the many paths allowing you to go hiking, cycling or equestrian and the nautical activities proposed around the lake, your stay will be unforgettable. At the edge of the water, you can rent motor boats, pedal boats or even kayak to indulge in the joys of the nautical glide. The shores are arranged in nautical base where the bronze can not be excluded from your planning.
Market on Friday morning.
August 15 is the village's patron festival. You will have the opportunity to participate in this festive and convivial day with many animations on the program.
In July, the festival of Bouche à Oreille opens its doors. On the program, music festival, but also festival of the mouth with many culinary discoveries in perspective.
At the end of July, the Volodalen trail of the Jura will gather the most sporting around a competition between man and nature.
In August, the international triathlon of Vouglans will be held. Again, the athletes and triathletes will compete in a competition without mercy for the delight of fans of the genre.
On the second Sunday in September, it is still the sportsmen who are honored with the Foots of Cadet Rousselle. The runners are waiting for your encouragement.
Galerie d'art "d'un Coup de Pinceau"
- From 31 march to 27 april 2024
- 7 Chemin du Quart, Armoirie des arts
- D'un coup de pinceau" art gallery from 31 March to 27 April at the armoirie des arts in Orgelet. Painters and glassmakers. - Wednesday to Saturday from 10am to 12.30pm and from 3pm to 7pm, 31st March open from 10am to 12pm.
Les Animations des Vacances d'Avril
- From 17 to 27 april 2024
- 5 Rue de l'Église, Recyclerie
- April holiday activities on 17,20,24 and 27 April from 10am to 12pm at the Orgelet recycling centre. - Come and join in with your children, grandchildren, duos, trios or the whole family for creative and group workshops or board games !
Stage et Soirée Dansante
- On 20 april 2024
- La Grenette, Place du Bourg de Merlia
- Workshop and dance on 20 April from 6pm to salle La Grenette in Orgelet. - 6pm : new line dance - 7pm : intermediate rock - 8.30pm : dance party open to all - Spanish hostel evening, everyone brings a savoury and/or sweet dish to share.
Sortie Oiseaux des Milieux Agricoles
- On 24 april 2024
- Farmland bird outing on Wednesday 24 April at 8am in Orgelet. - During a 4 km walk, discover the birds of farmland : skylarks, buntings, blackpolls and kites are sure to turn up. Learn a few tricks to identify them by sight and song. - Easy 4 km walk. Bring suitable clothing and footwear, and if possible binoculars. - Meeting point to be announced on registration (Orgelet sector). - Limited to 25 people.
Le Troc du Jardin
- On 4 may 2024
- 27 Rue du Faubourg de l'Orme, Jardin des possibles
- Garden barter on 04 May at the jardin des possibles in Orgelet. Free access. - from 10am to 12pm : collaborative workshops to create a sensory trail - From 2pm to 5pm : drop off, barter and swap your objects, seeds, seedlings, tools. - Shared snack, free access.
Les Foulées du Cadet Roussel
- On 5 may 2024
- Salle polyvalente
- Les foulées du Cadet Roussel on 5 May, starting from the Orgelet multi-purpose hall. - 3 race courses : - - 6 km Canicross, starting at 9.30am - - 12 km for "l'Élite", starting at 10.00am - - 6 km for 'la populaire', starting at 10.15am - Registration required.
Adventure Run
- On 1 june 2024
- Centre sportif de Bellecin, Impasse de Bellecin
- Join us on 1 June 2024 at the Bellecin sports centre for the Adventu'Run, a new 7 km course with over 30 obstacles. There will be several starts between 10.15am and 2.45pm. - Tickets can be booked online (link on their Facebook page). - Still non-timed and non-competitive, the Adventu'run is a great opportunity to challenge yourself in a great atmosphere !
Journée Jardins
- On 1 june 2024
- 27 Rue du Faubourg de l'Orme, Aux Jardins des Possibles
- Garden Day on 1 June from 10.30am to 6pm at the Jardins des Possibles in Orgelet. - On the programme : - - Concerts - - Shows - - Workshops - - Artisans' and artists' markets - - Sensory tours - Free admission, catering and refreshments on site.
Randonnée l'Orgeletaine
- On 2 june 2024
- Chemin du Quart, Salle polyvalente
- Walk on the banks of Lac de Vouglans on 2 June, with several circuits on offer : 8 km, 14 km, 18 km and 24 km. - Start between 8am and 11am at the Orgelet village hall for the 8 km, 14 km and 18 km circuits. The 24 km circuit starts at 10am maximum. - Free bus transport to the start of the circuits. All the routes run along the shores of Lake Vouglans, with numerous viewpoints along the way. Breakfast and refreshments on all routes. Gifts and a hot meal provided in all weathers from midday onwards.
Cinéma de Plein air Orgelet
- On 15 june 2024
- 5 Rue de l'Église
- Open-air cinema at the Jardins des Possibles in Orgelet on Friday 15 June. - Showing of the French comedy "Nos jours heureux". VINCENT went off every year to look after children at holiday camps. But the year he turned 25, he had reached a turning point : he was the director… How do you manage the laughter, tears and antics of a group of 80 kids and 10 leaders on a day-to-day basis when you're not yet an adult and not really a teenager any more ? - Catering and refreshments on site, open to all.
