Mont Racine

Mont Racine is a high Jura snowkiting spot centered on a large open summit ridge/plateau around 1,439 m, offering broad space for long cruising lines and freeriding. It’s especially associated with NE Bise winds, which tend to deliver the most consistent sessions and can feel comparatively laminar on the plateau when snow conditions are adequate. Wind is not limited to a single direction at the site: the spot is reported to work best when winds come from N, NE, E, SW, W, and NW. However, the practical success of a day is strongly tied to having enough snow. If snow cover is poor, hazards increase and you should expect that the ride area may be less forgiving. Access is commonly done by driving from Neuchâtel toward Coffrane and then following local directions for Mont Racine. There is an upper parking option, but the road to it is not officially opened; driving there can carry a risk of fines. If you prefer to avoid that risk or if the access road is impassable (common in deep snow), a longer hike is typically required to reach the riding area. Safety is a key consideration at Mont Racine: barbed wire fences can be hidden under snow, and the leeward side of the ridge may produce turbulence/rotors. Whiteout conditions are also a hazard in winter weather. Riders should respect local agricultural areas, avoid zones where snow is too thin to protect the grass, and stay clear of cross-country skiing tracks. Swiss emergency guidance is available via 144 (medical) and 1414 for REGA air rescue.