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Watchmaking town
La Chaux-de-Fonds. © Tourisme neuchâtelois
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Place
- La Chaux-de-Fonds
- Dauer
Recommended Duration
- 2 h
A city built by and for the watchmaking industry, inscribed in the world heritage list of the UNESCO
A city unlike any other: laid out like a chequerboard 1,000 meters above sea level, it was built by – and for – watchmakers. Guided by an enthusiastic expert, visitors can unlock the secrets of the utterly unique urban development of La Chaux-de-Fonds, a registered UNESCO World Heritage site.
Good to know
Good to know
- Access by public transport: bus n° 301, 303, 311 oder 312 (stop Théâtre)
- For individuals: tours in July and August on Sundays at 2 p.m. Departure: Espace de l'urbanisme horloger (Rue Jaquet-Droz 23)
- Tour on request for groups
- Languages: English, French, German and Italian
Prices
Prices
Prices per person
Adults
- CHF 10.-
Seniors, Students
- CHF 7.-
Children (up to 16 years old)
- Free
Guided tour
Up to 20 persons per guide
- CHF 160.-
Links & PDFs
Links & PDFs
Visit La Chaux-de-Fond. © Guillaume Perret
Visit La Chaux-de-Fond. © Guillaume Perret
La Chaux-de-Fonds. © Tourisme neuchâtelois
Town planning, UNESCO La Chaux-de-Fonds. © Aline Henchoz
Town planning, UNESCO La Chaux-de-Fonds. © G.-B. A la Guillaume
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Watchmaking town