Cultural Heritage
Prison Tower
Tour des prisons Neuchâtel. © Tourisme neuchâtelois
⚠ Extraordinary closure: This activity is temporarily closed.
The vista you can admire from one of Neuchâtel's oldest structures is unique!
With a base dating from the 10th century, the tower is regarded as one of the city's oldest buildings. From the top of the tower, you'll enjoy stunning views of the city, Lake Neuchâtel and the Alps.
Good to know
Good to know
- The prison tower is undergoing works until winter 2025/2026 and is therefore no longer accessible
- The lift to the prison tower is open every day from 6.30am to 7pm. Entrance at rue de l'Evole (opposite no. 13) and rue Jehanne-de-Hochberg 3
On site
On site
- Accessibility
- Custom hours on request
- Wheelchair accessible
- Services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Picnic area available
Links & PDFs
Links & PDFs
- Links
Contact
Contact
- Main contact
Prison Tower