Holidays in the Nord vaudois

From the Vallée de Joux to the shores of Lake Neuchâtel, the northern part of the canton of Vaud is the ideal destination for a rejuvenating holiday, far from the daily stress. Panoramic walks, relaxation at the thermal baths of Yverdon-les-Bains or cruises on the lake: here are our tips for your holidays in the Nord vaudois.

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Lac de Joux is the largest lake in the Jura mountains. There are many leisure activities all year round.

Culture and Heritage, Grandson

The castle of Grandson is Switzerland’s second-largest castle.

Culture and Heritage, Romainmôtier

One of the oldest Romanesque churches in Switzerland, the Abbatiale de Romainmôtier holds regular religious services and very popular concerts.

Sports & Leisure, Le Sentier

The Vallée de Joux Sports Center is a quality sports center offering numerous sports activities year-round.

Nature, Buvette de la Dent de Vaulion

An exceptional 360°panoramic view.

Nature, Vallorbe

The Vallorbe caves, with their illuminated walls and tunnels, are the biggest caves in Switzerland and among the most beautiful in Europe.

Wellness, Yverdon-les-Bains

A place of well-being and wellness that has been in existence for thousands of years, as evidenced by the remains of the Roman baths.

Sports & Leisure, Yverdon-les-Bains

The beaches at Yvonand on Lake Neuchâtel remind one of the shores of the Mediterranean: fine sand, gentle slopes and pine forest.

Cruising on an LNM ship is an ideal means to discover Lake Neuchâtel and its shores.



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Our most beautiful walks along the water

Le Sentier - Tête du Lac - Le Rocheray - Le Lieu - Le Pont - L'Abbaye - Les Bioux - L'Orient - Le Sentier

Between Vallorbe and Orbe, this route of 17 km invites the hiker to the heart of a rich and diversified natural environment for a 4h and 20mn walk.

Easy walk of 9km starting in Yverdon-les-Bains.

Trekking, Romainmôtier - Romainmôtier

Walk along unspoilt riverbanks with a variety of biotopes and ancient stones to discover.

Circular hiking trail of 7km from Donneloye, Cronay or La Mauguettaz to Yvonand.

This easy trail of 5 km between Sainte-Croix and Vuiteboeuf is especially suitable for families.

A 4-kilometer loop retracing the history of ice-making on Brenet lake.

A place of well-being and wellness that has been in existence for thousands of years, as evidenced by the remains of the Roman baths.



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Our favourite activities for families
Sports & Leisure, Orbe

Interior play centre (more than 1300m2) for children up to 12 years old: bouncy castles, trampolines, mini electric cars, etc.

Culture and Heritage, Yverdon-les-Bains

The mediaeval castle in Yverdon-les-Bains houses one of the oldest museums in Switzerland.

Sports & Leisure, Yverdon-les-Bains

The first indoor trampoline park in French-speaking Switzerland - Jumpark - houses 6 play areas over 770 square metres for children and adults alike.

Nature, Cheseaux-Noréaz

The Pro Natura Centre Champ-Pittet forms the entrance to the Grande Cariçaie, the largest lakeside nature reserve in Switzerland.

Museums, Vallorbe

An animated museum dedicated to the iron and railway industry, which played a decisive role in the development of Vallorbe.

Sports & Leisure, Yverdon-les-Bains

EXPLORiT hosts a city of sciences which offers a hands-on approach to science, technology, nature and the environment.

Nature, Vallorbe - Le Pont

Watch wolves, bears and bison roaming almost freely in this animal park in beautiful unspoilt natural surroundings.

Nature, Romainmôtier

Lampaga offers the experience of a hike with alpacas or llamas.

Sports & Leisure, Le Sentier

The Vallée de Joux Sports Center is a quality sports center offering numerous sports activities year-round.

Museums, Champagne

The famous company Cornu SA opens its doors for unusual tasting and interactive experiences.

The most beautiful villages of Switzerland

MEDIEVAL TOWN OF GRANDSON

The old town of Grandson owes its development to the two most remarkable monuments of the city: the castle and the church.



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Our bike tour ideas

Lake-side ride along the lake between Yverdon-les-Bains and Estavayer-le-Lac

Cycling, Neuchâtel - Neuchâtel

108 km of lake shore - take your own time!

The full route consists of 7 stages for E-Bike between Schaffhausen and Geneva.

Top events in Nord vaudois