Winter in the Neuchâtel region

Some suggestions for activities, for young and old, inside or outside. There is something for every taste and every weather.

Landscapes in winter. © Vincent Bourrut

Les Verrières

Ski & Snowboard, Les Verrières

On the edge of the Val-de-Travers, a pleasant slope to discover with the whole family.

La Brévine

Ski & Snowboard, La Brévine

To experience the joys of winter sports in the Siberia of Switzerland.

Brot-Plamboz

Ski & Snowboard, Brot-Plamboz

300 meters of ski slopes in the heart of the wild valley des Ponts.

Le Pâquier / Crêt du Puy

Ski & Snowboard, Le Pâquier

Ten kilometres of slopes to enjoy without moderation!

La Côte-aux-Fées

Ski & Snowboard, La Côte-aux-Fées

A mini resort with an enchanting name welcomes you to an absolutely magical landscape!

Sommartel

Ski & Snowboard, Le Locle

A ski lift known to insiders near the town of Le Locle.

Les Loges

Ski & Snowboard, La Vue des Alpes

The perfect introduction to snow sports fun

Crêt-Meuron

Ski & Snowboard, La Vue des Alpes

Between Vue des Alpes and Tête de Ran

La Robella

Ski & Snowboard, Buttes

Experience the wonderland of winter on the pistes of Val-de-Travers – accessible to everyone.

La Corbatière / La Roche-des-Crocs

Ski & Snowboard, La Sagne

A small family ski resort perfect for your first downhill experience!

Sledge

Sledge runs

The best places to go down the slope on a bob or sledge.

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Sledge runs. © Tourisme neuchâtelois

Nordic Centre - La Vue des Alpes

Cross-country skiing

Trails with a view in a white paradise.

Nordic Centre - La Sagne

Cross-country skiing, La Sagne

An ideal environment for a gentle introduction to cross-country skiing.

Nordic Centre - Les Arêtes / Les Foulets

Cross-country skiing, La Chaux-de-Fonds

East or west of the city, choose your favourite area!

Nordic Centre - Sommartel

Cross-country skiing, Sommartel / Le Locle

In classic or skating just a stone's throw from Le Locle.

Nordic Centre - La Brévine

Cross-country skiing, La Brévine

Cross-country skiing in the "Siberia of Switzerland".

Nordic Centre - Bugnenets / Savagnières

Cross-country skiing, Bugnenets / Savagnières

Between fir trees and valleys, two trails lead to Les Quatre-Bornes or Derrière-Pertuis.

Nordic Centre - La Côte-aux-Fées

Cross-country skiing, La Côte-aux-Fées

Slide into the birthplace of absinthe

Nordic Centre - Les Cernets / Les Verrières

Cross-country skiing, Les Cernets / Les Verrières

Regionally famous cross-country skiing tracks on the edge of the "Valley of the Fairies"

Nordic Centre - Pouillerel

Cross-country skiing, La Chaux-de-Fonds

Cross-country skiing fun, a stone's throw from the centre of the watchmaking metropolis.

Nordic Centre - Creux du Van

Cross-country skiing, Couvet

Cross-country skiing with a view

Snow

Let's go

The snow report is continuously updated by the stations and Nordic centres.

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Ski de fond. © Guillaume Perret

Winter activity

Scavenger hunt and Chocolate fondue

Follow the tracks to a hidden treasure in the midst of Winter and finish in style in a local restaurant.

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Treasure hunt & chocolate fondue

Ice rink Bugnon

Fun & Adventure, Les Ponts-de-Martel

Beautiful ice skating infrastructure near the peat bog

Ice rink Mélèzes

Fun & Adventure, La Chaux-de-Fonds

Indoors or outdoors skating

Skating on the Lac des Taillères

Fun & Adventure, Lac des Taillères

To indulge in the joys of snow sports in a fairy-tale landscape

Savagnier ice rink

Fun & Adventure, Savagnier

The most charming outdoor skating rink

Ice rinks Littoral

Fun & Adventure, Neuchâtel

Two covered skating rinks on Lake Neuchâtel.

Ice rink Communal

Fun & Adventure, Le Locle

Artificial ice rink with a view of the snow-covered landscape

Rental

Winter sports equipment rental

List of service providers in the Neuchâtel region who rent winter sports equipment (snowshoes, cross-country skis, downhill skis, etc.).

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Ski de fond. © Guillaume Perret

Wellness at Port-Conty

Wellness, Saint-Aubin-Sauges

A wellness area with sauna, steam room and treatments for complete relaxation.

Sauna La Casita

Wellness, Cortaillod

An exclusive haven of relaxation on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel, to be enjoyed in complete privacy.

Phenix Sauna

Wellness, Hauterive (NE)

Escape the winter chill by snuggling up in the seasonal sauna at Hauterive beach.

Sauna Finnika

Wellness, Neuchâtel

Seasonal sauna on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel.

Phenix Sauna

Wellness, Monruz

Escape the winter chill and enjoy the soothing warmth of the seasonal sauna on Monruz Beach.

Wellness Les Endroits

Wellness, La Chaux-de-Fonds

You never feel as weightless as when you’re in the water.

Wellness centre at espaceVAL

Wellness, Couvet

Massages, sauna, hammam or cold bath: come and recharge your batteries in the heart of the Val-de-Travers.

Sauna Les P'tits Baigneurs

Wellness, Boudry

Un espace sauna hivernal sur la Plage de Boudry.

Wellness, Hotel Beau-Rivage

Wellness, Neuchâtel

A wellness haven of peace and relaxation.

Chaumont

Natural sites, Neuchâtel

Head uphill and enjoy a superb view of the Three-Lakes Region.

Val-de-Travers

Natural sites

Discover the cradle of Absinthe and its magnificent natural sites.

La Vue des Alpes - Tête de Ran

Panorama

A unique view of the Alps.

Vallée de La Brévine

Natural sites, La Brévine

Venture out into the valley which has beaten the historic record of cold temperatures in Switzerland: - 41.8°C!

Valley of La Sagne and Ponts-de-Martel

Natural sites

A little gem in the heart of the Jura mountains, popular for leisure activities because of its gentle relief and wide open spaces.

La Tourne - Rochers de Tablettes

Natural sites, La Tourne

Starting point of beautiful trails in summer and winter.

Cultural Heritage

Illuminated church

At the heart of Switzerland’s Siberia, an illuminated church tower changes colour depending on the temperature.

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Church La Brévine