Exploring the Neuchâtel region

Are you ready to experience excitement and take on new challenges? Put on your walking shoes, get on your bike, and take part in water sports and a whole range of fun leisure activities! Not forgetting snow sports too, once winter is here...

Hiking, Môtiers - Môtiers

In the middle of the mysterious land of absinthe, the magnificent waterfall of Môtiers and the beautiful forest hike in the Poëta-Raisse gorge.

Hiking, La Brévine - Môtiers

Mediaeval path traced by the Môtiers monks visiting the Montebenoît canons.

Hiking, Chaumont - Cressier

A walk through mountain pastures from the magnificent viewpoint at Chaumont to Enges.

Hiking, Noiraigue - Boudry

Wide or narrow, bubbling or calm: meet the Areuse.

Hiking, Noiraigue - Noiraigue

A breathtakingly beautiful cirque created from water and ice erosion.

Hiking, Le Locle - La Chaux-de-Fonds

A beautiful viewpoint of the Neuchâtel mountains.

Hiking, Les Brenets - Maison Monsieur

Follow the course of the Doubs and its contrasting landscapes.

Hiking, Vaumarcus - La Tène

To enjoy the fresh clean air as while strolling around Lake Neuchâtel.

Hiking, Le Locle - Neuchâtel

Walk commemorating the Neuchatel Revolution of 1st March 1848.

Hiking, La Sagne - La Sagne

A stroll among a hundred statues sculpted in wood.

Cycling itineraries
Cycling, Couvet - Couvet

An athletic route with varied landscapes in absinthe country.

Cycling, Fleurier - Vallorbe

Fleurier–Vallorbe

Cycling, Les Taillères - Les Taillères

The valley of La Brévine, renowned for its polar chill, is one of the most attractive for cyclists.

Cycling, Cernier - Cernier

Across the fields - the best way to discover Val-de-Ruz.

Cycling, Neuchâtel - Neuchâtel

A journey across four cantonal borders.

Cycling, La Chaux-de-Fonds - La Chaux-de-Fonds

A trip through nature around Switzerland's highest town.

Cycling, Neuchâtel - Neuchâtel

A blend of nature and culture for cycle enthusiasts.

Cycling, Neuchâtel - Neuchâtel

108 km of lake shore - take your own time!

Cycling, St-Blaise - Cortaillod

A very nice, pleasant route along the shores of Lake Neuchâtel offering numerous opportunities to go for a swim in the lake.

Cycling, La Chaux-de-Fonds - Fleurier

La Chaux-de-Fonds–Fleurier

Mountain bike trails
Mountain Bike, Les Ponts-de-Martel - Les Ponts-de-Martel

Off-road trail in the heart of the valley of La Brévine.

Mountain Bike, Neuchâtel - Neuchâtel

Ascent to Chaumont with a great panoramic view of the Three Lakes region.

Mountain Bike, La Chaux-de-Fonds - Couvet

On the route leading to Couvet, water is the recurring element. First the cool and thunderous Saut du...

Mountain Bike, Saignelégier - La Chaux-de-Fonds

This section is full of contrasts. Past unspoilt moors and over the lush green meadows of the Franches...

Mountain Bike, Les Hauts-Geneveys - Les Hauts-Geneveys

A circuit at the edge of the forest with a superb view of the Val-de-Ruz.

Mountain Bike, Neuchâtel - Neuchâtel

A magnificent 195 km trail divided into four parts.

Mountain Bike, Fleurier - Fleurier

The Val-de-Travers, all the way through.

Mountain Bike, Le Locle - Le Locle

Magnificent sportive trail with breathtaking views of the Doubs.

Mountain Bike, Chaumont - Neuchâtel

An expert level freeride track, between Chaumont and Neuchâtel.

Mountain Bike, La Chaux-de-Fonds - La Chaux-de-Fonds

Through the beautiful pastures of the Vallée de La Sagne.

Horse riding activities
Riding, Pays de Neuchâtel

Discover the canton of Neuchâtel on your horse on one of the various stretches proposed here.

Riding, Chaumont

Safe horse-riding in the luscious green landscape of the Neuchâtel hills.

Riding, Travers

An idyllic ranch in the midst of nature offering horseback rides and hikes in the surroundings of the Val-de-Travers

Riding, La Sagne

Horse rides and equestrian holidays in the Neuchatel mountains

Wellness and pop-up saunas
Wellness, Neuchâtel

Seasonal sauna on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel.

Wellness, Neuchâtel

A wellness haven of peace and relaxation.

Un espace sauna hivernal sur la Plage de Boudry.

Wellness, Monruz

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

Wellness, Hauterive (NE)

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

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

Wellness, La Chaux-de-Fonds

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

Wellness, Cortaillod

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

Ski resorts
Ski & Snowboard, La Vue des Alpes

Between Vue des Alpes and Tête de Ran

Ski & Snowboard, Buttes

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

Ski & Snowboard, Les Bugnenets / Savagnières

The resort where champion Didier Cuche started his career. Train there to go for gold!

Ski & Snowboard, Le Locle

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

Ski & Snowboard, Les Verrières

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

Ski & Snowboard, Le Pâquier

Ten kilometres of slopes to enjoy without moderation!

Ski & Snowboard, La Côte-aux-Fées

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

Ski & Snowboard, La Sagne

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

Ski & Snowboard, La Brévine

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

Ski & Snowboard, Brot-Plamboz

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

Winter walking and snowshoeing
Winter Hiking, Les Ponts-de-Martel - Les Petits-Ponts

Winter hike in the heart of a peat bog landscape.

Snowshoes, Le Locle - La Chaux-de-Fonds

With snowshoes from watch town to watch town

Snowshoes, La Sagne - La Sagne

A magical loop in the Valley of La Sagne

Snowshoes, La Chaux-du-Milieu - Le Prévoux

Snowshoeing route around Le Locle.

Snowshoes, La Robella - La Robella

Snowshoeing route to discover the Val-de-Travers.

Snowshoes, Le Locle - Le Locle

A mini tour on the edge of the watchmaking city.

Snowshoes, Le Locle - La Sagne

Part of the UNESCO world heritage for its town planning, the town of Locle was built around the know-how...

Snowshoes, La Vue des Alpes - La Vue des Alpes

A two-hour walk across the snow, by day or night.

Snowshoes, La Robella - Le Chasseron

A pleasant climb up to the viewpoint of the Chasseron.

Snowshoes, La Vue des Alpes - Tête de Ran

A two-hour walk across the snow, by day or night.

Cross-country skiing itineraries
Cross-country skiing, La Brévine - La Brévine

The people of this region have cross-country skiing in their blood. They are used to extreme cold and...

Cross-country skiing, La Brévine - La Brévine

A 22 km loop between the Valley of La Brévine and Les Bayards.

Cross-country skiing, Les Ponts-de-Martel - Les Ponts-de-Martel

Typical Nordic trail around the Bois-des-Lattes park.

Cross-country skiing, La Vue-des-Alpes - La Vue-des-Alpes

A pretty trail on the Mont-Racine plateau, with fantastic views as a bonus.

Cross-country skiing, La Vue des Alpes - La Vue des Alpes

Fresh air therapy as you admire the magnificent landscapes of the Jura winter.

Cross-country skiing, Tête de Ran - Tête de Ran

Locally, a "tour de Sagnard" is a walk that doesn't take the shortest route!

Cross-country skiing, La Brévine - La Brévine

The short version of the Franco-Swiss trail, ideal for border hopping.

Cross-country skiing, La Chaux-de-Fonds - La Ferme Modèle

Nordic trail a stone's throw from La Chaux-de-Fonds : a treat not to be missed!

Cross-country skiing, La Brévine - La Brévine

A "glacial" 11 km trail in the Swiss Siberia.

Cross-country skiing, La Brévine - La Brévine

Fantastic trail criss-crossing the French-Swiss border, with its wild 1st section.

Winter activities
Fun & Adventure, Savagnier

The most charming outdoor skating rink

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

Fun & Adventure, Lac des Taillères

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

Fun & Adventure, Le Locle

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

Fun & Adventure, Les Ponts-de-Martel

Beautiful ice skating infrastructure near the peat bog

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

Fun & Adventure, La Chaux-de-Fonds

Indoors or outdoors skating

Fun & Adventure, Val-de-Travers (Couvet)

Put on your snowshoes and follow your guide as he takes you on a moonlit tour of the snow-covered Val-de-Travers!

Fun & Adventure, Neuchâtel

Two covered skating rinks on Lake Neuchâtel.

Fun & Adventure, Fleurier

Skate like the pros in the fully equipped centre