Cuisine and cobblestones

Explore the treasures of the old towns of the Jura & Three-Lakes region, enhanced by culinary experiences and authentic local flavours.

Start the day with a visit to a castle or museum, or take a stroll through a charming old town. Then indulge in local specialities in traditional restaurants or on a culinary tour.

Charming towns

Discover the delights of Neuchâtel in summer: take a boat trip, a cool dip in the lake, visit the Collégiale and enjoy an aperitif with a view of the Alps. Find out more...

Explore La Chaux-de-Fonds, capital of the watch industry and UNESCO world heritage site, and discover its cultural highlights and high-altitude terraces in summer. Find out more...

Relax in Delémont, the small and charming cantonal capital – enjoy a walk in the forest, sunny terraces and the local heritage. Find out more…

Discover Biel/Bienne, a bilingual town and watchmaking centre which simply hums in summer – here you can enjoy a dip in the lake and local cultural events. Find out more...

Stroll through the medieval streets of Murten then enjoy a refreshing swim in the lake: a summer outing combining charm and fun in the water. Find out more...

Relax at Yverdon-les-Bains, where you can enjoy beaches, the thermal baths and beautiful natural scenery: the perfect mix for a gentle summer break. Find out more...

Enjoy the taste of the Jura & Three-Lakes region via your palate. Take a culinary tour or discover the unexpected on a ‘circuit secret’ town tour. Savour local dishes on a gourmet cruise on one of the three lakes, or dive into the decadent world of chocolate in an immersive workshop. And there’s much more!



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Gourmet tours
From CHF 49.- Food & Drinks, Bienne

Discover Biel's regional delicacies on Nourritour, a unique culinary walk through the old town.

From CHF 55.- Food & Drinks, La Chaux-de-Fonds

The Tourist Office is offering an urban gastronomic trail to stimulate your taste buds and your thirst for discovery.

Book your tickets for the Organic Gourmet Tour in Murten! More than 10 stands to discover the best of sustainable agriculture and local food and wine specialties.

From CHF 39.- Food & Drinks, Saint-Ursanne

Enjoy a stroll through St Ursanne on the gourmet Circuit Secret, a must for foodies. Discover the flavours of the Jura and the history of this medieval town.

From CHF 150.- Urban visits, Morat

On this combined gourmet walk and guided tour, you are invited to discover the old town of Murten, its rich historical heritage and its culinary specialities.

From CHF 39.- Food & Drinks, Porrentruy

The gourmet Circuit Secret takes you to some of Porrentruy's more unusual spots and gives you a taste of local jurassian specialities.

From CHF 55.- Food & Drinks, Neuchâtel

An urban gourmet tour offered by the tourist office, with stops along the way for culinary delights in the heart of the old town.

Gault&Millau Restaurants

Exceptional dining

Discover the many restaurants in the Jura & Three-Lakes regions listed in the famous Gault&Millau guide, offering an exceptional fine-dining experience.



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Restaurants in town
Restaurants, Bienne

Fusion cuisine at the highest level - a culinary experience in a convivial ambiance.

Restaurants, Neuchâtel

An address where it is good to eat, "feet in the water", in the shade of a majestic chestnut tree.

Restaurants, La Chaux-de-Fonds

Parisian brewery style. Half-Gastronomy.

Restaurants, Delémont

The Restaurant de la Croix-Blanche in Delémont welcomes you in a friendly setting in the heart of the old town.

Restaurants, Biel/Bienne

Seasonal cuisine full of imagination and adapted to your wishes.

Restaurants, Neuchâtel

Small 18th century palace with French garden, located in town. Gastronomic restaurant with garden for...

Restaurants, La Chaux-de-Fonds

Come and enjoy a gourmet break in a modern and friendly atmosphere. Our kitchen specialises in homemade...

Charming typical restaurant in the old town of Delémont. The Hôtel-Restaurant La Bonne Auberge welcomes you in a friendly atmosphere to enjoy its original, tasty and delicious cuisine.

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A stay in town

Extend your culinary stay at the heart of the Jura & Three-Lakes towns.



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Guided tours
Guided city tour, Murten

With the brochure "Murten - Enjoy it" you go on a walk through the old town on your own. You will discover the most beautiful viewpoints of Murten, you will go on the unique walkable rampart walls and you will stroll through the arcades of the main street.

Guided city tour, Bienne

Explore the magical atmosphere of the historical old town, and discover Biel’s history and the most important places to visit.

Guided city tour, St-Ursanne

This medieval town by the Doubs is a treasure of the Jura just waiting to be discovered.

Guided city tour, La Chaux-de-Fonds

With a guide, discover the early works of Charles-Edouard Jeanneret, the future Le Corbusier.

La Neuveville, a true medieval wonder of the Grand Chasseral on the shores of Lake Biel, reveals its secrets during a guided tour.

Guided city tour, Neuchâtel

Relive the Belle Époque in Neuchâtel during a guided tour and enjoy some unique experiences!

Cobblestones

Museums

Art- and history-lovers, families and all those who are simply curious will enjoy the wide range of museums and interactive exhibitions in the Jura & Three-Lakes region.



The museums
Visiting castles

Beautiful view on Sonvilier and the Valley.

Culture & Museums, Murten

The castle dates to the time of Count Peter of Savoy II who ordered its construction in 1255. Under the castle gate, dating from 1516, much rebuilding took place.

Culture and Heritage, Yverdon-les-Bains

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

Culture & Museums, Valangin

A medieval tower surrounded by ramparts, reminiscent of the lords and ladies of yesteryear.

Culture & Museums, Nidau

This museum provides exhibitions about the correction of the Jura waters.

Culture & Museums, Boudry

Overlooking the picturesque village of Boudry, the castle stands out as an embassy of the vineyard, housing a oenotheque and the Vine and Wine Museum.

Culture & Museums, Rochefort

At the entrance to the Val-de-Travers, discover the ruins of an ancient castle on a rocky outcrop.

Culture & Museums, Neuchâtel

This late 10th century building is the landmark of the town of Neuchâtel.

Culture and Heritage, Grandson

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

Culture & Museums, Estavayer-le-Lac

Usually closed to the public, the donjon of the Chenaux castle reveals its secrets for a few months.