Point of interest
Museums Park
In the heart of La Chaux-de-Fonds, the Museums Park brings together the International Museum of Horology, the Museum of Fine Arts and the History Museum. Completely redesigned, this cultural and welcoming space also features a playground, the Café des Musées and its terrace, the MIH’s monumental carillon and the AltiMille, which marks the exact altitude of 1,000 metres.
Just a few steps from the city centre, the Museums Park forms a major cultural hub in the heart of La Chaux-de-Fonds. Recently redesigned, it brings together three leading institutions: the International Museum of Horology (MIH), dedicated to the measurement of time and the importance of watchmaking; the Museum of Fine Arts (MBA), presenting collections and exhibitions devoted to the visual arts; and the History Museum (MH), which explores the history of the city and its inhabitants.
The park is also well worth a visit in its own right. In front of the International Museum of Horology stands its monumental carillon, a work by Onelio Vignando. Part sculpture, part clock and part musical instrument, it brings the park to life every quarter of an hour with its bells, moving elements and melodies that change with the seasons.
Visitors of all ages can also enjoy the park’s relaxing spaces and playground. Another curiosity is the AltiMille, which marks the exact altitude of 1,000 metres, an emblematic elevation for La Chaux-de-Fonds. Standing on its platform places your feet at precisely this altitude.
For a relaxing break, the Café des Musées, located on the ground floor of the History Museum, serves drinks and light meals. Open to everyone, even without visiting the museums, it also features a pleasant terrace overlooking the park during the warmer months.
Combining culture, watchmaking heritage, relaxation and conviviality, the Museums Park is an ideal place to discover the many facets of La Chaux-de-Fonds.
- Musée d'histoire Rue des Musées 31 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds +41 32 967 60 88 [email protected] mhcdf.ch
Main contact- Musée des beaux-arts Rue des Musées 33 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds +41 32 967 60 77 [email protected] mbac.ch
Main contact- Musée international d'horlogerie Rue des Musées 29 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds +41 32 967 68 61 [email protected] mih.ch
Cultural Heritage
A monumental sculpture bringing together watchmaking, music and movement, and bringing the Museums Park to life every quarter of an hour.
Point of interest
Stand with your feet at exactly 1,000 metres above sea level! An original way to experience the remarkable altitude of La Chaux-de-Fonds.
Playground
Slide, swing and high-level adventure course: this wooden playground is the perfect place for young and old to have fun between two museum visits!
