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International Watchmaking Museum in La Chaux-de-Fonds With more than 4’500 pieces this extraordinary museum houses one of the world’s biggest collection from the sun dial to the atomic clock. It offers a complete view on the watchmaking history in this region, considered to be the birthplace of watchmaking worldwide. Underground Mills from Col-des-Roches A 17th-19th –century water-powered factory in a cave which shows the ingenuity of the inhabitants of the region, trying to bring water under control.  Boat cruise on the river DoubsBoat cruise on the gorgeous Doubs. A most beautiful course on this romantic, sometimes wild river, between canyons and rocs. At the end, admire the biggest waterfall (27 m.) of the Jura mountains, the Saut-du-Doubs.  NeuchâtelNeuchâtel, charming city located on the shores of the largest lake entirely Swiss, Lac de Neuchâtel. The Alps, the Jura mountains, the lakes, the valleys and green plains are forming an outstanding venue. The castle and its adjacent Collegiate Church dating back to the 12th century dominate the old town with its numerous shops and open air cafés.  «Laténium»Located in a magnificent setting on the lakeshore, this museum presents history and prehistory up from the Neandertal Man until Renaissance with more than hundred archaeological sites buried underground.  Le Creux du VanThe most surprising geological attraction of the Neuchâtel region: the Creux-du-Van. This vast rocky cirque is the most important nature reserve of the canton and offers a wonderful panorama over the lakeshore. Nature lovers will be bewitched by the amazing beauty of the landscape. In less than two hours in train, you can also find Murten On the way back from Bern, make a stop in the small medieval town Murten, which overhangs the lovely lake of the same name. This picturesque old town, encircled by historic town walls offers a number of curiosities such as his admirable castle and arch-ways where you will find welcoming little shops and numerous terraces. Bern, Federal Capital In 30 minutes you reach the Swiss capital Bern which has been declared UNESCO World Culture Heritage. Follow your guide and discover the highlights of this beautiful and most charming city, such as Bundeshaus, Münster, Zeitglockenturm. If it’s rainy, no need for umbrellas - the main street is protected by arcades all along (for a distance of six km/four miles). The new Centre Paul Klee houses the most important collection of the famous artist. Olympic Museum Lausanne-Ouchy Located in magnificent venue on the Lake Geneva, it is the symbol of the union of sport, art and culture – exhibitions, events, shows, concerts, terrace-restaurant, book shop. A universe filled with history and emotion. Montreux This enchanting city on the shores of Lake Geneva enjoys a microclimate with Mediterranean vegetation, it is a real botanic paradise. Walk on the «Flowered path» on the footsteps of Hemingway, Nabokow, Sissi or Byron until the famous water-castle «Chillon». Visit of «Château de Chillon» One of the most beautiful medieval castles in Europe, on the shores of Lake Geneva and one of the most visited places to see in Switzerland. Former seat of the Savoy Counts, it is built directly on a rocky islet in the lake. Rich collections, patios, the Chapel St. George and a prison which inspired Lord Byron. A magic one-hour-trip Let yourself marvel as the magnificent scenery unfolds in a one-hour-course on board of the panoramic train «GoldenPass Panoramic», which rides from Montreux to the Bernese Oberland in the heart of the Alps. Have a break in the notorious resort Gstaad. Gruyères Gruyères stands in the midst of the Fribourg green pre-Alpine foothills. The castle, one of the most prestigious in Switzerland, towers majestically above the medieval town. Gruyères is also the home place of the famous Gruyères-Cheese. |
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31 July - 7 August 2010 Pays de Neuchâtel / SUI 0 days
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