Begin the tour in Môtiers and simply follow the yellow signs towards Mt Chasseron. Môtiers once sheltered poet-philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau. The area, however, is even better known for the absinthe that is brewed in this region. Once in the Poëta Raisse one understands why this region is considered mystical by some. Once on top of the mountain, the sweeping views will impress hikers. See Lake Neuchatel, then the Alps and to the North, the Jura mountains. Once the summit has been reached, it is all downhill. The yellow-red signs will point the way to the watch-making village of Ste-Croix.
Starting point: Train station Môtiers.
Destination: Train station Ste-Croix.
Take the train to Môtiers; return to Buttes by bus, and from there to Couvet by train .
Walking time: 5 h
Season: June through October
Altitude difference/Condition: 850 m ascent und 530 m descent / intermediate to difficult
Place to eat: Môtiers, Chasseron, Les Avattes, Ste-Croix
Hiking map:
Hiking map SAW Val de Travers 1:50'000
Môtiers - Poëta Raisse - Chasseron - Ste-Croix
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This hike combines the legendary Val de Travers with the sun-drenched plateau of Ste-Croix. But in between, there is a five-hour hike offering one highlight after the next. It begins with the village of Môtiers, then the bizarre gorge of Poëta Raisse, and ends at the spectacular vantage point of Mt. Chasseron.
The careful planning of a hiking tour will ensure that you also derive the maximum pleasure and enjoyment from it. Please take the time to contact the local information centre and enquire about route and weather conditions before setting off. Your intended hiking trail may be fully or partially closed, depending on the time of year and weather conditions.
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Contact Information
- Office du tourisme Val-de-Travers
2108 Couvet
Tel. +41 (32) 889 68 96
www.valdetravers.ch
