Intro

The watchmaker tour: Swiss world-renowned timepieces represent core values the country stands for – but where are they produced? Not in the country’s big cities, but in the midst of the gently rolling hills of Jura.

The journey leads from Neuchâtel and La Chaux-de-Fonds to Saignelégier, Biel and finally Delémont, the canton’s capital with its lovely, carefully restored old town. En route, passengers enjoy the scenic “Three Lakes Region” around Lakes Biel, Murten and Neuchâtel. At the southern tip of Lake Biel lies St. Peter’s Island, the simple beauty of which once inspired Jean-Jacques Rousseau.

Facts

Route: Neuchâtel – La Chaux-de-Fonds – Glovelier – Delémont – Neuchâtel
Distance: 143 km
Duration: 3 h

Excursion tips

  • Laténium – a journey through space and time to the origins of mankind in the archaeological museum
  • Areuse ravine – wildly romantic Jura trench with deep insights
  • Creux du Van – a round tour to the impressive rock cirque of Val de Travers
  • La Chaux-de-Fonds Clock museum – the world’s largest museum focusing on clocks, watches and watchmaking
  • Three Lakes Tour – a boat tour on Lakes Biel, Neuchâtel and Murten

Food & Beverages

No catering services on the train.

Timetable

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Ticket

This route is fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) and GA travelcard.
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Reservations

No seat reservation possible – free seating.

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Jura & Three-Lakes
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