This special exhibition, housed in the former auction hall (Halle aux Enchères), provides visitors with an informative understanding of the global importance of the watchmaking town planning in La Chaux-de-Fonds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009. Visitors are made to feel welcome here and may obtain information of interest about the heritage of the watchmaking metropolis of La Chaux-de-Fonds.

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Time required
2 to 4 hours (half day)
Suitable for children with age
10 to 13 years, 14+ years
Weather
Indoor
Category
Education, Urban

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