Môtiers - Poëta Raisse - Chasseron - Ste-Croix
Overview
Intro
This hike combines the legendary Val de Travers with the sun-drenched plateau of Ste-Croix. It offers one highlight after another, from the village of Môtiers and the bizarre gorge of Poëta Raisse through to the spectacular viewpoint on the Chasseron.
Description
The hike starts at Môtiers railway station and follows the signposts towards the Chasseron. The village of Môtiers, with its picture-perfect rows of houses, once provided refuge for the poet-philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau. The area, however, is even better known for absinthe, an alcoholic drink made from local herbs. Once in the Poëta Raisse, you can see why this area has a reputation for being somewhat mystical. Sweeping views of the Alps, Lake Neuchâtel and the Jura Mountains await you at the top of the Chasseron. Once you’ve reached the summit, it’s all downhill, with the yellow and red signposts marking the way down to the watch-making village of Ste-Croix.
Places to eat/drink: Môtiers, Chasseron, Les Avattes, Ste-Croix
An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted
| Start location |
Môtier
|
|---|---|
| Destination |
Sainte-Croix Les Rasses
|
| Start Point |
Môtiers railway station
|
| Target Point |
Ste-Croix railway station
|
| Direction |
One way
|
| Altitude (meter above sea level) |
1605 m
|
| Ascent |
990 m
|
| Descent |
660 m
|
| Distance |
17 km
|
| Duration |
5 h 20 min
|
| Technical requirements |
Easy
|
| Physical requirements |
Medium
|
| Season |
June - October
|
| Theme |
To a mountain peak, With panoramic view, Through a gorge
|
Tourisme Neuchâtelois - Val-de-Travers
Place de la Gare
Kiosque Goût & Région
2103
Noiraigue
Switzerland
Phone
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