watchexplorer.swiss - Swiss watchmaking for everyone

The cityscapes of La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle are UNESCO World Heritage sites and form the historical and industrial heart of Swiss watchmaking: a symbol of globally unique craftsmanship.

Thanks to the innovative platform launched by Neuchâtel Tourism watchexplorer.swiss Those interested can immerse themselves in the world of timekeeping in extraordinary ways.

The offerings of watchexplorer.swiss enable individual discovery through numerous experiences, from tourist tours to hands-on workshops. Swiss watchmaking. Whether layman or connoisseur, whether alone, with family or in a group: In Neuchâtel, La Chaux-de-Fonds, Le Locle and other symbolic towns of the canton, everyone can discover what has made the heart of watchmaking beat for centuries: passion, precision and innovation.

The diverse range is aimed at all watch enthusiasts – from newcomers to experts:

• Visit to watchmaking factories (from 50 CHF)
• Introduction to watchmaking in a practical workshop using a practice watch (from 190 CHF)
• Assembly of your own watch under the guidance of an expert (from CHF 915)
• Meet watchmakers and get up close to rare and unusual fields of expertise such as enameling, pendulum clocks or restoration (from 260 CHF)
• Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed cityscapes of La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle, visit iconic museums and take part in the "Les Barons" scavenger hunt (from 8 CHF)
• Accommodation including one night in a former watchmaker's workshop or a meal in an authentic watch manufacturer

Neuchâtel Tourism's NTC: Culture, leisure activities and public transport included

All guests staying at least one night in a hotel or other accommodation in the canton automatically receive an NTC (Neuchâtel Tourist Card). This card grants visitors free access to approximately 40 attractions, including watch museums and the Museum of Art History. Public transportation throughout the canton is also free for the duration of the stay.