Family
Chaumont: Neuchâtel’s local mountain
An experience for the whole family
The ridge between Lake Neuchâtel and Val de Ruz is Neuchâtel’s local mountain. It is both a panoramic viewpoint, and a place for enjoyment and activity – fun, in fact, for the whole family.
The funicular railway takes you from Neuchâtel La Coudre to Chaumont in comfort. A breath-taking view of the city of Neuchâtel, the “Three-Lakes” region as well as the Swiss Plateau and the surrounding Alps is on offer here. Anyone wanting to get higher still can climb the lookout tower. Situated at 1,200 metres above sea level, it allows you to see even further into the distance.
Alongside a wonderful view, Neuchâtel’s local mountain offers a whole host of activities and relaxation opportunities both for adventure-seekers and pleasure-lovers.
You can travel quickly and easily by train from Bern to Neuchâtel. Then change to the bus to the valley station of the funicular railway.
Availability Today (Thursday) open
Operating times, Funiculaire de Chaumont
The funicular railway operates daily all year round in accordance with the timetable.
Subject to change without prior notice
Rates
Prices for the funicular railway
- CHF 4.40 Adults Single ticket
- CHF 2.30 Adults with Half-Fare Card
- CHF 2.30 Children 6–15.99 years
GA travelcard, Junior travelcard and Children’s Co-travelcard are valid
Climbing park
- from CHF 39.00 Adults aged 17 and over
- from CHF 29.00 Adolescents 12–16 years
- from CHF 25.00 Children 8–11 years
- from CHF 21.00 Children 4–7 years
- from CHF 10.00 Small children 2–5 years
How to get there
Take the train to Neuchâtel and then bus no. 107 to the "La Coudre" stop. From there, the funicular takes you up to Chaumont in just 10 minutes. From Bern, you can reach the local mountain in just under an hour.
Location
Contact
- Tourisme neuchâtelois
- +41 32 889 68 90
- Neuchâtel Tourisme www.neuchateltourisme.ch
