Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from La Chaux-de-Fonds by public transport. From easy panoramic walks to longer alpine routes, there’s something for every level of winter hiker.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from La Chaux-de-Fonds to make planning easier. Be sure to check the map to explore all winter hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
This winter hike takes you into the heart of the Neuchâtel Jura between snow-covered valleys and mountain ranges. From the Col de la Vue des Alpes, the route leads to the sun-drenched Tête de Ran peak. Once at the top, the view stretches from the Säntis to the Mont Blanc, while the French Jura and the Vosges mountains rise up towards the north.
7.0km
220m
220m
2h 25mTour published by:
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This idyllic winter hike leads between the tall fir trees of the Franches-Montagnes from Le Noirmont station to Le Creux-des-Biches. The easy tour across the vast plateau of the Franches-Montagnes is ideal for beginners.
3.0km70m30m55mTour published by:
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This hike from Saignelégier leads you to Le Noirmont through the typical scenery of the Jura. The route allows you to discover the capital of the Franches-Montagnes, Saignelégier, well known for its Marché-Concours National de chevaux (National Horse Show).
6.0km50m80m1h 45mTour published by:
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Don’t be afraid of the cold, entering the «Swiss Siberia» does not mean you will automatically be transformed into a block of ice, like the water of the Lac des Taillères, whose shorelines this route is following.
11.0km140m140m3h 25mTour published by:
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This winter walk, which starts in the village of Prés-d’Orvin, will take you onto the Chasseral ridge at a height of 1,288 m where a magnificent panorama over Lake Neuchâtel, the plateau and the Alpine chain awaits you.
9.0km300m300m3h 0mTour published by:
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Grey below, luminous blue above: it’s time for Mount Weissenstein. Those sick of the fog can enjoy a winter hike on Solothurn’s local mountain, which offers splendid views of the Swiss Plateau to Mount Säntis and Mont Blanc.
4.0km90m90m1h 15mTour published by:
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This hiking trail runs from the resort of Les Rasses to the hamlet of Les Cluds, a mecca for winter activities in the region. With its exceptional views of the Alps, from the Eiger to Mont-Blanc, it’s a truly memorable route.
4.0km50m50m1h 15mTour published by:
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This winter hiking trail takes you to the most scenic lookout points around Aeschi. Several benches invite you to linger and admire the views. The ever-changing views of the Frutigtal valley, Mount Niesen, Lake Thun and the peaks above the fog line are without equal.
6.0km200m200m2h 10mTour published by:
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Romantic winter hiking trail high above Lake Thun, leading past the cantonal recuperation clinic and through glittering winter forests. Enjoy expansive views of the Bernese Alps above the fog line.
9.0km240m240m3h 0mTour published by:
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Discover Caux, with its delightful Belle-Epoque buildings, beautiful natural surroundings and stunning views, imbued with a romantic ambiance and incomparable charm. This was a favourite place for the empress Sissi to come and do her long walks.
6.0km90m90m1h 50mTour published by:
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| La Chaux-de-Fonds, gare | |
| (14m) | |
| Vue-des-Alpes |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (20m) | |
| Le Creux-des-Biches |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (25m) | |
| Le Noirmont |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (9m) | |
| Le Locle |
| Le Locle, gare/centre ville | |
| (21m) | |
| La Brévine, poste |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (40m) | |
| Biel/Bienne |
| Biel/Bienne, Bahnhof/Gare | |
| (27m) | |
| Les Prés-d'Orvin, Bellevue |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (40m) | |
| Biel/Bienne |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (17m) | |
| Solothurn |
| Solothurn | |
| (12m) | |
| Oberdorf SO |
| Oberdorf SO (Talstation) | |
| (12m) | |
| Weissenstein |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (9m) | |
| Le Locle |
| Le Locle, gare/centre ville | |
| (21m) | |
| La Brévine, poste |
| La Brévine, poste | |
| (16m) | |
| Couvet, gare |
| Couvet, gare | |
| (24m) | |
| Mauborget, bif. La Magnenaz |
| Mauborget, bif. La Magnenaz | |
| (12m) | |
| Les Rasses, village |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (40m) | |
| Biel/Bienne |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (56m) | |
| Spiez |
| Spiez, Bahnhof | |
| (9m) | |
| Aeschi b. Spiez, Post |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (40m) | |
| Biel/Bienne |
| Biel/Bienne | |
| (26m) | |
| Bern |
| Bern | |
| (19m) | |
| Thun |
| Thun, Bahnhof | |
| (2m) | |
| Thun, Postbrücke |
| Thun, Postbrücke | |
| (18m) | |
| Heiligenschwendi, Hünibode |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | |
| (28m) | |
| Neuchâtel |
| Neuchâtel | |
| (47m) | |
| Lausanne |
| Lausanne | |
| (19m) | |
| Montreux |
| Montreux | |
| (25m) | |
| Haut-de-Caux |
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, Along the water, With panoramic views
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views
Landscape: With panoramic views
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, With panoramic views
Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, With panoramic views
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