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Les Roues de l'Areuse

Les Roues de l'Areuse in Saint-Sulpice, Switzerland, is an open-air heritage site in the Val-de-Travers that tells the story of the region's industrial past and its legends. The freely accessible trail with 13 stations features two restored water wheels (1886) as well as the still-operating power plant, and offers an overview of more than six centuries of history. The route also passes through the nature reserve around the sources of the Areuse river. A picnic area is available at the start of the trail near the Groupe E power plant.

Families and Kids

The trail is suitable for children and offers a walk through nature and energy in the Val-de-Travers. Good footwear is recommended as the route partly leads over forest paths.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: No
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Crafts and industry
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

Open daily with free access; no snow clearing in winter.

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
electrobroc.ch
Address
Saint-Sulpice

Access

Nearby stops

  • St-Sulpice NE, Terminus450 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Neuchâtel
48m
Bern
1h 47m
Olten
1h 48m
Lausanne
2h 24m
Zürich HB
2h 25m

FAQ

  • Is the trail suitable for children?
    Yes, the trail is suitable for children, but good footwear is recommended as the route partly leads over forest paths.
  • Is the site accessible for people with reduced mobility?
    No, the trail is outdoors and partly leads over forest paths; it is unfortunately not accessible for people with reduced mobility.
  • Is there a picnic area at the site?
    Yes, a picnic area is available at the start of the trail near the Groupe E power plant.
  • Is the site open in winter?
    The site is freely accessible daily, but there is no snow clearing in winter.

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