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Moulins souterrains du Col-des-Roches

The Moulins souterrains du Col-des-Roches in Le Locle, Switzerland, is a multifaceted site reflecting over four hundred years of human activity. Its main attraction is a natural cave that housed hydraulic installations between the 16th and 19th centuries, restored as an underground mill. The permanent exhibition offers a journey through space and time, covering regional history, the evolution of a bread-centred society, and the relationship between nature and energy management. The site also houses the Musée d'histoire du Locle and hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

Children can celebrate their birthday at the Moulins souterrains with a themed adventure in the cave, including riddles for ages 8-10, on reservation on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The site also offers creative workshops and activities for children, such as planting workshops for ages 7-10 and storytelling animations from age 4.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00 from May to October, and from Tuesday to Sunday from 14:00 to 17:00 from November to April.
Monday
10:00-17:00 (May - October)
Tuesday
10:00-17:00 (May - October)
Wednesday
10:00-17:00 (May - October)
Thursday
10:00-17:00 (May - October)
Friday
10:00-17:00 (May - October)
Saturday
10:00-17:00 (May - October)
Sunday
10:00-17:00 (May - October)

Admission fees

14 CHF
Adult admission
11.5 CHF
AVS - AI - Students
7 CHF
Children (6 to 16 years)
30 CHF
Families, parents and children

Contact

Webpage
lesmoulins.ch
Email
col-des-roches@lesmoulins.ch
Address
Le Col 23, CH-2400 Le Locle

Access

Nearby stops

  • Le Locle, Moulins souterrains250 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Neuchâtel
48m
Bern
1h 36m
Olten
2h 7m
Lausanne
2h 13m
Thun
2h 14m

FAQ

  • What should I wear when visiting the cave?
    The cave temperature is 7°C and humidity can be high, so warm clothing and good shoes are recommended.
  • Are dogs allowed at the site?
    No, dogs are not accepted in the cave, museum or courtyard, even in a bag.
  • Are food and drinks allowed inside the museum and cave?
    No, food and drinks are prohibited in the museum and in the cave out of respect for the site and the collections.
  • Are guided tours included in the admission price?
    Yes, guided tours and the audioguide (available in FR/DE/IT/EN) are included in the admission price for individual visitors, without reservation on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Can I visit the museum exhibitions without entering the cave?
    Yes, there is a separate exhibition ticket that allows access to the permanent and temporary exhibitions but not to the cave.

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