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Underground Mills of Col-des-Roches

A historic underground mill site in a natural cave, featuring hydraulic installations from the 16th to 19th centuries. The permanent exhibition covers regional history, milling techniques, and hydropower, with interactive exhibits and a photography collection. The site also houses the Musée d'histoire du Locle.

Families and Kids

Children aged 6 to 16 can visit with a reduced ticket. The cave temperature is 7°C and humidity can be high; warm clothing and good shoes are recommended. Birthday parties and creative workshops for children are offered.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Crafts and industry

    • Children experience: 👍 Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Events and birthdays, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Monday
10:00-17:00 (May – October)
Tuesday
10:00-17:00 (May – October)
14:00-17:00 (November – April)
Wednesday
10:00-17:00 (May – October)
14:00-17:00 (November – April)
Thursday
10:00-17:00 (May – October)
14:00-17:00 (November – April)
Friday
10:00-17:00 (May – October)
14:00-17:00 (November – April)
Saturday
10:00-17:00 (May – October)
14:00-17:00 (November – April)
Sunday
10:00-17:00 (May – October)
14:00-17:00 (November – April)

Admission fees

14 CHF
Adult admission
11.5 CHF
Senior admission
7 CHF
Child admission
30 CHF
Family admission

Contact

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