Inaugurated in 1985, the Pro Natura Centre Champ-Pittet organises numerous interactive exhibitions and entertainment events, both in the beautiful park overlooking the lake and inside the astonishing 18th Century castle.
Four nature paths, mostly accessible with strollers and wheelchairs too, pass through the 40-hectare estate. The 2km marsh path built on pontoons, passes through reed beds, marshy meadows and a stretch of white water lilies, where birds nest and can be observed from the ornithological observation post. The Grande Cariçaie shelters about 800 species of plant and 10,000 animal species.
It was François Haldimand, a career military officer under English colours and first governor of Quebec, who had built the Castle of Champ-Pittet in 1791.
DuÂ
16 March 2024
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27 October 2024
Lundi
Mardi
10:00
– 17:30
Mercredi
10:00
– 17:30
Jeudi
10:00
– 17:30
Vendredi
10:00
– 17:30
Samedi
10:00
– 17:30
Dimanche
10:00
– 17:30
Tarifs
The Champ-Pittet Pro Natura Centre, restaurant and exhibitions are closed until 15 March 2024. Find out about the activities available during the winter period.
Agence ADNV / Office du tourisme du Nord vaudois
Avenue de la Gare 2
1400 Yverdon-les-Bains
T +41 24 423 03 13