© OTV / Vincent Bailly

© OTV / Vincent Bailly

Two lakes, a world of leisure activities (F)

Leaving the Joux Valley, this route shows the diversity of the Yverdon-les-Bains Region, offering a whole host of tourist attractions featuring the region’s historical heritage, crafts, wine-making or culture in its broadest sense.

There are many cultural points of interest along the way to Yverdon-les-Bains, including a chance to discover the history of the iron industry or visit a military fort and a grand Roman dwelling in Orbe. Families love the animals roaming almost free in the Juraparc and the magic of the Vallorbe Caves. History enthusiasts stop at Romainmôtier to admire the Cluniac architecture and its magnificent abbey church, while wine connoisseurs will enjoy meeting the wine-makers of the Côtes de l’Orbe in their cellars.

In Switzerland, all roads lead to a lake and this is no exception. The biggest completely Swiss lake, Lake Neuchâtel, brings water to Yverdon-les-Bains, famous for its spa centre. Lovers of science fiction are more familiar with the Maison d’Ailleurs, a unique museum in Europe. Continuing on your way, revisit your childhood in Sainte-Croix, the music box capital.

Town: Vallorbe

Distance: 63 km

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Vallorbe Caves
Vallorbe
6 km from the French border, the Vallorbe caves are the biggest in Switzerland. Created by the River Orbe, the impressive geological formation consisting of stalactites, stalagmites and limestone columns, enhanced by skilful illumination, is one of the most beautiful in Switzerland and Europe.
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527

Juraparc
Vallorbe - Le Pont
The Juraparc in Mont d’Orzeires, 30 minutes from Yverdon-les-Bains, is in a beautiful area of forests and mountain pasture where wolves, bears and bison roam almost freely. Popular with families and animal lovers, the animal park is also a centre for education and protection of the species.
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413

Museum of Yverdon and Region

Museum of Yverdon and Region
Yverdon-les-Bains
Housed in the historic Castle of Yverdon-les-Bains, the Museum of Yverdon and Region is one of the oldest in the canton of Vaud. It retraces 8,000 years of history and also acts as an information centre for palafitic sites of ancient houses built on stilts, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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490

Thermal Centre Yverdon-les-Bains

Thermal Centre Yverdon-les-Bains
Yverdon-les-Bains
A spa town since Roman times, Yverdon-les-Bains is a Mecca for those seeking wellness and relaxation holidays. In addition to its thermal spring, known for its many beneficial properties, a well-equipped spa and Belle Epoque style hotel combine to offer relaxing holidays or the perfect venue for conferences.
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522

Orbe roman mosaics

Orbe roman mosaics
Orbe
In 170 A.D., there was an imposing Roman villa on this site in Orbe. The mosaic floors that were in 9 of the about 100 rooms of this prestigious dwelling are now protected by four pavilions open to visitors from Easter to the end of October. Get more out of your visit with a tablet or ask for a guide.
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816

Côtes de l'Orbe AOC

Côtes de l'Orbe AOC
Valeyres-sous-Rances
Located between Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel, the Côtes de l’Orbe AOC is the oldest wine-making region in Switzerland. With its quality terroir, pretty villages and, of course, its wines – mostly red –, the Côtes de l’Orbe is a favourite region for wine tourism holidays.
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650

Romainmôtier Abbey Church

Romainmôtier Abbey Church
Romainmôtier
Nestling in beautiful verdant surroundings, in the region of Nord vaudois, Romainmôtier has one of the oldest Romanesque churches in Switzerland which sets the pace of life in this town. Built on the model of Cluny church, it holds regular services and very popular concerts.
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476

Iron and Railway Museum

Iron and Railway Museum
Vallorbe
Located in Les Grandes Forges, the Vallorbe Iron and Railway Museum, about 30 minutes from Yverdon-les-Bains, tells the story of its industries and their importance for the development of the City of Iron. The sound effects and real-life atmosphere of the forges captivate children and parents alike.
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3597

Pré-Giroud Military Fort

Pré-Giroud Military Fort
Vallorbe
The Pré-Giroud artillery fort in Vallorbe was built and used during the Second World War.
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387

CIMA Museum - closed

CIMA Museum - closed
Sainte-Croix
! The CIMA is closed due to the reunification of the 3 museums until the end of 2023, beginning of 2024 ! In the 19th century, many industries and specialised craftsmen established themselves in Sainte-Croix, the capital of music box. Since December 2020, “know-how in watchmaking and art mechanics” have been listed as intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO.
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797

Tourist Office Yverdon-les-Bains

Tourist Office Yverdon-les-Bains
Yverdon-les-Bains
Information centre and tourist reception.
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423

Musée Baud
L'Auberson
A few kilometres from Sainte-Croix, the music box capital, the village of L’Auberson is a delightful secret. It was here, in the Yverdon region, that the Baud brothers established their collection of automatons. A mechanical wonderland offering guided tours during weekends and every day in the summer.
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795

Tourist Office Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses

Tourist Office Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses
Sainte-Croix
Information centre and tourist reception.
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