Contreforts du Jura

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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Baulmes Church

Baulmes

Part of the European network of Cluniac monastic sites, the church was first mentioned in 1228 under the name “St. Pierre”. Converted time and again, its history is uncertain; only the age of the bells is substantiated, as they are dated. To visit, please contact the town hall.

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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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The Esplanade of the Castle and Round Tower

Orbe

The esplanade of the castle is a place of recreation, much-loved by local inhabitants for its panorama of the Jura and the Alps, its playground and its numerous benches. The Round Tower dates from 1233 and open to the public, offers breathtaking views of the rooftops and Mont Blanc.

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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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