Valangin Castle
Château de Valangin
A 12th-century medieval castle, now a museum displaying traditional Neuchâtel costumes, lace and furniture.
Château de Valangin sits at the mouth of the Seyon Gorge, about 4 km north of Neuchâtel. Built in the 12th century as the seat of the lords of Valangin, it preserves its curtain walls, keep and dungeon. Today it is a museum showing furniture and weapons from the 16th to 19th centuries, along with traditional Neuchâtel handmade bobbin lace. Live lace-making demonstrations are held on public holidays. The village itself retains its medieval streets and town gates. Opening hours are limited, and the castle is closed in winter. It can be combined with Chaumont or the La Chaux-de-Fonds route.
Opening hours
Mar–Oct, Wed–Sun 11:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Ethnography Museum of Neuchâtel
- Neuchâtel Castle & Collegiate Church
- Neuchâtel Old Town
- Museum of Art and History of Neuchâtel
- Hôtel DuPeyrou
- Lake Neuchâtel Promenade & Boat Cruise
- Chaumont
- Laténium