Gorges de l'Areuse
A deep gorge carved by the Areuse River, with trails crossing stone bridges, tunnels and waterfalls. Paired with Val-de-Travers, it makes a classic one-day hike.
The Gorges de l'Areuse lie between Noiraigue and Boudry. The river has cut a deep valley through limestone. The riverside trail passes old stone arch bridges, tunnels cut through the rock, wooden walkways and several waterfalls, all shaded and cool. You can walk downstream from Noiraigue to Champ-du-Moulin (about 1.5 hours) and continue to Boudry (about 3 to 4 hours in total). Train stations along the way make it easy to leave early. The gorge is often combined with Val-de-Travers: climb in the morning and descend into the gorge in the afternoon. Entry is free. In winter, some sections may close because of falling rocks.
Opening hours
Open all day (some sections closed in winter)
Nearby sights
- Valangin Castle
- Ethnography Museum of Neuchâtel
- Neuchâtel Castle & Collegiate Church
- Neuchâtel Old Town
- Lake Neuchâtel Promenade & Boat Cruise
- Creux du Van
- Museum of Art and History of Neuchâtel
- Hôtel DuPeyrou