Hôtel DuPeyrou
A palatial 18th-century mansion in Louis XV style, built for DuPeyrou, a close friend of Rousseau. The French garden in front is open to visitors free of charge.
Hôtel DuPeyrou was built between 1764 and 1771 as the residence of Pierre-Alexandre DuPeyrou, a wealthy merchant, close friend of Rousseau, and publisher. It is considered one of the most beautiful Louis XV-style buildings in Switzerland. In front lies a symmetrical French garden with a pond, which can be entered and strolled through for free. The mansion now houses a high-end restaurant, where you can reserve a table to admire the interior decor. It is located on the east side of the old town, next to the Museum of Art and History.
Opening hours
Gardens open by day; restaurant hours vary
Nearby sights
- Museum of Art and History of Neuchâtel
- Lake Neuchâtel Promenade & Boat Cruise
- Neuchâtel Old Town
- Neuchâtel Castle & Collegiate Church
- Ethnography Museum of Neuchâtel
- Valangin Castle
- Laténium
- Chaumont