Skiing in Vue des Alpes, Swiss Alps

Vue des Alpes is a high mountain pass in the Jura Mountains, located in the Canton of Neuchâtel in the Swiss Alps. At an altitude of 1 283 meters, it connects la Chaux-de-Fonds and Neuchâtel.

The name of this particular location already discloses many of its features, indeed the gentle hills around Vue des Alpes afford breathtaking vistas in all directions. No wonder that all the parking spaces are occupied on this pass. You will enjoy superb views of the Alps and Jura Mountains, considered as an important natural heritage of Switzerland.

Swiss Alps via Flickr
View over the Swiss Alps

How to Get There

You can travel to Vue des Alpes by bus. Buses depart from la Chaux-de-Fonds and travel directly there, but remember to pay attention to the bus timetable. The nearest airport is in Bern.

Activities in Vue des Alpes

Ski enthusiast or mountain bike lover? Vue des Alpes won’t disappoint! The main two activities that this Alpine location offers are fabulous mountain bike trails which cover a distance of 7.3 km. This is considered a biker’s paradise off the major roads.

The main ski resort in Vue des Alpes, called Vue des Alpes–Tête de Ran, will certainly be relished by all skiing enthusiasts. This resort is suited to all skiers of any level. Indeed it is a medium-sized resort with 8 ski lifts, but it only has 192 meters of vertical descent. Moreover, there are 7 kilometers of slopes waiting to be explored.

But if you also love other types of skiing, Vue des Alpes boasts 52 kilometers of cross-country ski trails. Children and all other sledging lovers will have a good time on the 700-meter-long roller-sledge run which operates all the year round. Due to these activities, Vue des Alpes is considered as a very popular winter and summer leisure destination.

Swiss Alps nature
Swiss Alps nature via Flickr

Vue des Alpes: nearby places of interest

Vue des Alpes is located in a strategic position, near the magnificent Neuchâtel Canton. During your vacation in the ski resort, spend a day or two visiting the beautiful towns of La Choux- de- Fonds and Le Locle, situated close to each other in the peaceful environment of the Swiss Jura mountains. Well-known throughout the world for their watchmaking, these locales present outstanding examples of the traditional manufacturing production, which is well preserved and still thriving. Moreover in 2009, these towns were inscribed in the Unesco World Heritage List. This is a good opportunity to see one of Unesco’s marvels.

Neuchâtel
Neuchâtel city via Flickr

Finding Accommodation in Vue des Alpes

Vue des Alpes offers various types of accommodation for rent, in serene and unspoilt surroundings. Discover all the cozy cottages, wooden chalets and the ski apartments located at the foot of the ski slopes! Find your holiday rental and enjoy your vacation in this little Alpine paradise. Book your accommodation in Vue des Alpes.

Neuchâtel Place des Halles, GK Sens - Yonne via Flickr CC BY-ND 2.0
Neuchâtel Place des Halles, GK Sens - Yonne via Flickr CC BY-ND 2.0