- Cities: Neuchâtel, Yverdon-les-Bains, Estavey-le-Lac, Granson
- Average depth: 64 m
- Area: 218.3 km²
- Height above sea level: 429 m
In the western part of Switzerland , the Jura Mountains are located, among which the Neuchatel Lake is hidden, the waters of which are of a dark blue color. The lake is the third largest in the country, its area is 218.3 square kilometers, the depth in some places reaches 152 meters.
Natural features of the lake
The coast of Neuchatel Lake is famous for its magnificent nature. In its different parts you will see impenetrable thickets of reeds and swamps, age-old forests and sandy beaches, flowering meadows, dotted with motley grass and fragrant flowers.
The southern shore of Lake Neuchatel is decorated with the largest reserve of Switzerland - "Grand Karisay". Here lives a lot of rare and endangered animals of the country, a large number of plants grow. The opposite northern shore of the lake is densely populated. In this part of the Neuchatel Lake vineyards are broken, farmhouses are organized, luxury villas and rest houses are built.
Tourism and rest
The shores of the lake are dotted with small villages, in which tourists like to be. To plan a trip is better for summer time, when you can enjoy a lot of beautiful nature and see many interesting things from the life of the villagers. You can get to the villages by boats that run along the water surface of the lake. The trip will be pleasant and comfortable, as guides work on boats, there are cozy restaurants where national cuisine is served .
Fans of outdoor activities will find classes to their liking. The territory adjacent to the Neuchatel Lake is equipped with bicycle paths, it is possible to go camping on specially organized tourist routes. In addition, it is possible to hire boats and boats for self-inspection of the lake and its surroundings.
Attractions near Neuchatel Lake
- Not far from the lake is the medieval town of Neuchâtel , which is worth a visit to enjoy the atmosphere of relaxation. The city has many cafes, restaurants, shops, theaters, museums. Neuchâtel annually becomes the venue for the festival of Swiss wines and a flower parade.
- In the western part of the lake is built the city of Yverdon-les-Bains, a wonderful thermal resort . On its territory, magnesium and sulfur thermal springs are being beaten, which help in the treatment of serious diseases of the musculoskeletal system and the human respiratory tract. Also in Yverdon-les-Bains there are many historical and architectural monuments, beautiful market areas, gardens and parks.
- The south-eastern coast of Neuchatel Lake is known by the city of Estavey, where medieval castles are preserved. And there are many beautiful beaches, well-organized recreation and water sports.
How to get there?
Getting to Neuchatel Lake is most convenient by train. The railway is laid along the whole coast of the lake, over 10 trains from different cities pass through it daily.
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