The Neuchâtel Botanical Garden is a vast enclosure showcasing a variety of vegetation from local and far-flung regions. It comprises an undulating topography of sprawling fields, forests and plants. Trek up and down these verdant hills to encounter the greenhouses containing tropical vegetation.
Open the charming gate and follow the path at the entrance of these picturesque gardens. Enjoy the array of colors and scents as you explore this floral realm. The park has a great range of vegetation, from varieties found on Alpine slopes to Mediterranean species and carnivorous plants.
Taste a mini kiwi and inspect the ingredients on display in the aromatic herb garden. Relax with a picnic by the side of a pond, where you can spot frogs and salamanders, among other creatures. The garden is an ideal place for kids to play games and enjoy the great outdoors.
Bring a camera to capture the natural scenery and snap photos of the panoramic view of the town and lake with the Alps in the background. Follow trails that meander through the woods and listen to the birdcalls and other sounds of nature. Streams, water features and glass houses are dotted around this pleasant park. From a safe distance, inspect the interesting beehives hanging from trees.
Browse the displays in the temporary exhibits on scientific and artistic themes. Walk through the picturesque Ermitage Valley in the foothills of the Jura Mountains.
Visit these gardens for free and request a guided tour for a more comprehensive overview of its plants. The gardens open daily from morning until evening, with earlier closing times in winter.
The Neuchâtel Botanical Garden is in a large urban park in the hillside above Neuchâtel. To get here, walk north a short distance from the city’s railway station, ride the funicular leaving the town center or take a bus. Visit nearby attractions, such as the Centre Dürrenmatt Neuchâtel museum, the Château de Neuchâtel and the Centre d’Art Neuchâtel.
