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Things to see in Vallorbe (Switzerland): 50 places and when to go
Vallorbe is a town in Switzerland, and this site lists 50 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (17), Mountains (11), History (10). The best known are Cromlech de La Praz, Mont Tendre and Dent de Vaulion. The best time to come is December to February, May to October; also possible: March to April, November. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Switzerland · 46.6982, 6.3566
- Places
- 50 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (17) · Mountains (11) · History (10) · Nature (8) · Museums and art (5) · Wildlife (4)
- Best time
- December to February, May to October.
- Also possible
- March to April, November.
- Nearest airport
- GVA Geneva, 55 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mont Tendre, at 1,679 m.
What to see in Vallorbe
The places in and around Vallorbe, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Cromlech de La PrazMonument7.2 km
- Mont TendreSummit12 km
- Dent de VaulionSummit1.6 km
- Abbatiale de RomainmôtierTemples8.0 km
- MormontSummit15 km
- Château de La SarrazMuseum13 km
- JuraparcWith kids · Wildlife1.3 km
- Château d'OrbeCastle14 km
- Château de l'IsleCastle9.7 km
- Châtel d'ArrufensArchaeological site9.0 km
- Fort de Pré GiroudMuseum4.3 km
- Le Day ViaductBridge4.0 km
- Le SuchetSummit12 km
- Abri FreymondArchaeological site6.1 km
- Château de PampignyCastle14 km
- Château des CléesCastle8.9 km
- Église réformée Notre-DameTemples14 km
- Fondation Jan Michalski pour l’écriture et la littératureMuseum10 km
- Château d'EclépensCastle14 km
- Entonnoir, La Cave à MetsireCave3.1 km
- Fours de FerreyresArchaeological site9.8 km
- MétabiefSki resort5.7 km
- Musée du ChevalMuseum13 km
- Musée du fer et du chemin de ferMuseum2.4 km
And the other 26, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Bois de Chênes, Echilly, Combe du Bec à l'Aigle, Grotte de Vallorbe
- Food and drink: Brasserie des ComBière, Distillerie La Roja, La Talentueuse
- Mountains: Cabane CAS du Mont d'Or, Cabane d'Orny dent de vaulion, Cabane de la gym C.A.S., Cabane du Cunay, Cabane du Ski Club de Vallorbe, Refuge des Bûcherons, Refuge du Chauderon
- With kids: Centre Emys
- Snow: Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez, Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs
- Hiking: La Five à Mayor, Refuge de Plan Saint-Jean, Refuge du Béboux, Refuge du heameau de La Coudre, Refuge Les Ermitages, Via Cluny Etape 8, Via Cluny France, Via Cluny Le grand itinéraire, Via Francigena - 02 part France, Via Francigena - Historical variant
When to go to Vallorbe
The best time to visit Vallorbe is December to February, May to October; also possible: March to April, November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time8:45
- FebBest time10:04
- MarPossible11:36
- AprPossible13:21
- MayBest time14:49
- JunBest time15:38
- JulBest time15:18
- AugBest time14:01
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:37
- NovPossible9:07
- DecBest time8:22
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22. In May, 47 of the 50 places are at their best.
When to go to Switzerland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Vallorbe
The nearest main airport is Geneva International Airport (GVA, Geneva), 55 km as the crow flies. How to get around Switzerland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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- Lausana164 places29 km
- Cheyres38 places35 km
- Nyon43 places37 km
- Neuchâtel90 places55 km
- Ginebra122 places57 km
And all of Switzerland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Vallorbe?
The best known: Cromlech de La Praz, Mont Tendre, Dent de Vaulion, Abbatiale de Romainmôtier, Mormont. In all, 50 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Vallorbe?
December to February, May to October; also possible: March to April, November. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22.
How do you get to Vallorbe?
The nearest main airport is Geneva International Airport (GVA), 55 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Vallorbe as the destination and these 50 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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