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Espace Mittelland
Neuchâtel

Gorge of Poëta-Raisse

Hard

4.6

(5)

48

hikers

Gorge of Poëta-Raisse

06:08

19.8km

700m

Hiking

The fact that the term absinthe conjures up associations ranging from 19th-century France to the Belle Epoque illustrations of Alfons Mucha doesn't change one irrefutable fact: the drink of the Green Fairy originates from the Val de Travers in Switzerland. And this hike takes you into the mystical green of…

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Last updated: April 15, 2025

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Train Station

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1.19 km

Starting point of the Poëta-Raisse gorge

Highlight • Waterfall

Just a few hundred meters from the edge of the village is the entrance (or, coming from the other direction, the exit) of the Poëta Raisse Gorge. It can be visited and hiked free of charge.

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3.58 km

Gorges de la Poeta Raisse

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If you're looking for an exciting hike in the heart of the mysterious absinthe country, you should visit the Gorges de la Poeta-Raisse, near Môtiers. There you'll discover the stunning …

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4.08 km

Forest Cabin Shelter

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You'll find shelter here in case of bad weather – but it's so secluded that it's also a great place for a relaxing break when the weather's nice.

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9.53 km

Restaurant Les Preisettes

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The Chalet d'Alpage in Les Preisettes is situated on the expansive Chasseron plateau, between the Val-de-Travers and Lake Neuchâtel.

Overlooking the green meadows, you can enjoy fine Swiss cuisine in a rustic atmosphere.

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19.8 km

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Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

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6.66 km

6.41 km

3.56 km

3.21 km

Surfaces

9.36 km

3.69 km

2.99 km

2.60 km

1.12 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,420 m)

Lowest point (730 m)

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March 14, 2025

The fact that the term absinthe conjures up associations ranging from 19th-century France to the Belle Epoque illustrations of Alfons Mucha doesn't change one irrefutable fact: the drink of the Green Fairy originates from the Val de Travers in Switzerland. And this hike takes you into the mystical green

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