What's Happening in our Region
There is plenty going on in the Neuchâtel mountains - culture, sports and nature can be enjoyed at equal levels.
Information on cultural life as well as scenic beauty to be discovered can be found, among others at the site of tourist information jura-3lacs at Culturoscope, Parc Evologia, Parc du Doubs, Salle de Musique, Club 44, Exomusée, MBAL, and many more.
Construction of a City Bypass 2021 - 2028
In the western and the eastern ends of Le Locle, the construction works for the tunnel bypassing the town (federal project A20) have started 4 years ago and will be terminated in 4 to 6 years. The two construction sights allow to view dramatic changes of the surroundings and are fascinating to follow.
Why not plan your own workshop to be held in the Guesthouse?
Organizers meet special conditions during winter time. Get in contact with us here.
The big house offers an ideal space for hosting workshops, family gatherings or small events (max. 50 people), which can be organized by us or our guests.
Please let us know about your ideas and plans !
Events to come at Guesthouse Le Locle
Workshop: Cooking with Herbs and Plants – tour, botany session, cooking and dinner –
with the Ethnobotanist Lucie Saint-Voirin (www.nascaya.com)
on June 28, July 12, and August 30
between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Price: CHF 100 for one session
We will provide translations from French upon request.
New Life in our BISTRO
On August 2 and 16, we offer an evening introduction to Le Locle and the surrounding region, accompanied by a generous apéro riche prepared by Otelo – a real chef! On July 27 and August 10, we’re hosting a Sunday brunch, once again with Otelo. Both the apéro and the brunch are available by reservation only."
In the REGION
- La Plage des Six Pompes, from August 5–10, is a wonderful street performance theater festival in La Chaux-de-Fonds.
- Les Jardins Musicaux offers a variety of musical events in the region.
Local TRADITION
On demand we show you how to prepare the traditional Torré, a local sausage, wrapped and steamed in the ashes of a shepherd's fire (only for groups).
OUTLOOK
From October onwards, we will continue the Biodanza afternoons with body therapist Elise Ghiringhelli. Guests are welcome to join and learn more about this wonderful method for enhanced perception. (We can provide translations from French if needed.)
Our Special Winteroffer: Retreats, Workaways, Pause
from November to Mid-March (excluding December 19 to January 5)
7 nights for CHF 530 – 730 for one person, including a tourist card.
For each additional person in the same studio or apartment: + CHF 100.
Enjoy the fog-free days in our mountains.
Whether for relaxation or work, our studios and suites are spacious, with beautiful bathrooms and various cooking options.
Common areas include the bistro, a library, and a shared kitchen.
We are happy to share our knowledge about wellness offerings, cultural events, and excursions.
On March 1, the traditional hike from Le Locle to Château de Neuchâtel will take place, commemorating the 1848 Revolution.
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Recent Workshops
19-23 November 2024: In and Out of Time: Stories & Music
5 magical days of music, workshops, storytelling, great food and so much more! www.merfolkstorytelling.com
23-25 February 2024: Psychedelic Revival
Legalization of psychedelic substances in Switzerland? Information and discussion with experts; Session with an expert on the perception-expanding method 'Biodanza'. Drumming according to Celtic tradition with the shaman Jean-Mary and Christiane Grezet, in their old house in Taillères.
2-4 February 2024: Biodiversity in Le Locle: How do we recognize and promote it?
Public panel event on biodiversity at the Hôtel de Ville, Le Locle. Excursion to the Joux-Pélichet plenter forest. Presentation of the cooperative gardens and Pro Natura projects in Le Locle. Conference by the biologist Regula Benz. Visit to the nature reserve La Rançonnière, Le Locle - Les Brenets
29 December 2023: La Lupa canta "sogni d'acqua" A house concert for guests and friends
"Just as the water flows, we flow in this stream we call life, with our stories, dramas, joys. Our life: flowing dreams, unstoppable. What remains for us? To tell about them with a laughing and a crying eye." (Quote from La Lupa)
17 - 19 November 2023: Regional Geology at the Beginning of the Anthropocene (f/d)
Public panel discussion iwth experts at townhall of Le Locle about the drying out of the lac des Brenets, main touristic sight of the region. Excursion to the asphalt mines in Travers. Discussion with Prof. Helmut Weissert about the concept of the Anthropocene.
10 - 12 November 2023: Storytelling Weekend
After a week-long artist residency at the Guesthouse, the weekend of 10-11 November is all about storytelling, and in keeping with the theme of the exhibition at the Musée des Beaux Arts (www.mbal.ch), "Animal Instinct". For more information and registration: sophie.mauch@praesent.studio
3 - 5 November 2023: Dream Journeys Part I with Biodanza and Shamanic Drumming (d).
Friday 5pm Welcome apero: Information about the latest from the Swiss psychedelic scene with Claude (psychonaut) and Regula (former psychotherapist). Exchange and experiences. Dinner together.
Saturday (d/f) 1 pm : Biodanza (with the mind-body therapist Elise Ghiringhelli).
Evening : Shamanic drumming with Jean-Mary, Lac de Taillères. Soup
Sunday : brunch and conclusion.
We look forward to receiving your reservation at info@guesthouse-lelocle.ch
13 - 15 October 2023: "The Joy of Writing" - Workshop with Elisabeth Moser
"Time" is the theme of the writing workshop from 13 to 15 October 2023 at the charming Guesthouse Le Locle, last places are still available. More info at www.textexpress.ch
4 February 2023: Bilingual reading with Urs Mannhart, from his book "Lentille. From the life of a cow." Details here (Fr/Ge)
28 January 2023: Hydroponics Workshop – Do It Yourself, how to start your indoor garden today. Details here (Fr/En/Ge)
24 - 27 January 2023: Special Watchmaking-Week
Le Locle and its history are embedded in the theme of watchmaking and time. The Guesthouse is interested in facilitating and promoting behind-the-scenes access.
13 - 15 January 2023 : Dreaming with and without substances, for details see flyer (de/fr)
9 - 11 December 2022: Anarchism in the Jura
Public screening of the film "Unrue" by Cyril Schäublin followed by a discussion with the moviedirector. Excursion to "anarchist sites" in Le Locle. Talk by the historian Florian Eitel on the Anarchism of the watchmakers
2 - 4 December 2022: Zen Days, with visit to the monastery of Bétod (closeby)
25 - 27 November 2022: Growing & Flowing - in and around Le Locle
We will investigate the importance of water, its presence and absence in the region. Water as starring in the exhibition of Edward Burtynsky at the nearby museum MBAL.ch. Hydroponic gardening and farming techniques by Antonio Scarponi.
Past workshops
5. - 7. November "Uhren und Jugendstil"-jüdisches Leben in Le Locle und La Chaux-de-Fonds
- Philosophy week on the subject of „time“
- Geological excursion and conference on the evolution of the Jura chalk mountains by geologist Urs Eichenberger from ISSKA
- Workshop to restore old wooden furniture by the renown carpenter specialist Urs Lareida
- Workshop on upholstering by Pablo, a professional upholsterer
- Workshop repairing old lamps and making new from old lamps by Xavier
- Excursion on the alp pastures to find eatable plants, flowers and herbs (guided tour)
and more
