Follow the tracks of the most famous watchmakers of the Valley of St-Imier and also of the small anonymous hands which worked, and still do, at the manufacturing of these watch-making treasures.
As early as 1800, the agricultural village of Saint-Imier took on the dimensions of a true watchmaking hub. This itinerary enables the visitor to follow the steps of the great names of watchmaking in the Vallon de Saint-Imier, but also of the anonymous little hands that have worked and still work to make these watches. From a famous engraver at the court of Louis XVI to the thousands of craftsmen who have worked in the region since the rise of watchmaking, the visitor discovers in Saint-Imier those who have built the industrial history of the region.
Good to know
Good to know
- Documentation “Saint-Imier on foot” brochure
- Guided tours of St-Imier for groups (in French and German)
On site
On site
- Accessibility
- Pets allowed
- Accessible by public transport
- Suitable for families
- Activities
- On-site catering
- Playground
- Services
- Suitable for groups
- Picnic area available
- Shop
- WC
Links & PDFs
Links & PDFs
Contact
Contact
- Main contact
- Grand Chasseral Tourisme Rue Pierre-Pertuis 1 2605 Sonceboz-Sombeval +41 32 494 53 43 info@gctourisme.ch
Watch making history trail