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Underground Mills of Col-des-Roches

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Underground Mills of Col-des-Roches

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Location: Locle, Le Locle, Neuchâtel, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

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1. Les Roches Voumard — loop from Le Locle

6.46km

01:53

170m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Hiking loop from Le Locle, Centre ville

5.27km

01:22

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Paul

September 12, 2022

Moulins souterrains - mills of the Col-des-Roches

« There is a small house right under the rock, oh I can see it clearly! Whitewashed, with blue painted window frames... We climb down the stairs to the cellar. There are sacks and boxes of flour here. You can hear a wonderful roaring sound under the floor; Down a few more steps and we have to light the lamp because it is dark here. We are now in a large water mill. Deep underground a river roars; above, no one dreams of the same thing. Oh, you will love this mill as I love it! »

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Paul

September 12, 2022

MOULINS SOUTERRAINS DU COL-DES-ROCHES

In the 17th century, the millers of Le Locle converted the cave to take maximum advantage of the underground waterfall and installed five water wheels that powered grain mills, threshing machines and saws. As a veritable factory in a rock grotto, the facility is an impressive testimony to human courage and inventiveness.

As you climb down, you can admire the restored and newly furnished grain mill, which is powered by water power.

To complement this adventurous journey into the interior of the earth, a visit to the museum, which shows the regional history, is recommended.

This museum welcomes you in the following languages: D/F/I/E

Opening year 1987

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Paul_C

January 3, 2024

The Col-des-Roches Underground Mills are a set of mills and underground tunnels built in the 17th century to harness the power of an underground river. You can learn the history and mechanics of this ingenious system through an audio guide or guided tour, and marvel at the sight of the waterwheels and sawmill in action. The temperature inside the caves is constantly 7°C, so don't forget to bring a warm jacket. You can also visit the museum which presents the role and function of mills and hydraulics in the region. The underground mills of Col-des-Roches are a fascinating example of the ingenuity and creativity of man in harmony with nature.

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Location: Locle, Le Locle, Neuchâtel, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

Underground Mills of Col-des-Roches

1. Les Roches Voumard — loop from Le Locle

2. Hiking loop from Le Locle, Centre ville

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