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Water Wheels of the Vallorbe Iron Museum

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Water Wheels of the Vallorbe Iron Museum

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    1. Le Day Viaduct – Path Along the Orbe River loop from Vallorbe

    20.2km

    05:36

    360m

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    August 18, 2024

    For centuries, the water of the Orbe powered the paddle wheels that turned the many forges of Vallorbe. There are 6 in operation today. The museum bears witness to this rich iron industry in the region. If you want to put yourself in the shoes of the craftsman who fashioned nails, horseshoes, knives and multiple tools, you can do so at the museum, where a dozen blacksmiths take turns every day to introduce visitors.

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      Seems like an interesting museum. I'll definitely have to plan a visit the next time I'm in the area.

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        Location: Vallorbe, Jura-Nord vaudois, Vaud, Switzerland

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