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About Neuchâtel

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent pebbly beaches of Neuchâtel attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Neuchâtel Best beaches

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Plage Hauterive
Plage Hauterive
Plage Hauterive

Plage Hauterive

Hauterive NE 0.5 km
Good
7.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
3.3 Amenities index
Plage d'Auvernier
Plage d'Auvernier
Plage d'Auvernier

Plage d'Auvernier

Auvernier 0.3 km
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
2.2 Amenities index
Piscine du Landeron
Piscine du Landeron
Piscine du Landeron
Good for Relax

Piscine du Landeron

Le Landeron 0.2 km
Good
7.4
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season • Rocks bottom
6.2 Amenities index
Saint-Aubin Plage
Saint-Aubin Plage
Saint-Aubin Plage

Saint-Aubin Plage

Saint-Aubin-Sauges 0.4 km
Good
7.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
4.5 Amenities index
Plage des Jeunes Rives
Plage des Jeunes Rives
Plage des Jeunes Rives

Plage des Jeunes Rives

Neuchatel 0.9 km
Good
7.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Crowded in season • Distant parking
3.8 Amenities index
Plage de Colombier
Plage de Colombier
Plage de Colombier
Good for Relax

Plage de Colombier

Colombier 1 km
Good
7.3
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Distant parking
1.2 Amenities index
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Popular types of Neuchâtel beaches

Fine pebble
Fine pebble
Sand
Sand
Rocks
Rocks
Beaches in small bays
Beaches in small bays
Long beaches
Long beaches
Good for Relax
Good for Relax
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 15 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Neuchâtel.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Neuchâtel

Plage de Chez-le-Bart

Plage de Chez-le-Bart
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom, Short walking distance
Switzerland, Gorgier 0.6 km
Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)

Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Saint-Blaise 0.2 km
Plage de la Pointe du Grain

Plage de la Pointe du Grain
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Switzerland, La Tuiliere 0.7 km
Plage de Saint-Blaise

Plage de Saint-Blaise
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 0.8 km
Plage de Vaumarcus

Plage de Vaumarcus
6.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Vaumarcus 0.6 km
Plage de Monruz

Plage de Monruz
6.1
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 1.3 km
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Pebbly beaches in Neuchâtel

Saint-Aubin Plage

Saint-Aubin Plage
7.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Saint-Aubin-Sauges 0.4 km
Plage des Jeunes Rives

Plage des Jeunes Rives
7.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble
Switzerland, Neuchatel 0.9 km
Plage de Serriere

Plage de Serriere
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Neuchatel 1.3 km
Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)

Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Saint-Blaise 0.2 km
Plage de Saint-Blaise

Plage de Saint-Blaise
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 0.8 km
Plage de Vaumarcus

Plage de Vaumarcus
6.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Vaumarcus 0.6 km
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Beaches with shade in Neuchâtel

Plage Hauterive

Plage Hauterive
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 0.5 km
Plage d'Auvernier

Plage d'Auvernier
7.4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Auvernier 0.3 km
Plage des Jeunes Rives

Plage des Jeunes Rives
7.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble
Switzerland, Neuchatel 0.9 km
Plage de Colombier

Plage de Colombier
7.3
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Switzerland, Colombier 1 km
Plage de Chez-le-Bart

Plage de Chez-le-Bart
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom, Short walking distance
Switzerland, Gorgier 0.6 km
Plage de Serriere

Plage de Serriere
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Neuchatel 1.3 km
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Wild and hidden beaches in Neuchâtel

Plage Hauterive

Plage Hauterive
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 0.5 km
Plage d'Auvernier

Plage d'Auvernier
7.4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Auvernier 0.3 km
Plage de Colombier

Plage de Colombier
7.3
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Switzerland, Colombier 1 km
Plage de Serriere

Plage de Serriere
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Neuchatel 1.3 km
Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)

Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Saint-Blaise 0.2 km
Plage de Vaumarcus

Plage de Vaumarcus
6.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Vaumarcus 0.6 km
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Sup boarding beaches in Neuchâtel

Plage Hauterive

Plage Hauterive
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 0.5 km
Piscine du Landeron

Piscine du Landeron
7.4
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Le Landeron 0.2 km
Plage des Jeunes Rives

Plage des Jeunes Rives
7.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble
Switzerland, Neuchatel 0.9 km
Plage de Colombier

Plage de Colombier
7.3
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Switzerland, Colombier 1 km
Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)

Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Saint-Blaise 0.2 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Neuchâtel, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is pebble of gray color.
  • Since many beaches are pebbly, we recommend taking special shoes with you to avoid discomfort during your vacation.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 14.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Neuchâtel is less than 500 meters. 15 beaches are relatively easy to access.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Neuchâtel however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Neuchâtel's beaches

Plage des Jeunes Rives
10 Xavier L

The beach offers a serene atmosphere with breathtaking views of the lake and mountains.

Plage de la Pointe du Grain
10 Gillz

There is some sand in the water, but only if you know where to go. The water is incredibly clear, and there are vineyards in the background. It feels like being in the Mediterranean, but with freshwater. If you enjoyed my review, please give it a thumbs up!

Plage Hauterive
8 Bram Harper

The lake is easily accessible with a swim island and shore showers for rinsing off. There is also a playground for children and a small Buvette located nearby.

Plage d'Auvernier
10 Brock Anders

This is probably the most stunning and picturesque free beach area in Neuchâtel. The lake water here is crystal clear and free from algae, and the stones are noticeably smaller compared to other beaches along Lake Neuchâtel. The surrounding area resembles a meticulously maintained botanical garden, with plenty of well-kept spaces featuring BBQ grills and trash bins.

Saint-Aubin Plage
2 Lila Montez

We had consumed a few bottles of water and some iced coffee. I requested an additional bottle of water. The waitress brought it over and, without inquiring or inspecting, poured it into one of the unclean glasses on our table. I informed her, "That glass previously contained coffee." However, she disregarded my comment. When she presented the bill, I asked her for a fresh glass and a new bottle of water. She declined my request, suggesting that she would bring me a glass of tap water to replace the one she had poured into the dirty glass. (!) I insisted that she should have provided me with a clean glass regardless. In a rude manner, she uttered something and eventually brought a new bottle and glass.

Plage de Chez-le-Bart
10 Harris William

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Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is July - air temperature during this time warms up to 22.9°C and water up to 18.1°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 3°C and water to 0.4°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Neuchâtel? In total there are 15 beaches and the most popular is Plage Hauterive.

Most viewed beaches of Neuchâtel

Plage d'Auvernier

Plage d'Auvernier
7.4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Auvernier 0.3 km
Plage de la Pointe du Grain

Plage de la Pointe du Grain
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Switzerland, La Tuiliere 0.7 km
Plage Hauterive

Plage Hauterive
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 0.5 km
Plage de Serriere

Plage de Serriere
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Neuchatel 1.3 km
Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)

Plage Est de St-Blaise (plage des kites)
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Switzerland, Saint-Blaise 0.2 km
Plage de Saint-Blaise

Plage de Saint-Blaise
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Switzerland, Hauterive NE 0.8 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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When it comes to finding the best beaches in Neuchâtel, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 15 beaches in total, of which about 0 can be called high-rated.

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