La Chaux-de-Fonds / Le Locle, Watchmaking Town Planning

The towns of La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle feature a grid pattern layout with wide streets designed to accommodate watchmaking workshops and residential buildings.

After fires destroyed parts of both towns in the early 1800s, urban planners created a structured layout that integrated industrial spaces with living quarters.

The International Watch Museum in La Chaux-de-Fonds presents an extensive collection of timepieces that demonstrate the evolution of Swiss watchmaking through generations.

Regular train services connect these watchmaking centers to major Swiss cities, with guided tours available for visitors to explore the industrial heritage.

The buildings combine residential spaces with watchmaking workshops on ground floors, maximizing natural light through large windows for precise craftwork.

Location: Montagnes region

GPS coordinates: 47.08000,6.78000

Latest update: March 10, 2025 21:20