Saut du Doubs, Natural waterfall in Neuchâtel, Switzerland
The Saut du Doubs is a natural waterfall at the border between Switzerland and France along the Doubs River, where water plunges about 27 meters into a deep gorge. The rocky canyon walls frame the cascade and shape the landscape on both sides of the river.
The waterfall formed thousands of years ago through geological processes that shaped the river and carved out this rocky chasm. Over time, this location became a natural feature that separates the two countries.
The region displays French and Swiss influences through local restaurants and the way visitors use boat rides to experience the river. People gather at the shoreline to watch the water that marks the border between two countries.
You can reach the waterfall through hiking trails or by boat service with local operators. The best time to visit is during fair weather, when the paths are safe and views across the river are clear.
The water forms a deep pool above the waterfall that extends for hundreds of meters and provides space for boats to navigate. This water collection creates a calm area before the turbulence of the fall.
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