Between cultural and sporting events, tourist sites that open, landscapes that take on new colors and alpine chalets that announce the return of fine weather: live spring to the full in Northern Vaud!
Easter weekend is traditionally a busy time in the Iron City. The Musée du Fer et du Chemin de Fer organizes the annual Festival des Couteliers. From Saturday to Monday (April 19-21), the Anciennes Forges district comes to life, allowing the public to discover the unique know-how of cutlery. With a variety of demonstrations, presentations, workshops and a craft market, this event is packed with discoveries. There’s also a small refreshment stand on site.
Finally, after your visit to the Festival des Couteliers, a visit to the Grottes de Vallorbe, a unique and emblematic site in the region, is a must. You’ll find a fascinating spectacle of stalagmites, columns and stalactites.
Discover exceptional sites this spring in Northern Vaud. Among the region’s highlights, the village of Romainmôtier and its abbey church are a must-see once in a lifetime. Right in the heart of the Vallon du Nozon, this village has been voted one of the most beautiful in Switzerland.
In the Vallon du Nozon
During the Pentecost weekend (June 7-8), the Canton of Vaud is giving pride of place to its local players. For two days, winegrowers and winemakers open their doors to the public in a warm and friendly atmosphere. It’s the ideal opportunity to discover the small regional wineries, both in the Côtes de l’Orbe and Bonvillars regions.
During the weekend, shuttles depart from the Tourist Office in Yverdon-les-Bains and run between the various wineries. With your Caves Ouvertes Pass, you can take the shuttle and public transport free of charge in the Canton, in addition to access to participating wineries.
A real gourmet adventure to discover the terroir of the Nord-Vaud region awaits you this weekend!
Sport is an integral part of everyday life in Northern Vaud. What if your adventure in the region was above all a sporting one?
With two trails in May, the Jura Swiss Trail (May 3) and the Trail de la Dent de Vaulion (May 17), the region unveils its exceptional natural landscapes. Right in the heart of the Jura mountain range, the Nord Vaudois region boasts vast spruce forests and flower-filled pastures typical of the Jura, offering a true interlude when walking or doing sport. During the Jura Swiss Trail, various peaks in the region will be revealed: Le Suchet, les Aiguilles de Baulmes, Le Cochet and Le Chasseron, the region’s highest peak.
On June 13 & 14, Sainte-Croix turns into a village of Spartans to welcome the SPARTAN RACE. An international event, this obstacle course invites participants to surpass their limits and experience an exceptional moment on the Balcon du Jura.
Finally, the colors of spring, between the green of the leaves and the yellow of the blossoming rapeseed fields, invite you to discover nature on a hike or bike ride. What’s more, for epicureans, the alpine chalets open gradually from mid-April to add a gourmet touch to your outing.
Hotels, campsites, BNB or vacation apartments
Agence ADNV / Office du tourisme du Nord vaudois
Avenue de la Gare 2
1400 Yverdon-les-Bains
T +41 24 423 03 13
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