Creux du Van is an impressive natural rock arena in northwestern Switzerland, with a long half circle of sheer cliffs 150m tall.

For an easy outing, you can drive and park just 300m from the cliffs. Then a short walk to the viewpoint and optionally stroll along the cliffs, either on the edge or behind a stone wall for safety.

We suggest this loop:

Easy walk: easy • 1 hour • 4 km • 90m up, 70m down • trail map

For a longer adventure, you can hike up from the valley and earn your view. This is the only option if you come by public transport, starting at the Noiraigue train station.

Longer trail: moderate • 5 hours • 14 km loop • 780m up & down • see trail map.

How to get there

Parking: near Restaurant Le Soliat (46°56’09.8″N 6°42’56.5″E) - 1hr15 from Bern, 2hr15 from Zurich

Public transport: Closest stop: Noiraigue train station, then 4km hike to cliffs. 1hr10 from Bern, 2hr from Zürich