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La Nouvelle Plage
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La Nouvelle Plage
La Nouvelle Plage stretches along the southern shore of Lake Neuchâtel in western Switzerland, about 7 kilometers from Neuchâtel. This section of the lakeside benefits from a southwest exposure, making it a favored spot on sunny days. The lake, fed by the Areuse and the Aar rivers, offers generally calm waters, framed by the wooded slopes of the Jura to the north and the agricultural lands of the Swiss plateau to the south. The shoreline here is distinguished by its less urbanized character compared to nearby beaches: 6.8 kilometers to the east are the Place des Pêcheurs and the Plage de Saint-Aubin, which are more frequented and equipped, while access to La Nouvelle Plage remains more discreet and less structured. The shore features a typical configuration of Neuchâtel lakeside beaches, with a substrate that mixes sand and pebbles depending on seasonal variations in water levels. The overall ambiance remains that of a regional relaxation space rather than a tourist spot, where local visitors come to swim during the summer months. The slope leading into the water is gradual, allowing for easy entry. No permanent facilities are reported: there are no restrooms, showers, or on-site dining services. Swimming occurs without official supervision, and access is not adapted for people with reduced mobility. The site does not have Blue Flag status. The policy regarding pets is not documented. For visitors coming from Neuchâtel, access is via local roads along the lake; informal parking is possible nearby. The swimming season extends from June to September, when water temperatures reach acceptable levels for swimming.
About this spot
The name "Nouvelle Plage" likely reflects a relatively recent development or designation of the site, distinguishing this portion of the shore from the older and more established beaches of Lake Neuchâtel. The lake itself, formed by the retreat of glacial ice during the Quaternary period, is the largest body of water entirely within Switzerland and holds significant historical importance for the region: its shores have hosted human settlements since the Neolithic era, as evidenced by regular archaeological finds. In the 19th century, the lowering of the lake level due to water management works in the Jura permanently altered the morphology of the shores and created new accessible areas. La Nouvelle Plage embodies this constantly evolving lakeside geography, where each winter storm slightly reshapes the shoreline and where locals continue to frequent these spaces with a quiet familiarity, away from standardized tourist circuits.
Updated 5/9/2026
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