VISIT OUR WATCHMAKING MANUFACTURE
Discover the inner workings of a true watchmaking Manufacture, the stages involved in producing an in-house caliber and the various watchmaking skills of our engineers and watchmakers during a guided tour. It is also an opportunity to discover the majestic landscape surrounding our workshops, nestled in the very heart of the cradle of French watchmaking in the Jura mountains: Morteau, a land of mountains, forests, and centuries-old traditions.
By appointment only
Every Friday morning at 9 a.m.
€50 per person
(free for YEMA Privilege members)
Languages: French, English, German
Duration: 3 hours
YEMA MANUFACTURE
1 rue Fontaine l'Épine
25500 Morteau, France
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CRADLE OF FRENCH WATCHMAKING
The know-how of watchmaking mechanics and mechanical art of the Jura Arc is inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Since the 12th century, the Morteau valley has lived to the rhythm of clocks, watches, and timekeepers, perpetuating a unique tradition. Nestled in the peaceful Doubs valley, just steps from Switzerland, Morteau enjoys an exceptional heritage: unspoiled nature, centuries of watchmaking history, local specialties, and authentic terroir. An ideal setting where heritage and art de vivre intertwine, offering a stay rich in discoveries.
City of Watchmakers – Pertusier Castle
This museum in Morteau brings back to life the epic story of the region’s watchmakers and houses priceless collections of watches, clocks, an astronomical timepiece, machines, and tools..
17 rue de la Glapiney, 25500 Morteau, France
L'Ébauche - Watchmaking Museum
Located in Villers-Le-Lac, this museum preserves historic collections and features an exhibition space dedicated to the watchmaking ecosystem (Morteau High School, local companies, and notable figures in the region’s watchmaking industry).
Rue Pierre Bercot, 25130 Villers-le-Lac, France
Saut du Doubs - Listed as a Major National Site
A natural wonder located on the French-Swiss border. Escape and discover this fabulous site with its 27-meter waterfall… to be explored on foot, by carriage, or by boat.
Chem. du Saut du Doubs, 25130 Villers-le-Lac, France