Villa Fallet, La Chaux-de-Fonds

Name: Villa Fallet
Address: La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland

#5 among attractions in La Chaux-de-Fonds

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Villa Fallet is a traditional chalet located in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland designed and built by the eighteen-year-old Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, who later became better known as Le Corbusier. Jeanneret was teaching himself architecture by going to the library to read about architecture and philosophy, by visiting museums, by sketching buildings, and by constructing them. In 1905, he and two other students, under the supervision of their teacher, René Chapallaz, designed and built his first house, the Villa Fallet, for the engraver Louis Fallet, a friend of another of his teachers, Charles l'Eplattenier. The house is in the Style Sapin, the Swiss variant of Art Nouveau. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1904 (120 years ago)Coordinates: 47°6'18"N, 6°49'0"E

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Villa Fallet – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Maison Blanche, Synagogue of La Chaux-de-Fonds, International Museum of Horology, History museum.

~480 ftNW
Museum, Architecture, History museum
La Maison Blanche, La Chaux-de-Fonds
3 min walk • La Maison Blanche, nestled in the watchmaking city of La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, is not only a testament to architectural elegance but also a cultural beacon that illuminates the rich heritage of the region. As a museum, it stands as a tribute to the early...
0.5 miSE
Synagogue
Synagogue of La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Chaux-de-Fonds
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the Synagogue of La Chaux-de-Fonds stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of this UNESCO-listed city. Dedicated in 1896, this historic synagogue serves as a beacon of Jewish heritage and tradition in...
0.7 miSE
Museum, Science museum
International Museum of Horology, La Chaux-de-Fonds
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the International Museum of Horology stands as a testament to the intricate art and science of timekeeping. This museum, often abbreviated as MIH, is a beacon for horologists and enthusiasts of fine craftsmanship...
0.7 miSE
47°6'3"N • 6°49'50"E
History museum, La Chaux-de-Fonds
19 min walk • Museum, Children's museum, History museum
0.6 miS
47°5'49"N • 6°49'14"E
Civilisations of Islam museum, La Chaux-de-Fonds
16 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
0.7 miE
47°6'5"N • 6°49'48"E
Watchmaking Town Planning Exhibtion, La Chaux-de-Fonds
18 min walk • Museum
0.6 miE
47°6'7"N • 6°49'44"E
L'heure bleue, La Chaux-de-Fonds
16 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
0.9 miS
47°5'30"N • 6°48'54"E
Quartier General, La Chaux-de-Fonds
24 min walk • Museum, Art museum
0.8 miE
Church
Grand Temple, La Chaux-de-Fonds
20 min walk • The tower clock from the Grand Temple in La Chaux-de-Fonds was built in 1860 by Armand Collin on the order of the city with the financial support of the local watch testing center and installed as a standard clock in the tower of the Reformed...
~1900 ftS
Museum
Villa Schwob, La Chaux-de-Fonds
10 min walk • Villa Schwob also Villa Turque is a house located in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland designed by noted architect Le Corbusier. It was commissioned in 1912 by the watchmaker Anatole Schwob, and completed in 1916.
0.5 miE
47°6'15"N • 6°49'35"E
Bibliothèque de la ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Chaux-de-Fonds
12 min walk • Library

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Villa Fallet?

Nearby attractions include La Maison Blanche, La Chaux-de-Fonds (3 min walk), Villa Schwob, La Chaux-de-Fonds (10 min walk), Bibliothèque de la ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Chaux-de-Fonds (12 min walk), Synagogue of La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Chaux-de-Fonds (12 min walk).

How to get to Villa Fallet by public transport?

The nearest stations to Villa Fallet:

Bus

Gare • Lines: 371 (15 min walk)
Grande Fontaine • Lines: 371 (18 min walk)