Villa Schwob, La Chaux-de-Fonds

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

#11 among attractions in La Chaux-de-Fonds

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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. In 1986, this early masterpiece of Le Corbusier has been acquired by the group Ebel for its 75th anniversary to serve both as a reminder of its core values and as an inexhaustible source of inspiration for the brand. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1912 (112 years ago)Architectural style: ModernCoordinates: 47°5'60"N, 6°49'1"E

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Villa Schwob – 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.

0.4 miN
Museum, Architecture, History museum
La Maison Blanche, La Chaux-de-Fonds
12 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...
~1840 ftE
Synagogue
Synagogue of La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Chaux-de-Fonds
9 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 miE
Museum, Science museum
International Museum of Horology, La Chaux-de-Fonds
17 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...
0.6 miE
47°6'3"N • 6°49'50"E
History museum, La Chaux-de-Fonds
17 min walk • Museum, Children's museum, History museum
~1390 ftSE
47°5'49"N • 6°49'14"E
Civilisations of Islam museum, La Chaux-de-Fonds
7 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
0.6 miE
47°6'5"N • 6°49'48"E
Watchmaking Town Planning Exhibtion, La Chaux-de-Fonds
16 min walk • Museum
0.6 miE
47°6'7"N • 6°49'44"E
L'heure bleue, La Chaux-de-Fonds
15 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
0.6 miS
47°5'30"N • 6°48'54"E
Quartier General, La Chaux-de-Fonds
15 min walk • Museum, Art museum
0.8 miE
Church
Grand Temple, La Chaux-de-Fonds
21 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...
0.5 miNE
47°6'15"N • 6°49'35"E
Bibliothèque de la ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Chaux-de-Fonds
14 min walk • Library
1.2 miNE
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Centre Sportif de la Charrière, La Chaux-de-Fonds
31 min walk • Stade de la Charrière is a multi-purpose stadium in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of FC La Chaux-de-Fonds. The stadium has 2,500 seats and 10,200 standing places.

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Which popular attractions are close to Villa Schwob?

Nearby attractions include Civilisations of Islam museum, La Chaux-de-Fonds (7 min walk), Synagogue of La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Chaux-de-Fonds (9 min walk), La Locomotive, La Chaux-de-Fonds (10 min walk), La Maison Blanche, La Chaux-de-Fonds (12 min walk).

How to get to Villa Schwob by public transport?

The nearest stations to Villa Schwob:

Bus

Gare • Lines: 371 (9 min walk)
Grande Fontaine • Lines: 371 (18 min walk)