Who we are

Let's travel through time...

The establishment’s first Combières archives date back to 1857 when watchmaking was booming in La Vallée de Joux. We discover that the Hotel had been baptized "Hotel de France" in reference to the diligence of the postal service which linked Le Brassus to Les Rousses and which began its rounds at the Hotel. Its history changed in 2003 when Audemars Piguet became the new owner and renamed it “Hôtel des Horlogers” in tribute to the know-how of La Vallée de Joux. All the charm of the Hôtel des Horlogers was inside where the typical spirit of La Vallée de Joux was represented. No longer corresponding to the ecological and energy criteria of modern buildings, Audemars Piguet decided in 2016 - after the public auction of its furniture - to launch a new chapter by constructing a building in compliance with the most demanding charters of Minergie Eco.

Our values

Authenticity
Harmony
Ingenuity
Liberation
We belong here

Humble and authentic in what we stand for, how we act and the way we embody the spirit of the watchmakers.

We break down the boundaries between Nature and Architecture, creating a space of harmony.

Our spirit of innovation is inspired by our watchmaking roots and extends to our architecture and overall Guest experience.

Time restrictions are replaced with the liberating feeling of making time for yourself and connecting with nature.

We are deeply rooted in La Vallée de Joux and are willing to share with you all of its wonders. We blend local flavours and art de vivre to create unique experiences. You will love it.

Sustainability

Our engagement
Energy
Ecology
Biodiversity
Green purchases

Hôtel des Horlogers is commited to always working in harmony with its environment by participating in sustainable development projects and meeting the most demanding eco-responsible standards.

The building is at the forefront in ecological terms, both in the development of its construction and in its daily operations by keeping a spirit of continuous improvement.

• The hotel meets the latest Minergie-Eco requirements for energy efficiency and eco-responsible construction.

• 126 photovoltaic panels are set on the roof of the building.

• No paper policy : Digitization of the majority of our communication support, restaurant and bar menus. Digital check-in process.

• Visit cards are paperless. (Near Fiels Communication technology)

• No plastic policy : Biodegradable materials for single-use items. Burlap bags, pencils with thyme seeds that can be planted in the garden instead of pens, wooden combs, cornstarch straws, organic slippers and many more.

• Eco-fill : Eco-friendly dispensers combining single-use pouches and traceability for liquid soaps and shampoos that reduce environmental impact, resulting in 67 times less waste.

• Bottling system for spring water from the Valley to avoid transportation of tons of glass bottles all year round, reducing our carbon footprint.

• A vegetable garden, for the Hotel to produce its own fruits, vegetables and aromatic plants.

• Support of organic production and humanitarian projects in the countries of origin for imported raw materials, such as coffee and tea.

• Partnership with Parc Jura Vaudois : with every bottle sold, an amount of 20 cents goes to the Parc.

• Charging stations for electric cars and bicycles in our outdoor and indoor car parkings.

• Transfers to and from the Hotel are made with hybrid cars.

• Made entirely Swiss, le Spa by Alpeor uses plants and flowers form the Vallée de Joux and the Canton du Valais.

• Locally produced wines, brewed beers and distilled spirits represent most of our menu.

• Our coffee is roasted in the Vallée de Joux and placed in biodegradable capsules.

• The cleaning products used throughout the Hotel are organic.

• We prioritize local and regional suppliers to reduce carbon footprint during transportation (Féra caught by Mr. Meylan on the Lac de Joux, the cheese comes from the Pittet family at the Brassus, butter from the Hauser family, and meat from Mr. Rochat).

Experiences

We encourage you to make time for yourself and connect with nature.
Here are some of our proposals :

All
Watch lovers
Nature Lovers
Romantic Lovers
Road lovers
Design lovers
Sports lovers
Food lovers

A moment for two at Le Spa by Alpeor

Face and body ritual including a signature massage between Peaks and Mountains, combined with a Riches Montagnes® facial.

For more information and reservation: lespa@hdhswiss

Alpine Chalet Tour

Gastronomic discovery of the Vallée de Joux by electric bike. A 5-hour tour with a meal in a mountain chalet.

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Altitude 1004

Water activities on the Lac de Joux, in an idyllic setting.

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Architectural tour

A tour that will make you discover an architectural heritage full of history.
For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Bike ride in the Risoud forest

Would you like to venture into the Risoud forest without a guide? A nice discovery of the Risoud forest refuges!

For more information: welcome@hdh.swiss

Deep Time Walk

Let's walk on the steps of the history of the earth from its creation to today, through the arrival of water, the beginning of life, the extinction of ammonites and dinosaurs and many other stories...

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Espace Horloger

The Espace Horloger offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of fine watchmaking and its professions.

For more information : welcome@hdh.swiss

Guided tour "à la carte"

With cultural visit and various subjects, mountain pastures, cheese, stories and tastings...

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

In the footsteps of the Passeurs of WW II

The Risoud Forest is full of mystery and magic; to the west of the Vallée de Joux, straddling a thousand-year-old (now French-Swiss) border, this wild region witnessed daring and discreet passages during World War II.

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Le Grand Tour of Switzerland

The Vallée de Joux is one of the 8 stages of the Grand Tour de Suisse. Whether by car, bike or motorcycle, a break at the Hôtel des Horlogers to discover the region is well deserved!

Motorbike ride

The magnificent roads will make you discover the region and enjoy an unforgettable experience! Our Guest Experience team will be happy to guide you: welcome@hdh.swiss.

Musée Atelier Audemars Piguet

Dive into the heart of the Audemars Piguet universe.

For more information : www.museeatelier-audemarspiguet.com or info-museeatelier@audemarspiguet.com

Picnic in the Risoud forest

Our team will be delighted to organize a tailor-made picnic that will introduce you to local flavors.

For further information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Resonance wood

A visit around the resonance wood awaits you, with the aim of making you discover one of the natural riches of the region.

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Ski & Wake Lac de Joux

Summer relaxation with water skiing, buoyancy and wakeboarding at Le Rocheray with Ski Nautique et Wakeboard du Lac de Joux.

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Tennis lesson

Summer or winter, beginner or passionate, Anthony will be happy to give you a private tennis lesson!

For more information: welcome@hdh.swiss

Vacherin Mont d'Or Museum

The Vacherin Mont-d'Or Museum tells the story of the cheese from the Vallée de Joux in its birthplace: the village of Charbonnières.

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss

Watchmaking training center

In the cradle of Haute Horlogerie, the first Watchmaking Initiation Center in the Vallée de Joux welcomes you.

For more information and reservation: welcome@hdh.swiss