The archaic exterior of this gorgeous church and its mighty tower makes the Église Saint-Bénigne de Pontarlier impossible to miss on the Rue Tissot. Believed to have been around at it current location since the early 15th Century, the architecture of Église Saint-Bénigne de Pontarlier is a striking example of Romanesque architecture with Gothic nuances. The interior of the church is elegantly lit with the glow emanating from august chandeliers while wood accents and stained-glass windows add to the charm. Apart from religious events, Église Saint-Bénigne de Pontarlier serves as a venue for many cultural gatherings that are centered around music, and private tours of the church are also provided. Église Saint-Bénigne de Pontarlier was added to the list of historic buildings in 1970.
Château de Glérolles currently stands as a wine-growing estate on the shores of lake Geneva and within the estate stands the 11th-century Glerolles Castle. The estate covers an area of 5 hectares (12.3 acres) and produces a variety of wines including Pinot Noir, Humagne red, Chasselas and many others. The estate is also available for rent for events and special functions and because of its beautiful location overlooking the lake with the mountains in the distance, this winery is a truly beautiful place to be.
The 'Métro on foot' of 160 wood-covered steps joins the old center to the new.
Dating back to the 1200s, Abbaye de la Fille-Dieu is a Cistercian monastery in the Friborg canton of western Switzerland. It was started by three young women of faith in 1268 and underwent construction over the next century. The abbey continues to follow its traditional prayer and liturgical schedules to this day, and its community members also work hard to produce delicious whole-grain, hot, and honey mustards for the monastery shop. Renovations on Abbaye de la Fille-Dieu began as early as the 15th century and have continued through the late-20th century, both modernizing the attraction and preserving its historical and architectural values.
Grange de Dorigny venue, situated in the attic of a recently renovated old barn with a beautiful wooden framework, is a sight unto itself. Here you can find classical, world and contemporary music concerts, plus contemporary theater productions. The shows are usually excellent. There are often exhibitions of paintings and sculptures hosted as well. La Grange also organizes a theater festival every April.