With its important history and natural beauty, it is a village that combines the charm of the medieval past and the atmosphere of the 21st century. The first lords of Valangin are documented in the 12th century, and their fiefdom passed to the Counts of Aarberg, who ruled the village until 1592.

It was under the rule of the Aarbergs that the castle and the imposing fortified walls, complete with nine semicircular towers, were built between the 13th and 16th centuries. The Château de Valangin, an imposing massif overlooking the Val-de-Ruz, is a visible symbol of this rich history. The village, picturesquely situated and protected from the winds by the surrounding hills, offers a serene atmosphere, far from the winter fog and summer heat of the neighbouring towns. Valangin is surrounded by forests and crossed by the Seyon and Sorgo rivers, creating an ideal landscape for walks and picnics. A famous footpath, the ‘Voie Révolutionnaire’, leads hikers from Neuchâtel, Peseux and other Val-de-Ruz villages to Valangin, offering splendid views. The village is also home to the Gibet, a former gallows where, during the period of the Lords of Valangin, thugs were executed. Today, the Gibet offers a breathtaking view of Lake Neuchâtel, adding a touch of mystery and history to the landscape. With a population of about 505 inhabitants and a surface area of 376 hectares, much of which is occupied by forests, Valangin is not an agricultural village, but boasts a tradition linked to sawmills, which were the main activity until the closure of the last sawmill in 2007. This mix of tranquillity, natural beauty and a rich historical past makes Valangin an ideal place for those seeking peace, nature and a connection to history.