Circuit Secret Porrentruy

You’ll receive a digital key and download the free Circuit Secret app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store onto your phone. All set, you can explore the fascinating town’s past.

You’ll meet Pierre Péquignat, a rebellious representative of the people whose struggle ended tragically. Do you know the Vouivre, the mythical creature? It feeds on the energy of water and could rise again. And dinosaurs are said to still haunt the streets of Porrentruy today. This secret tour is an exclusive, one-of-a-kind experience. At the castle, you’ll discover the heyday of the Prince-Bishops of Basel, who lived here from 1528 to 1792.

You’ll visit not only unusual places but also Porrentruy’s most popular spots. You’ll also experience light and sound shows created by artist Camille Scherrer. The “Secret Tour” is a great experience for the whole family. The tour takes around 2 to 2 hours 30 minutes.

Practical information

• Some steep stairs and dark passageways to navigate
• Suitable for children aged 7 and over

The Prince-Bishops of Basel were also Princes of the Holy Roman Empire. They ruled in Porrentruy (German: Pruntrut) from 1528. During the Reformation in Basel, the bishop’s seat was moved to Pruntrut. Philipp von Gundelsheim was the first Prince-Bishop, serving until 1553, followed by Melchior von Lichtenfels until 1575. Jakob Christoph Blarer von Wartensee was Prince-Bishop here until 1608 and managed to pay off all the diocese’s debts. In 1792, the northern part of the Prince-Bishopric was occupied, and the diocese came under French rule.