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Morat (Murten) is the main city of the Fribourg lake district and is situated directly on the language border. Most Murten residents speak two languages. In front of the famous city landmark, the Berntor, "Péntanque" is often played.
This lovely 800 year old small town can't be kept hidden from tourists. Lake Murten, which shares the same name as the town, has done its share in helping the development of tourism. Thanks to its wonderful setting, Lake Murten is a sought after vacation spot and perfect for day excursions, too.
The great historical significance of the town comes alive when viewing its town wall, extraordinary towers, and wonderful castle; a truly unique Swiss treasure. Murten's picturesque city center, arcades and romantic views invite the tourist to discover a special world.
The town and its lakeside boardwalk are just right for strolling, shopping or enjoying the sights. When the visitor can stay a little longer, a choice of fine hotels caters to every taste. Regional specialties can be sampled at many of Murten's restaurants. Evenings are fine moments to watch memorable sunsets over the lake, the Vully and the Jura mountains. Cap off your day with a drink at one of Murten's fun night spots!.
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IN SUMMER
Guided city tours
Sensitively and humorously the experienced guide brings the little
town of Murten and its history near to the guests.
Treasure hunt in Murten
Find the points sought by means of a city map and pictures. Treasure
hunting is also suitable on rainy days.
Murtour
Discover Murten yourself with a walkdiscman and a city map of Murten.
Vully www.levully.ch
The caves of Mont Vully
The caves dug in the sandstone, the former military fortification
from World War I.
Today, the place is a hide-and-seek paradise for children, and a big
fire place is available as well. Do not forget your torch.
Wine path
Discover the different stages of viniculture on the 5-km-long wine path
between Sugiez and Môtier. Children are accompanied by “Viny”, the
mascot of the path. It presents exciting information on the vintager’s
job.
Vegetable path
www.maerlipinte.ch
The biggest vegetable garden in Switzerland. From the beginning of May
to the middle of October you can discover more than 60 different sorts
of vegetables when riding your bike on the well signposted ways in the
fields without much traffic.
Greyerz Castle
www.chateau-gruyeres.ch
The visit to the castle is a walk through eight centuries of
architecture, history and culture. The castle was the home of the Counts
of Greyerz.
Charmey-Aventure
www.charmeyaventures.ch
An adventure in the trees, a walkabout in the wood where you dangle and
move along on barriers and natural phenomena dangling about.
This
route in the air at heights of between 6 and 15 metres is suitable for
children as well as adults, for families, company outing or all seeking
an adventure full of emotions and sensations.
IN WINTER
Papiliorama
www.papiliorama.ch
A tropic climate governs below several glass domes. Animals, plants,
insects and most different kinds of butterflies populate the Papiliorama.
Sensler Museum
www.senslermuseum.ch
The museum accommodated in a typical Sensler wooden house built in 1780
informs about life and culture in this region in the course of
centuries. A permanent exhibition grants insights into the cultivation
of home décor and the way of life, beliefs and traditions in the 18th
and 19th centuries.
Cailler chocolate factory
www.cailler.ch
Who does not dream of a visit to a chocolate factory? Experience the
manufacturing process of chocolate and the flavour which can be sensed
in the well-known chocolate factory of Cailler of Switzerland (Nestle)
in Broc.
On
the interactive, audiovisual round tour you can discover the secrets of
the manufacture of chocolate in a factory during full operations. The
visit also tells the history of the location from 1898 tothe present.
Cardinal Beer Museum
www.cardinal.ch
In the former storage cellars of the Cardinal brewery the museum traces
the history of beer and of the brand which is devoted to the traditional
values of the brewery.
HR Giger Museum
www.hrgigermuseum.com
Let yourself plunge into the world of fantastic art. In 1980 the Swiss
artist HR Giger won the Oscar for the best visual effects he created for
the film “Alien”.
Paul Klee Centre
www.paulkleecentre.ch
In 2005 the Paul Klee Centre opened its doors to people being interested
in art and culture. The
cultural institution centres on persons and Paul Klee’s life (1879 -
1940) and works. Today, Klee, who also worked as a musician, pedagogue
and poet, is considered to be one of the most important artists in the
20th century. The Paul Klee Centre in the town of Berne, where he spent
half of his life, is a monument with an international aura.
Roman Museum Avenches
www.avenches.ch
The Roman Museum exhibits a large private collection of cut stones and –
making use of the occasion– exhibits its own pieces of the same group of
discoveries.
Albert Anker
www.albert-anker.ch
In the village of Ins in the Berner Seeland you can find a noble farm
house at a place which is slightly apart from the street. Here Albert
Anker was born and spent most of his life.
The studio with its specific atmosphere is open to the public.
Go-kart track www.expodrom.ch
The indoor go-kart track opened in 1999 enjoys more and more popularity.
Group offerings are mainly exploited by companies, associations and
clubs. Of course, private persons get their money’s worth as well. |
