A winter in the heart of light

Welcome to the winter wonderland of the Lake Murten and Broye region. Estavayer-le-Lac and Murten, with their two old towns on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel and Lake Murten, come alive with a variety of events and activities.

Throughout this period, Morat transforms itself into the Swiss capital of light, welcoming you into a magical world. With its Festival of Lights, the little town of Zährigen will be welcoming no fewer than 50,000 visitors from 18 January onwards to discover more than 22 works of light spread between the old town and the lake.

In Estavayer, the Nativity Scene Route welcomes you to a magical world and invites you to discover a total of 89 nativity scenes scattered around the narrow streets of the old town.

Winter in the region promises to be full of light and enchantment, and is just waiting for you.

Murten in lights
Featured, Muntelier

Tickets are currently sold out. For gift voucher holders, please contact us by e-mail at info@murtentourismus.ch. For QOQA voucher holders, we will contact you between Monday January 29 and Sunday February 04, 2024. Dine&Light - Journey of the Senses, offers an immersive culinary experience where every element of nature is highlighted by a light show, transforming the menu into an extraordinary sensory experience.

Cultural Heritage, Morat

Visit the town of Murten in a special way! Thanks to the Secret Tour of Murten, you and your family can discover confidential places full of magic.

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Vully cellars

With 152 hectares of vineyards, Vully, located on the shores of Lake Murten, is the smallest of the large Swiss wine regions. During your holiday, don't miss a visit to one of the 24 wine cellars in the region!



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Winter activities

The open-air exhibition of Christmas cribs is 89 cribs that wind along the narrow streets of Estavayer-le-Lac. Original, classical or artistic, these creations are mostly made by the inhabitants of the medieval city.

Events, Estavayer-le-Lac

Young and old children venture to the four corners of the medieval town of Estavayer-le-Lac in search of ten snowmen...

Wellness, Estavayer-le-Lac

Les Rives Zen, an ephemeral complex that welcomes visitors for a moment of relaxation.

Sport, Murten

An ice rink in the heart of the medieval town of Murten awaits you from November for a magical winter

Events, Estavayer-le-Lac

The Christmas Nativity Scene with the 5 senses is a 140m2 exhibition featuring almost 1,000 terracotta figurines.

The Campground Muntelier invites you to a unique fondue and bathing pleasure at the winterly Lake Murten. Enjoy a warm bath in one of the for two or for four hotpots or a cosy fondue in one of the Gstaad gondolas. Or even better: both.

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Must-see activities

From historic towns to sunny beaches, the region of Murten and Avenches has plenty to offer. Here is our selection of activities to discover during your stay.



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From CHF 37.- Food & Drinks, Murten

Embark on a gourmet cruise on Lake Murten on board a boat of the shipping company. On the menu: Neuchâtel traditional sausage or perch fillets and beautiful scenery!

From CHF 150.- Urban visits, Morat

This guided tour takes you on a journey of discovery through Murten and its rich history. There are four gourmet stops in restaurants in the old town along the way.

From CHF 55.- Food & Drinks, Morat

Book your tickets for a gourmet tour around Lake Murten! From the medieval city of Murten to the vineyards of Vully, you will taste delicious local culinary specialties.

 
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Guided city tour, Morat

With the brochure "Murten - Enjoy it" you go on a walk through the old town on your own. You will discover the most beautiful viewpoints of Murten, you will go on the unique walkable rampart walls and you will stroll through the arcades of the main street.

Excursions, guided tours, animation, Estavayer-le-Lac

Cultural and natural heritage come together on a novel discovery of the Grande Cariçaie followed by a visit to the pile-dwelling village of Gletterens.

A thematic walk through the vineyards of Vully helps you to understand the different stages involved in wine production.

This route takes in to the Tour de la Molière, the preserved remains of an imposing castle and mediaeval town standing on the hillside.

Payerne - Corcelles-près-Payerne - Montagny - Vers-chez-Savary - Payerne

The charming medieval town of Murten is the starting point of this walk.

With binoculars and cameras in hand, the walkers criss-cross the Grande Cariçaie for two hours accompanied by a guide.

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Our tourist information centre teams will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to help you prepare your stay.



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