Around the water

Discover on this page, all our advices to spend a refreshing summer in the Seeland and the Bernese Jura. We offer you discounted stays in accommodations close to the water, walks in the gorges and along the lake, bike tours, water activities and much more... In short, everything you need to spend the hot summer days in the cool. We wish you a nice discovery!

Escape from everyday life and enjoy La Dolce Vita on Lake Biel.



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With the boat
Cruises, Biel/Bienne

Cruise schedule: vineyards, idyllic villages and the famous St. Peter’s Island.

Brunch, Biel/Bienne

Every Sunday in summer brunch cruise on Lake Biel. Passengers enjoy three hours aboard the MobiCat.

Cruises, Biel/Bienne

Connoisseurs pick the Aare voyage as Switzerland's loveliest boat excursion.

Cruises, Lake Biel, Lake Neuchatel, Lake Murten

This unforgettable cruise takes you on the Lakes of Biel, Neuchâtel and Murten.

 
Pools and beaches of the region
Water activity, Sutz-Lattrigen

Right next to Camping Sutz on Lake Biel, the lido with its shady trees invites you to relax.

Water activity, Nidau

Large outdoor swimming facility on the shores of Lake Biel.

Water activity, la Neuveville

A beautiful beach just a stone's throw from the historic centre of La Neuveville.

Water activity, St. Petersinsel

Small, hidden sandy bays invite you to spend some relaxing hours.

Water activity, Twann

Nice public bathing facility on the northern shore of Lake Biel.

Water activity, Erlach

With its large access to Lake Biel, the beach at Cerlier is perfect for relaxing and swimming.

Water activity, Nidau

Attractive sand beach in the middle of Biel.

Water activity, Mörigen

A pleasant lawn at the beach adjacent to the nature sanctuary.

 
Refreshing activities

In the gorges and around the lake

Routes near the water

Pedal boats, canoes and stand up paddle

Cities near the water
Town, Büren an der Aare

Historic Büren an der Aare is included in the national cultural heritage inventory.

Town, Aarberg

Tradition is mixed with modern-day charm in Aarberg.

Town, Ligerz

Ligerz: the dreamy wine village

Town, Twann

Twann: the village with Mediterranean panache

Town, La Neuveville

With its towers, terraced houses, alleyways and impressive fountains, La Neuveville is a magnificent medieval town on the shores of Lake Biel.