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Avenches : Things to see and do
Avenches : Organise your stay
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Avenches Hotel tips
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Auberge de la Croix Blanche from120 CHF
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Hotel Lacotel from130 CHF
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Le Vieux Manoir from450 €
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Travel guide Avenches
Avenches : The Michelin guide review
Avenches occupies the site of the former Helvetian capital, Roman Aventicum founded by Augustus, which flourished in the 2C before being devastated in 259. The present little town, a former capitol, is far smaller than the ancient town whose unearthed remains (amphitheatre, theatre, sanctuary...) give some idea of its size.
Tourist attractions Avenches : Things to see and do
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Le Chasseral
CH - Nods
The highest point of the northern Jura, Le Chasseral (1 607m) offers fine views. Alongside the Hotel Chasseral, the culminating point of the trail, an orientation table permits identification of the Berne Alps, Valais Alps and Mont Blanc. This impres..
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Doubs Falls
CH - Les Brenets
At a height of 27m, this famous waterfall is reached along a forest path from the landing stage of Lake Brenets. It is at it most spectacular when viewed from the French side; a footbridge allows vistors to cross from one side to the other. The falls..
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Zentrum Paul Klee
Monument im Fruchtland 3 CH - 3006 Bern
This centre, which opened in 2005, houses the world's most extensive collection of works by Paul Klee (1879-1940), including 4 000 oil paintings, watercolours and drawings, amounting to 40% of the artist's total output. The architecture alone – by Re..
Hotels Avenches
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La Couronne
Centrale 20 CH - 1580 Avenches
Prix Prices from : 132 CHF
The La Couronne hotel can be found right in the centre of the medieval town of Avenches, close to the amphitheatre, and offers you free wireless internet access. Enjoy the creative, seasonal cuisine of the La Couronne's restaurant and spend peaceful..
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Hotel Murtenhof & Krone
Rathausgasse 1-5 CH - 3280 Murten
Prix Prices from : 130 CHF
This 3-star Murtenhof & Krone hotel in a Medieval patrician residence in the old town of Murten features a terrace with a wonderful view of Lake Murten. The hotel is only a 5-minute walk from the train station and is situated at the entrance to the ..
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Schloss Salavaux
Route de Villars-le-Grand 16 CH - 1585 Salavaux
Prix Prices from : 165 CHF
Surrounded by green fields and apple orchards only 1 km from Lake Murten, this hotel occupies Chateaux Salavaux, built in 1594. You will sleep in elegant, historic-style rooms and enjoy gourmet cuisine made from regional products. Parquet flooring, ..
Restaurants Avenches
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With its wooden benches and tables and the menu chalked up on a blackboard, the Auberge de la Croix Blanche also boasts a bistro. Stop off for an aperitif, a quick daily special or a long, languid meal on the terrace.
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Flo's
Weissenbühlweg 40 CH - 3007 Bern
Run by the dedicated Manz siblings, the atmosphere in this modern restaurant is lively and the service very friendly. Watch delicious international dishes being prepared in the open-view kitchen. The number nine tram stops right at the door.
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Ravishing Bernese house (1678) amidst the canal, lake and vineyards. Contemporary dining room, seasonal cuisine, good quality wine cellar, pretty terrace and neo-retro café. Personalised rooms for an overnight stay. Restful garden and covered swimmin..
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Guests are looked after warmly and informally in this 1863 inn located in a small village. Enjoy fresh traditional fare at elegantly laid tables in a country-style setting. Bistro with a limited menu.
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Käserei
Rathausgasse 34 CH - 3280 Murten
Located in a listed former cheese dairy, Käserei serves modern, seasonal cuisine in a pleasant, light and modern interior. Don't miss the veal cordon bleu filled with Mont Vully cheese and served with a warm potato salad.
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A warm welcome awaits you in this former mill nestled in a leafy setting. The bright interior is decorated with photos of the chef in action. There is an Italian menu and mouth-watering antipasti dishes.
