Lucens Castle is a beautiful and grand historic structure, located on a hill top and over looking the countryside town of Lucens. Built around the 16th Century, the castle served a residential place for kings and nobility, a fortress, a girls institution before being sold to a private party. Today, it functions as a luxury event venue with weddings, dinners, parties, meetings and conferences regularly hosted here. 10 rooms for accommodation are available as well.
Museum of Natural History was founded in 1824 and is one of the oldest institutes in the medieval city of Freibourg. The museum has on display 240,000 zoological pieces, natural sciences and botany. A lot of these collections have come from experienced botanists renowned in the field and have remarkably helped in furthering the study specially in the field of mycology. They conduct several educational programs designed for students, with interactive study materials. Join a guided tour or your free to take a tour along this vast institute that is a major benefactor in the study of these various sciences.
Located in the Swiss canton of Neuchâtel, the historic castle of Valangin looks over the town below from its idyllic location atop a stone fort. Well preserved throughout the centuries, the castle is today open to the public who can visit its towers, dungeons, terrace, cellar, kitchen and adjoining gardens with excellent displays of medieval weapons, armory, paintings, tools etc. It also hosts various temporary exhibition and cultural events such as a large medieval feast which is extremely popular with the locals. The palace rooms and grounds can also be rented out for functions such as weddings and children's birthday parties.
Chenaux castle is located in the Canton of Fribourg in the municipality of Estavayer-le-Lac and is considered a Swiss heritage site of national significance. It looks over Lake Neuchatel and the Grande Caricaie nature reserve. Visitors can tour the grounds around the prefecture which are maintained very well. The main building serves as a police station. The walls around the castle are tall and the property is fenced.
Discover a different side of Switzerland at Moulins Souterrains-Col-des-Roches, a mine in Le Locle. Visitors get a chance to view exhibitions, the museum, and mining sites giving insight to the water management of the city during the 17th Century. The impressive underground mechanism helps one understand the amount of effort and hard work put forth by the laborers. A number of articles and mechanical devices have been restored from the mine are kept on display at the museum.
Located in the Swiss municipality of Avenches, Avenches Castle is a majestic sight to behold. This beautiful red building can be clearly viewed from Rue du Chateau and has been designated as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. One of the best preserved Renaissance castles in the country, it is also home to a gallery, library as well as residences.
Located in the quiet town of Le Locle, the Patinoire Le Locle is a venue for many events. The skating rink is used by locals and is one of the premier sporting facilities in the town.
The Payerne Priory is also called Payerne Abbey or Peterlingen Priory. It is located in Payerne, Vaud, Switzerland as a monastery of national significance. The Abbey is a combination of Roman and Gothic art and there is a chapel dedicated to St.Michel. There is a museum and regular concerts are held during the day. A restaurant serves the delicacy of the town the saucisson or sausage, cake with cream and ham.
The spectacular Abbey of Hauterive is situated in the municipality of Hauterive in Switzerland, and is a national heritage site. The Cistercian establishment was founded in 1138 by Guillaume de Glâne, who was once the local lord. The abbey has been the cultural focal point for the locals of Hauterive ever since. In the 18th Century, it was subjected to renovations and improvements, and was rebuilt in the distinctive Baroque architectural style. A place for solidarity and peace, this establishment is currently home for several monks and priests. For information about opening hours, kindly visit the website.
Located in Friboug city of Switzerland, the Bible and Orient Museum houses one of the world's richest and most diverse collection of archaeological artifacts from ancient Egypt, Southwestern Asia and the Middle east. Over 15,000 items on display can be seen here which include scrolls, books, lamps, coins, idols, amulets stored in illuminated drawers, showcases and glass cabinets. Interpretations of religious texts from Islam, Christianity, Paganism and Judaism are also provided here, making it a popular destination for theology professors and students. Guided tours are provided to visitors inclusive of the entry fee and students under 16 are not charged at all. Large groups are advised to book a visit and tour in advance.
Rocher des Tablettes is a 1288 meters (4226 feet) high mountain of the Jura range in the Neuchâtel canton of Switzerland. It is a popular choice among tourists and locals alike for nature hikes and family picnics for its sweeping panoramic views of the nearby Alps, the Lakes Plateau and the Neuchâtel lake. It is characterized by its steep limestone cliffs and has recently developed into a jogging marathon course.