Murten Essentials

Murten’s historical landscape is anchored by its 13th-century castle and the site of the 1476 Battle of Morat, where Swiss Confederates defeated Charles the Bold. This collection explores the region's military and architectural heritage, from the lakeside museum housed in an old mill to the Cluniac origins of Münchenwiler Castle. Visitors can access the town via the central boat station or take in panoramic views of Lake Murten and the Jura Mountains from elevated vantage points.

Münchenwiler Castle

Münchenwiler Castle or Château de Villars-les-Moines is a castle and former Cluniac priory in the municipality of Münchenwiler of the…

Schloss Murten

A 13th-century fortress and former residence of the bailiffs, featuring architectural elements ranging from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. It occupies a strategic position overlooking the town’s rooftops and the lake.

Battle of Morat

The Battle of Morat took place during the Burgundian Wars that was fought on 22 June 1476 between Charles the Bold, the Duke of Burgundy,…

Château de Greng

An 18th-century neoclassical manor house located on the southern shore of Lake Murten, originally built as a country estate for local aristocracy.

Murten Schiffstation

The primary passenger boat terminal on Lake Murten, serving as a departure point for ferry cruises connecting to Neuchâtel and Biel via the Broye Canal.

Point de vue sur le lac de Morat

An elevated vantage point providing panoramic views across Lake Murten toward the vineyards of Mont Vully and the Jura Mountains.

Murten Museum

The lakeside old mill now houses historical museum displaying various objects ranging from Neolithic era to Burgundian battles.