Guided city tour
In the Footsteps of the Huguenots
Hugenottenweg Aarberg. © vinzenz schwab - 2577 siselen
- OrtPlace
Aarberg
- DauerRecommended Duration
- 3 h 0
An interactive journey through the historic shipwreck and cultural heritage of the Huguenots – accessible to everyone.
On 5 September 1687, a boat carrying Huguenot refugees capsized. Today, an innovative visioguide brings this dramatic event back to life at 15 stations – through sound, visuals and augmented reality. The free app offers an easy-to-use experience that requires no prior knowledge.
Good to know
Good to know
- The visioguide app "Naufrage 05.09.1687" is available for free on the Apple Store and Google Play Store.
- The experience is designed for families and groups.
- Guided tours for groups are available on request. Refugees share their personal stories of flight and integration, creating a moving blend of historical narrative and lived experience. Suitable for school classes and adults.
- At the end of the 7 km trail, enjoy Huguenot specialties at the Hotel-Restaurant Weisses Kreuz in Lyss.
On site
On site
- Accessibility
- Accessible by public transport
- Activities
- Guided tours
- Services
- Suitable for groups
Access
Zugang
- Public transport
- Directions
Links & PDFs
Links & PDFs
Contact
Contact
- Fondation VIA / Stiftung VIA
c/o Gfeller + Partner AG Amthausgasse 6 3011 Bern info@via-huguenots.ch via-huguenots.ch
Booking- Florian Hitz +41 79 287 97 73 info@via-huguenots.ch
In the Footsteps of the Huguenots