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Aventicum, its site and its thermal baths

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Your guide will take you to discover the various monumental remains of the town of Aventicum.

Following in the footsteps of the Romans
Following in the footsteps of the Romans. © Suisse Tourisme - Dominik Baur
  • Place
    • Avenches
    Ort

A Roman colony and capital of the Helvetians, Aventicum was home to nearly 20,000 inhabitants at the height of its development. Many remains of its public monuments remain today, the most famous being the Amphitheatre.
During this tour, your guide will introduce you to the history of the city and its various buildings as well as the daily life of its inhabitants.
This tour of the Roman site and its many monuments will end at the thermal baths, a real leisure complex with pools, saunas, massage rooms and a rest room.

Visits in French and German
Registration required online or at Avenches Tourism
Registration deadline 72 hours before the visit

Duration: 1h30
Price: CHF 15.- per person
Free for children up to 12 years old

A minimum number of participants is required on this tour

Meeting point: Roman Museum of Avenches

Visit in French:
Saturday 3 August 2024 from 9.00 am to 10.30 am

Visit in German:
Saturday 3 August 2024 from 9.00am to 10.30am

Opening hours
Opening hours
  • The 3 Aug 2024
  • Saturday
    • 09:00 - 10:30
Prices
Prices
  • Price
    Per person
    • CHF 15.-
  • Children up to 12 years old
    • Free
On site
On site
  • Certification
    • COVID-19 certified
  • Accessibility
    • Booking required
    • Accessible by public transport
    • Suitable for families
  • Activities
    • Guided tours
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