Stories – When a stone tells stories

Stories from Greek and Roman mythology are told in the heart of the ancient city of Aventicum, while viewing its impressive vestiges.

***IMPORTANT INFORMATION***
We would like to thank the participants in advance for respecting the sanitary measures in force.

For a group; up to 25 children.
Languages: French or German
Tour Length: 1 hour
Price: CHF 100.– per group (payment on invoice)
Price for schools: CHF 80.- (payement on invoice)
Meeting Point: Roman Museum

Information and Booking: Avenches Tourism Office

Office du Tourisme d'Avenches
Place de l'Eglise 3
1580 Avenches - CH

Tel : +41 26 676 99 22

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