Stories – When a stone tells stories

Guided Tour – The Roman Museum

Avenches

During the Roman Museum’s guided tour, you will discover the fascinating story of the 20,000 Hevetians who lived in Aventicum, the former capital of Roman Helvetia. Its precious treasures, as well as the astonishing link between the Roman emperors and Aventicum, the exceptional gold bust of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, and a mysterious dodecahedron: these precious objects discovered during archaeological excavations will astound you.

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Guided Tour – The Roman Site

Avenches

Grandeur and splendour! These thrilling impressions will capture your imagination during your visit of Aventicum’s prestigious vestiges, at the ancient capital of Roman Helvetia, whose history will astound you.

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Guided Tour – The Site and the Roman Museum

Avenches

Treasures of the Roman Museum’s collection, the ancient site’s beauty and its prestigious monuments lead you on a fabulous journey to Aventicum.

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Guided Tour – The Site and the Roman Baths

Avenches

In Roman times, public baths played an important role in society. They were an integral part of Aventicum’s monumental architectural landscape, where there were several thermal baths, including the largest in the vicinity of the Forum.

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Guided Tour - Aventicum and the Emperors

Avenches

Aventicum, the capital of Roman Helvetia, maintained a close relationship with Imperial Rome for three centuries. During this guided tour, you will discover that Emperor Vespasian’s father was a banker in Aventicum and that his grandson, Titus, was raised by a native nurse. The presence of the priceless bust of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, discovered during archaeological excavations inside of an ancient underground water pipe system under the largest Roman temple in the town, remains a great mystery, even today.

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Guided Tour – Avenches, Medieval Town

Avenches

In a region where religious and linguistic borders are never far away, the surprising story of Avenches and its medieval past.

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Workshop – A Gourmet Workshop, Roman-style

Avenches

A walk to discover Aventicum’s vestiges, followed by a tasting or a workshop to learn about the secrets of Roman cuisine. The Aventicum à la carte tour, accompanied by Apicius the Gourmet, offers you a choice of three themed tours to discover the ancient capital of Roman Helvetia and for journeys to the world of ancient flavours. Combine these modules according to your own taste!

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Workshop - Roman Theatre

Avenches

This workshop takes you along to the discovery of a Roman theatre, its atmosphere and its backstage before playing a short play.

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Guided Tour – A Gourmet Walk, Roman-style

Avenches

A gently guided tour to discover the Roman site of Aventicum, punctuated by small gourmet breaks inspired by Roman cuisine and recipes of Apicius le Gourmand. A cultural and culinary journey in time that will awaken all your senses.

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