FOUILLES Aventicum – Site et Musée romains d’Avenches

In the shoes of an archaeologist

Jun 4, 2023
Avenches - Visits and guided tours

Guided tour by an archaeologist who has been active in Avenches for many years

Commented by an archaeologist who has been active in Avenches for many years, this visit is a walk through the fields between the amphitheatre and the Tornallaz, which will give you an idea of the importance of the Roman town at the time and the potential for discovery that the site still holds.

Visit in French
Registration required online or at Avenches Tourism

Duration: 2 hours
Price: CHF 20.- per person
This visit is not for children

A minimum number of participants is required on this tour

Meeting point: Roman Museum of Avenches

Registration deadline: Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 12 am

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

Tel : +41 26 676 99 22

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Per person
CHF 20.-
Children up to 12 years old
Free

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