Discover the Horse Capital
The Swiss National Stud, founded in 1898 in Avenches, is dedicated to the conservation of the only remaining breed of Swiss horse, the Franches-Montagnes. As a centre of expertise, research and equine medicine, the Stud Farm offers visitors the opportunity to discover its various missions and the world of horses through an educational trail accessible all year round.
Swiss National Stud Farm Avenches
Swiss National Stud Farm
Located near Avenches, near Lake Morat, the Swiss National Stud Farm (SNSF) is the federal government's competence centre for equines.
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Educational trail - Swiss National Stud Farm
This trail allows you to discover the activities of the Swiss National Stud Farm and its work for the conservation of the Franches-Montagnes breed
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Guided Tour - Swiss National Stud Farm
Located near Avenches, the Swiss National Stud is a federal competence center for horse breeding.
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The storks from Avenches
The only nesting place in French-speaking Switzerland, Avenches welcomes every year nearly 30 couples of storks who come to raise their young.
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The Swiss National Stud Farm is full of activities and know-how in many fields and professions.
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Come and meet the most surprising resident of the Swiss National Stud Farm: the white stork!
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Institut Equestre National Avenches (IENA)
Open to the public, the Avenches National Equestrian Institute is a multi-disciplinary equestrian centre unique in Europe.
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Restaurant Le Paddock
Located in the heart of the Equestrian National Institute of Avenches, the Paddock has a breathtaking view of the Jura and the race course.
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Races and horse shows at IENA
Every year, the Avenches National Equestrian Institute presents an exciting programme of flat races and horse shows.
See more Events Avenches | 24 May 2025
Aventicum Western Classic
At these western riding competitions, you can admire all the qualities and versatility of the Franches-Montagnes horse.
See more Avenches | 13 June 2025
La Compagnie Equestre et Musicale
The Compagnie Équestre & Musicale creates interdisciplinary shows based on music, equestrian art and writing.
See more Avenches | 21 June 2025
IENA Academy courses
IENA offers a series of seven modules to deepen your knowledge of the horse
See more Avenches | 22 June 2025
The life of the storks at the Swiss National Stud Farm
Come and meet the most surprising resident of the Swiss National Stud Farm: the white stork!
See more Avenches | 18 July 2025
The National Stud Farm, the daily capital of the horse
The Swiss National Stud Farm is full of activities and know-how in many fields and professions.
See more Avenches | From 19 To 20 July 2025
Working Equitation Turniere Mitteland 2025
Working equitation is a young sport based on the traditional equestrian working methods of southern Europe.
See more Avenches | From 24 To 27 July 2025
FEI Eventing Nations Cup
The FEI Eventing Nations Cup will take place at IENA.
See more Avenches | 30 July 2025
Open day at the Swiss National Stud Farm
Discover the Swiss national Stud Farm
See more Avenches | From 4 To 7 September 2025
Longines EEF Series Final
The Institut Equestre National Avenches hosts the final of the Longines EEF Series
See more Avenches | From 18 To 21 September 2025
IENA Cheval Passion
The Avenches National Equestrian Institute (IENA) organise an equestrian festival for all horse lovers.
See more Avenches | From 19 To 21 September 2025
National FM
The National FM, the flagship event celebrating Franches-Montagnes horses, features dressage, driving, jumping and much more.
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