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\n \n About us\n<\/h1>\n \n \n Let\u2019s get to know each other!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\n \n Avenches Tourism & Its committee.\n<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n
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Emmanuel, Fernand, Olivia, Pascal, Patrick\u2026 we are Avenches Tourisme! In this article, we\u2019ll get to know each other by introducing you to our organisation, our activities and the various tasks we\u2019re responsible for. <\/h2>\n\n

Founded in 1892, the Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 de D\u00e9veloppement, renamed Avenches Tourisme in 2005, aims to promote the development of tourism in Avenches, in order to support the local associations\u2019 cultural and sporting activities, as well as to ensure the town\u2019s prosperity.<\/p>\n\n

Since 1939, thanks to the camping fees, from the very first campers to those of today at the Avenches campsite on the Lake Murten\/Morat shores, which have been generating Avenches Tourism\u2019s revenues, we have been able to meet all of our commitments.<\/p>\n\n

Also, thanks to the campsite\u2019s dynamic development, the Avenches harbour and our tourist office,<\/strong> our region has become a much sought-after tourist attraction.<\/p>\n

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\n \n The Campsite – Avenches Plage\n<\/h2>\n \n

We have been operating and developing the lakeside campsite on state-owned land, since 1957. Its infrastructure has been continuously adapted to the needs and requirements. The campsite\u2019s equipment, location and management are classified with a 5-star rating by the Swiss Camping Association. With enough room for 700 places, the Avenches-Plage campsite is one of the largest in Switzerland. Two-thirds of its spaces are occupied by seasonal tenants and one-third are reserved for visitors. It is quite normal for the campsite to be fully booked during the summer season. <\/p>\n

The Port<\/h4>\n

Built in 1974, the small boat harbour, featuring 350 berths, completes the offer for lake tourism. Boating, sailing, water-skiing and fishing ensure that the facilities are used to the fullest while attracting many visitors to our region every year. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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\n \n The Tourism Office\n<\/h2>\n \n

The Avenches Tourism Office opened its doors at its present location in 1983. To cope with the numerous tasks and to better organise the promotion of Avenches and its region, a professional structure was set up in 1994. <\/p>\n

In addition to welcoming visitors, the Tourism Office\u2019s mission is to animate and promote the town. It sells tickets for major events in Switzerland and for local shows and events organised by local associations. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Our commitment<\/h3>\n\n

The income generated by the campsite and the port allows us to:<\/p>\n\n