Lake Biel
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Robert Llagas Babida
Haarlem, The Netherlands288 contributions
Aug 2020
It was a wonderful experience seeing and feeling the splendour of Lake Biel. It was on the 06th of August, 2020, when I was able to pass by Lake Biel and being able to savour the scent of nature. I was mesmerised by it because it was so clean, clear and blue. If a traveller would want to spend more time there, one should take a cruise experience. I would have spent more time cruising the whole neighbourhood within the lake, well, next time.
Written 23 August 2020
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EllaDexter
Sydney, Australia1,755 contributions
May 2014 • Couples
Lake Bienne or Lake Biel - Lac de Bienne en Français, or Bielersee auf Deutsch - is located on the border of the French and German language regions in Switzerland.
Two 'must see' places on the Lac/See are Le Landeron/Landern (which is in the Neuchâtel canton, on the border of the Bern canton) and La Neuveville/Neuenstadt (which is in the Bern canton).
Le Landeron is a quaint village, with gelato coloured houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, built around a rectangular square. At each end, the Fontaine du Vaillant and the Fontaine de Saint-Maurice - both listed as Swiss heritage sites of national significance - stand guard. The Croix Du Bourg - also a Swiss heritage site of national significance - is located in between the two, in the middle of the square.
As well as the two fontaines and the croix, the Chapelle Sainte-Anne, the Town Hall with its chapel are on the list of Swiss heritage sites of national significance - while the entire town of Le Landeron is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.
The locals are very friendly. One, recognising me as Australian by my Blundstone boots, was keen to engage us in conversation about our respective travels.
Like Le Landeron, the entire old town of La Neuveville is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. Located on the shore of Lac de Bienne/Bielersee, it looks across to the Île de St-Pierre/Sankt Petersinsel - where writer and philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau said he spent the happiest time of his life.
The old town of La Neuveville is larger than that of Le Landeron. Entering from the lake side through the Tour de Rive - which, despite many modifications, still carries marks of the 14th and 15th centuries - you find yourself in the Rue du Marché, which is the centre of the old town.
With its two Fontaines Des Bannerets (dating from 1550 and on the list Swiss heritage sites of national significance) and the Tour Rouge at the northern end (the lower parts of which date from the founding of the town in 1313 to 1318), the Rue du Marché is surrounded by a twist of mostly cobbled streets, characterised by interesting buildings with colourful facades from the gothic and baroque periods.
After a hard day sightseeing, enjoy a cold one sitting in the late afternoon sun on the terrace of the Restaurant Au Tonneau.
Two 'must see' places on the Lac/See are Le Landeron/Landern (which is in the Neuchâtel canton, on the border of the Bern canton) and La Neuveville/Neuenstadt (which is in the Bern canton).
Le Landeron is a quaint village, with gelato coloured houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, built around a rectangular square. At each end, the Fontaine du Vaillant and the Fontaine de Saint-Maurice - both listed as Swiss heritage sites of national significance - stand guard. The Croix Du Bourg - also a Swiss heritage site of national significance - is located in between the two, in the middle of the square.
As well as the two fontaines and the croix, the Chapelle Sainte-Anne, the Town Hall with its chapel are on the list of Swiss heritage sites of national significance - while the entire town of Le Landeron is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.
The locals are very friendly. One, recognising me as Australian by my Blundstone boots, was keen to engage us in conversation about our respective travels.
Like Le Landeron, the entire old town of La Neuveville is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. Located on the shore of Lac de Bienne/Bielersee, it looks across to the Île de St-Pierre/Sankt Petersinsel - where writer and philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau said he spent the happiest time of his life.
The old town of La Neuveville is larger than that of Le Landeron. Entering from the lake side through the Tour de Rive - which, despite many modifications, still carries marks of the 14th and 15th centuries - you find yourself in the Rue du Marché, which is the centre of the old town.
With its two Fontaines Des Bannerets (dating from 1550 and on the list Swiss heritage sites of national significance) and the Tour Rouge at the northern end (the lower parts of which date from the founding of the town in 1313 to 1318), the Rue du Marché is surrounded by a twist of mostly cobbled streets, characterised by interesting buildings with colourful facades from the gothic and baroque periods.
After a hard day sightseeing, enjoy a cold one sitting in the late afternoon sun on the terrace of the Restaurant Au Tonneau.
Written 5 October 2014
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RhinaDTh
Stuttgart, Germany3 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
Delightful place to be in the summer, pristine water, lovely people around! Take a picnic basket with you, sunscreen, a good book, relax and enjoy!
Written 25 August 2016
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,677 contributions
Mar 2021 • Solo
Wasn't a fan of Biel Lake, maybe because I came with high expectations. Compared to Lake Geneva or Lake Neuchatel, the water was not as crystal clear and at least in Biel and La Neuveville there were no nice paths along the lake to walk. In Neuveville it was basically closed because people built houses by the lake, such a shame. In Biel it was on the opposite direction from the center of the city, did not find a nice beach. Maybe by car you can find some nice places. I saw on photos that the wine villages around the lake should be pretty nice. But still the lake itself was disappointing in these both cities.
Written 9 March 2021
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Henrique Muniz
Brasilia, DF80 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
With family, friends or alone, a great place to enjoy the nature and the Lake. A must visit place in Biel.
Written 11 December 2018
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Dudekica
Zurich, Switzerland160 contributions
Oct 2017
Get your e-bike on the Biel (Bienne) train station. It is good to reserve it in advance. Put your helmet on abd embark on a journey. Going from the city, you can choose whether you want to do a left or a right side first - if you choose left, be aware that there is a significant climb to do (you will love your e-bike!). At the top you can make a stop and enjoy the view - there is a small power plant there, and you can ride over the bridges. You will pass meadows and forests, to end up in the cutest little city ever. Make sure you stop for a coffee.
Continue through the villages and vineyards along the lake.
Autumn is particularly rewarding, the colors are amazing!
It will take you 6 hours to complete the ride. Or more - depending on your skills and time you want to invest to just sit and observe the beauty of the nature.
This tour can also be done with a classical bike - though there is a difficult stretch where you need to climb up.
Continue through the villages and vineyards along the lake.
Autumn is particularly rewarding, the colors are amazing!
It will take you 6 hours to complete the ride. Or more - depending on your skills and time you want to invest to just sit and observe the beauty of the nature.
This tour can also be done with a classical bike - though there is a difficult stretch where you need to climb up.
Written 13 April 2018
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Zacce
Biel, Switzerland24 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
Having a full day time, sunny weather? This is it! Such a calm way of traveling and seeing the surroundings from a totally different angle. Enjoy the scenery and maybe something to wine and dine... Really a great relaxing way of using your day.
Written 27 June 2016
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mhNew York
New York City, NY421 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Biel /Bienne, a bi-lingual city in Switzerland, does not seem to enjoy a good reputation. But, we found it delightful and worth a 1-2 day visit. Its old city/ vieille ville is very picturesque and peaceful with many good cafes and restaurants and attractive shops. The Lake is very pretty, as is much of the modern city. The Museum (Neues Museum) is quite good. There is something in the air in Biel, many young people, which makes it an attractive place to visit.
Written 27 May 2019
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profDawidL
Wroclaw, Poland43 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
Crystal clear water, loads of attractions.
Nice beach (chf 4 adult), which is nice for younger children. Beautiful place, Recommended.
Nice beach (chf 4 adult), which is nice for younger children. Beautiful place, Recommended.
Written 25 August 2018
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DiamondJs
Okotoks, Canada15 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
We took the boat from Biel/Bienne mid afternoon to Neuchatel. It was scenic and restful. One gets a different perspective of the countryside when viewing it from the lake. A very enjoyable alternative to the train.
Written 18 August 2015
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