Lake Biel: all tickets and tours
Lake Biel
Lake Biel, covering 39.8 km², is one of the three major Jura lakes. It extends across the cantons of Bern and Neuchâtel. Its landscape features vineyards, orchards, and gentle hills. The lake offers numerous leisure activities, including sailing, swimming, and boat trips. The elongated St. Peter's Island is a peninsula near Erlach. You can reach it by boat, the passenger ferry, or on foot from Erlach. On it stands a medieval monastery. There are many hiking and cycling trails around the lake.
Lake Biel, covering 39.8 km², is one of the three major Jura lakes. It extends across the cantons of Bern and Neuchâtel. Its landscape features vineyards, orchards, and gentle hills. The lake offers numerous leisure activities, including sailing, swimming, and boat trips. The elongated St. Peter's Island is a peninsula near Erlach. You can reach it by boat, the passenger ferry, or on foot from Erlach. On it stands a medieval monastery. There are many hiking and cycling trails around the lake.
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Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket
4.73 reviewsOfficial ticketThis boat trip takes you from Biel across Lake Biel to the North of Peter's Island. The one-way journey takes about 50 minutes.
- Sail on the Lake Biel
- Discover the Twannbach Gorge with its waterfalls
- Enjoy the view of the landscape of the Chasseral Nature Park
Guided tours
- Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region1/7

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region
Gstaadper person
from CHF 700
- Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)1/7

Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
Murtenper person
from CHF 1,100
- Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region1/6

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region
Murtenper person
from CHF 700
Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region
Guided toursOn your private hot air balloon ride in the Saanenland, you'll float over picturesque Alpine scenery and mountain villages. You charter your own hot air balloon and enjoy an exclusive experience with your group.
- Charter your own hot air balloon exclusively for your private group in the Saanenland
- Float over lush alpine meadows, forests, and typical mountain villages in the Bernese Oberland
- Enjoy majestic mountain panoramas with peaks around Gstaad and the Saanenland
Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
Guided toursExperience an exclusive weekend on the boat, travelling across the three lakes in the Three-Lake Land. It takes you to the opening weekend of the Ligêrzer Läset. The culinary offerings, combined with regional wines, create an unforgettable tasting experience.
- Embark on an exclusive cruise aboard the Boutique Boatel Attila with modern double cabins
- Enjoy wine tastings and regional delicacies
- Participate in the traditional wine festival "Ligerzer Läset"
Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region
Guided toursOn a private hot-air balloon trip in Seeland, you'll soar over the Three Lakes region with its gentle hills. You charter your own hot-air balloon and enjoy an exclusive experience with your group.
- Charter your own hot air balloon exclusively for your private group in the Seeland
- Float over the Three Lakes region with its sparkling lakes and gentle hills
- Enjoy the panoramic views of fields, forests, and idyllic landscapes from a bird’s eye perspective
Tickets1 Offers
Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket
4.73 reviewsTicketsThis boat trip takes you from Biel across Lake Biel to the North of Peter's Island. The one-way journey takes about 50 minutes.
- Sail on the Lake Biel
- Discover the Twannbach Gorge with its waterfalls
- Enjoy the view of the landscape of the Chasseral Nature Park
Important information
- Ferry ticket Biel to St. Peter's Island North
+ Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. The ticket is non-refundable if you miss the last boat.
Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket
4.73 reviewsTicketsThis boat trip takes you from Biel across Lake Biel to the North of Peter's Island. The one-way journey takes about 50 minutes.
- Sail on the Lake Biel
- Discover the Twannbach Gorge with its waterfalls
- Enjoy the view of the landscape of the Chasseral Nature Park
Important information
- Ferry ticket Biel to St. Peter's Island North
+ Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. The ticket is non-refundable if you miss the last boat.
Guided tours3 Offers
- Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region1/7

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region
Gstaadper person
from CHF 700
- Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)1/7

Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
Murtenper person
from CHF 1,100
- Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region1/6

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region
Murtenper person
from CHF 700
Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region
Guided toursOn your private hot air balloon ride in the Saanenland, you'll float over picturesque Alpine scenery and mountain villages. You charter your own hot air balloon and enjoy an exclusive experience with your group.
- Charter your own hot air balloon exclusively for your private group in the Saanenland
- Float over lush alpine meadows, forests, and typical mountain villages in the Bernese Oberland
- Enjoy majestic mountain panoramas with peaks around Gstaad and the Saanenland
Important information
- Over 1 hour private balloon flight in the air
- About 4 hours total effort
- Free parking
- Safety instructions
- Souvenir
- Group toast
+ Minimum participants: 2 people + You help with setting up the balloon
Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
Guided toursExperience an exclusive weekend on the boat, travelling across the three lakes in the Three-Lake Land. It takes you to the opening weekend of the Ligêrzer Läset. The culinary offerings, combined with regional wines, create an unforgettable tasting experience.
- Embark on an exclusive cruise aboard the Boutique Boatel Attila with modern double cabins
- Enjoy wine tastings and regional delicacies
- Participate in the traditional wine festival "Ligerzer Läset"
Important information
- All trips with Boutique Boatel ATTILA
- Breakfast on the second and third day in the Captain’s Lounge
- Local specialties on the first evening onboard
- Light snack with local specialties on the second day onboard
- Dinner at the excellent restaurant "3 Fische" in Lüscherz on the first evening
- Dinner at the Capitainerie in Le Landeron on the second evening
+ Check-in: Friday at 12:30 at Hotel Bad Murtensee, 3286 Muntelier; departure at 13:30 + Check-out: Sunday at 10:00 at Hotel Bad Murtensee, Muntelier + The price is for a double cabin for two people + The cruise takes place in all weather conditions.
Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region
Guided toursOn a private hot-air balloon trip in Seeland, you'll soar over the Three Lakes region with its gentle hills. You charter your own hot-air balloon and enjoy an exclusive experience with your group.
- Charter your own hot air balloon exclusively for your private group in the Seeland
- Float over the Three Lakes region with its sparkling lakes and gentle hills
- Enjoy the panoramic views of fields, forests, and idyllic landscapes from a bird’s eye perspective
Important information
- over 1:00 hour private balloon flight in the air
- approx. 4:00 hours total duration
- Free parking spaces
- Safety instructions
- Souvenir
- Group toast
+ Minimum participants: 2 people + You help with setting up the balloon
Which ticket is right for you?
Tickets for Lake Biel differ by starting point and what's included — here's how to find the right one.
The 4 offers in comparison
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| Price | PriceCHF 29per person | PriceCHF 700per person | PriceCHF 700per person | PriceCHF 1,100per person |
| Rating | Rating4.7 / 53 Reviews | |||
| Popularity | Popularity12 booked | Popularity1 booked | ||
| Duration | Duration4 hr | Duration4 hr | Duration72 hr | |
| Meeting point | Meeting pointSchiffsanlegestelle Biel, Badhausstrasse 1A, 2503 Biel | Meeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter | Meeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter | Meeting pointHotel Bad Murtensee, Hauptstrasse 5, 3286 Muntelier, Schweiz |
| Languages | LanguagesGerman, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Russian | LanguagesGerman, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Russian | ||
| Provider | ProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB | ProviderTake Off Balloon | ProviderTake Off Balloon | ProviderReederei Vully AG |
| Cancellation | CancellationFreeup to 24 hours before | CancellationFreeup to 168 hours before | CancellationFreeup to 168 hours before | CancellationFreeup to 168 hours before |
| Check availability | Check availability | Check availability | Check availability |
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Activities near Lake Biel
- Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket

Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket
4.7(3)Bielper person
from CHF 29
- Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)

Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
Murtenper person
from CHF 1,100
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