Lake Biel: all tickets and tours

4.7 out of 5 3 verified reviewsTickets from the operator Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBBfrom CHF 29

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
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Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket

4.73 reviewsOfficial ticket

This 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
Free cancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Starting pointSchiffsanlegestelle Biel, Badhausstrasse 1A, 2503 Biel
fromCHF 29per person
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Guided tours

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region
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Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region

Guided tours

On 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
Duration4 hr
Free cancellationFree up to 168 hours before
LanguagesGerman · French · Italian · English · Spanish · Russian
Meeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter
fromCHF 700per person
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Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
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Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)

Guided tours

Experience 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"
Duration72 hr
Free cancellationFree up to 168 hours before
Meeting pointHotel Bad Murtensee, Hauptstrasse 5, 3286 Muntelier, Schweiz
fromCHF 1,100per person
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Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region
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Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region

Guided tours

On 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
Duration4 hr
Free cancellationFree up to 168 hours before
LanguagesGerman · French · Italian · English · Spanish · Russian
Meeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter
fromCHF 700per person
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Official tickets from the operator — Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB
Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket
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Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket

4.73 reviewsTickets

This 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
Inclusions
  • Ferry ticket Biel to St. Peter's Island North
Important information

+ Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. The ticket is non-refundable if you miss the last boat.

Free cancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Meeting pointSchiffsanlegestelle Biel, Badhausstrasse 1A, 2503 Biel
fromCHF 29per person
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Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket
1/5
In demand

Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North Ticket

4.73 reviewsTickets

This 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
Inclusions
  • Ferry ticket Biel to St. Peter's Island North
Important information

+ Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. The ticket is non-refundable if you miss the last boat.

Free cancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Meeting pointSchiffsanlegestelle Biel, Badhausstrasse 1A, 2503 Biel
fromCHF 29per person
Check availability

Guided tours3 Offers

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region
1/7

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland Region

Guided tours

On 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
Inclusions
  • Over 1 hour private balloon flight in the air
  • About 4 hours total effort
  • Free parking
  • Safety instructions
  • Souvenir
  • Group toast
Important information

+ Minimum participants: 2 people + You help with setting up the balloon

Duration4 hrs
Free cancellationFree up to 168 hours before
LanguagesGerman · French · Italian · English · Spanish · Russian
Meeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter
fromCHF 700per person
Check availability
Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
1/7
Only a few dates left

Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)

Guided tours

Experience 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
Inclusions
  • 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
Important information

+ 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.

Duration72 hrs
Free cancellationFree up to 168 hours before
Meeting pointHotel Bad Murtensee, Hauptstrasse 5, 3286 Muntelier, Schweiz
fromCHF 1,100per person
Check availability
Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region
1/6

Private Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland Region

Guided tours

On 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
Inclusions
  • over 1:00 hour private balloon flight in the air
  • approx. 4:00 hours total duration
  • Free parking spaces
  • Safety instructions
  • Souvenir
  • Group toast
Important information

+ Minimum participants: 2 people + You help with setting up the balloon

Duration4 hrs
Free cancellationFree up to 168 hours before
LanguagesGerman · French · Italian · English · Spanish · Russian
Meeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem Anbieter
fromCHF 700per person
Check availability

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

The 4 offers in comparison
Boat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North TicketBoat Trip Biel - St. Peter's Island North TicketPrivate Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland RegionPrivate Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Saanenland RegionPrivate Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland RegionPrivate Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Seeland RegionLigerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)Ligerzer Läset Wine Cruise (9–11 October 2026)
PricePriceCHF 29per personCheapestPriceCHF 700per personPriceCHF 700per personPriceCHF 1,100per person
RatingRating4.7 / 53 ReviewsBest
PopularityPopularity12 bookedMost bookedPopularity1 booked
DurationDuration4 hrDuration4 hrDuration72 hr
Meeting pointMeeting pointSchiffsanlegestelle Biel, Badhausstrasse 1A, 2503 Biel Meeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem AnbieterMeeting pointBitte vereinbare den genauen Treffpunkt nach der Buchung mit dem AnbieterMeeting pointHotel Bad Murtensee, Hauptstrasse 5, 3286 Muntelier, Schweiz
LanguagesLanguagesGerman, French, Italian, English, Spanish, RussianLanguagesGerman, French, Italian, English, Spanish, Russian
ProviderProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBBProviderTake Off BalloonProviderTake Off BalloonProviderReederei Vully AG
CancellationCancellationFreeup to 24 hours beforeCancellationFreeup to 168 hours beforeCancellationFreeup to 168 hours beforeCancellationFreeup to 168 hours before
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