Murtensee: all tickets and tours
Murtensee
Lake Murten covers an area of 22.8 km². It is the smallest of the three major Jura lakes after Lake Neuchâtel and Lake Biel. It stretches across the cantons of Fribourg and Vaud and is renowned for its idyllic shores and picturesque landscapes. The lake is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, especially sailors and windsurfers. Around the lake, there are numerous cycling and hiking trails. The historic town of Murten on the lakeside has a well-preserved old town and medieval fortifications. By the way, Lake Murten also features the longest natural sandy beach in Europe.
Lake Murten covers an area of 22.8 km². It is the smallest of the three major Jura lakes after Lake Neuchâtel and Lake Biel. It stretches across the cantons of Fribourg and Vaud and is renowned for its idyllic shores and picturesque landscapes. The lake is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, especially sailors and windsurfers. Around the lake, there are numerous cycling and hiking trails. The historic town of Murten on the lakeside has a well-preserved old town and medieval fortifications. By the way, Lake Murten also features the longest natural sandy beach in Europe.
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Boat trip between Murten and Neuchâtel ticket
4.01 reviewsOfficial ticketThis boat trip takes you between Lake Murten and Lake Neuchâtel across the canal. The one-way trip between Murten and Neuchâtel takes about 1:45 hours.
- Sail on the Lake of Murten
- Consider the vineyards of Vully
- Enjoy the ride along the Broye Canal
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 between Murten and Neuchâtel ticket
4.01 reviewsTicketsThis boat trip takes you between Lake Murten and Lake Neuchâtel across the canal. The one-way trip between Murten and Neuchâtel takes about 1:45 hours.
- Sail on the Lake of Murten
- Consider the vineyards of Vully
- Enjoy the ride along the Broye Canal
Important information
- Ferry ticket between Murten and Neuchâtel
+ Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. The ticket cannot be refunded if you miss the last ship.
Boat trip between Murten and Neuchâtel ticket
4.01 reviewsTicketsThis boat trip takes you between Lake Murten and Lake Neuchâtel across the canal. The one-way trip between Murten and Neuchâtel takes about 1:45 hours.
- Sail on the Lake of Murten
- Consider the vineyards of Vully
- Enjoy the ride along the Broye Canal
Important information
- Ferry ticket between Murten and Neuchâtel
+ Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. The ticket cannot be refunded if you miss the last ship.
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?
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The 4 offers in comparison
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| Price | PriceCHF 29per person | PriceCHF 700per person | PriceCHF 700per person | PriceCHF 1,100per person |
| Rating | Rating4.0 / 51 Reviews | |||
| Popularity | Popularity13 booked | Popularity1 booked | ||
| Duration | Duration4 hr | Duration4 hr | Duration72 hr | |
| Meeting point | Meeting pointFährterminal im Hafen Murten, 3280 Murten | 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 |
Murtensee on the map
Bookable experiences, places and events at a glance
Activities near Murtensee
- Boat trip between Murten and Neuchâtel ticket

Boat trip between Murten and Neuchâtel ticket
4.0(1)Murtenper 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
- Evening Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Swiss Mittelland from Fribourg

Evening Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Swiss Mittelland from Fribourg
Fribourgper person
from CHF 340
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