Culinary activities

Follow this beautiful path for a pleasant hour of walking between Twann and Ligerz through the Lake Biel winegrowing district, with views over the St. Peter peninsula. A series of informational signs describes the history of the vineyards and of winemaking in this striking landscape.

The impressive Château de Boudry, which rises above the Neuchâtel vineyards, is home to a fascinating museum devoted to the development of grape varieties and winegrowing over the centuries. The château also has a wine bar that offers local wines and other products for tasting.

Cheese is no longer produced at Bellelay abbey in the Bernese Jura. However, visitors can, by appointment, see the historic show-dairy where the celebrated Tête de Moine was once made. The visit can also include a tour, led by a knowledgeable guide, of the impressive abbey church, as well as a cheese tasting – reservations required.

Discover fascinating facts about bees and honey making direct from a beekeeper, here in the meadows of the Val-de-Ruz. Round off your visit with a tasting of products from the beehive, and from other local farms. By reservation only.

A visit to the “house of Gruyère” is an experience for all the senses. Sounds from nature, and the fragrant scent of alpine meadows and of hay, accompany you as you venture into the world of Gruyère AOC. You can watch the cheese makers at work, of course, in the dairy; sample authentic Gruyère AOC specialities in the restaurant, with its terrace; and buy cheese from the shop, along with other specialities and gifts from the region.