Avenches & Murten

Yesterday, we had the chance to go to Avenches & Murten as part of the European studies class. Switzerland was once part of the Roman Empire, so we started by viewing some Roman ruins left in Avenches, some of which is currently being restored.

They actually still host concerts in this restored Roman ampitheatre.

We then spent the rest of the afternoon in Murten, which is a restored Medieval town nearby. Though small, the town is beautiful, with the gorgeous brown roofs and cobblestone streets. We could actually walk a large length of the rampart walls to get a neat view of the town from above!

Sydney couldn't get over the beautiful birdhouses situated on all of the roofs! I'm pretty sure she has decided to retire here :).

Murten is located on Lake Morat. It was an incredibly hot day in Murten, over 35C, so many students jumped into the lake to cool off! A great way to end the excursion out.

Tim & Elviene