Aarberg-General
Tourismus Aarberg, Stadtplatz 29, Aarberg 3270 - Switzerland
Phone: +41 (0)32 392 60 60
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Aarberg is located approximately 13 km south of Biel at an altitude about 455 metres and has a population of some 4,000; it was founded around 1220 by Count Ulrich III of Neuchâtel. The town, including the old wooden covered bridge over the RiverAare, is listed as a heritage site of national significance. Features include the castle which was originally built in the 13th century and is now the town hall and a police station, the late-Gothic church dating from 1576 and the Stadplatz. The castle has a gallery with the coats of arms of over 80 provincial governors.
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