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City tour "«Dr Franzos» (The Frenchman) in the castle Jegenstorf"
No dry history lesson: at Jegenstorf Castle, soldier Jean Roch Coignet invites you on an entertaining journey back in time to the 18th century, when the French invaded Bern. He guides you through the historical site and enthrals you with exciting facts and amusing anecdotes.
Useful information
- Spring
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- Autumn
- Language
- German
- Canton of Bern
This tour centres on the occupation of Bern in 1798, when Napoleon conquered half of Europe. The Bernese were defeated by the French in the Battle of Grauholz. As a result, Jegenstorf Castle was also occupied by them and from then on served as their living quarters.
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A guide takes on the role of legionnaire Jean Roche Coignet and recounts his experiences of this moving time with a French accent and plenty of humour. Why were the French the first to plunder the wine cellar and why was the owner of the castle at the time, Johann Rudolf Stürler, otherwise spared? Participants will learn this and other exciting facts on this scenic tour.
Guided tours and language offers
- CHF 300.00
Meeting point
City Tours Bern
Bahnhofplatz 10a
3011 Bern