The history of the Abbey Church of Payerne is a human adventure. The building is one of the largest masterpieces of roman art in Switzerland, built a thousand years ago. The lives of the historical figures that shaped its development are fascinating
Learn more on our immersive, interactive discovery tour!
What’s on
Temporary Exhibition – “Louis Bosset (1880–1950): From Compass to Trowel”
From 5 September 2025 to 21 February 2026
Organ concert: Antonio Garcia (Bern)
Saturday, 7 March 2026 at 6:15 pm, at the parish church
Exhibition – A glimpse into the collections: Storage, restoration, exhibition
From 20 March to 21 June 2026
Good Friday concert: Markuspassion by Johann Sebastian Bach (1726)
Friday, 3 April 2026 at 3:00 pm
Museum Night – Northern Canton of Fribourg (Power Play)
Saturday, 9 May 2026, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Your visit
The discovery tour
The discovery tour offers new insights into the history of the biggest roman church of Switzerland and into the lives of the people connected to it.History and patrimony
Shortly before the year 1000, an active religious life developed in Payerne, supported by the royal family of Upper Burgundy.News
Sunday, 22 February 2026: Exceptional Closure
On Sunday, 22 February 2026, the Abbatiale, the discovery trail and the reception desk will be exceptionally closed due to the Brandons de Payerne parade.
Cultural Season 2026: A Year in Rhythm
The Association du site de l’Abbatiale de Payerne (ASAP) unveils the highlights of its 2026 cultural season, a richer program than ever, announcing a particularly dynamic year!
Vaudois archaeology from every angle: three exhibitions, three perspectives
During the winter of 2025–2026, Vaudois archaeology becomes the common thread linking three emblematic sites in the canton of Vaud: the Abbatiale of Payerne, Chillon Castle and the Palais de Rumine.
New: The Payerne Museum Pass
Visit the Abbey Church of Payerne and the Clin d’Ailes Museum with one discounted combined ticket.
Prices and opening hours
PREPARING YOUR INDIVIDUAL VISIT
Individual visitors discover the Abbey Church in an hour and a half thanks to our immersive and interactive audio-guided tour.
PREPARING YOUR GROUP VISIT
We offer different exciting and entertaining activities for groups, like guided tours or tastings.
