The Magic of the Murten Light Festival

17 January 2026

From the old town to the shore of the Murtensee/Lac Morat, immersive and interactive works transform Murten (from 21 January to 1 February 2026) into an open-air stage. The magic of the Murten Light Festival does not just happen on the streets – it begins long before, in the creative process.

A programme committee carefully selects works that will shape the tour: poetic installations, interactive works, spectacular or immersive contributions – a balanced mix that invites a wide audience to marvel.

This artistic journey is made possible by everyone who participates: established artists, young creatives from the canton and school classes taking their first steps in light art.

Together, they transform Murten (Morat in French) into an open stage for twelve days, immersing visitors in a dream world where the old town becomes a place of experience and exchange.

(Source and further information: Murten Lichtfestival)