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Lyss

Lyss is a town and municipality in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. It lies in the Seeland region on the western bank of the Aare river near Lake Biel, about 20 to 25 kilometers northeast of Bern. It is part of the district of Seeland and is within commuting distance of the canton's capital.

History: The area around Lyss has medieval origins and is first mentioned in records from the Middle

Geography: The landscape is largely flat, with fertile agricultural land and the Aare forming part of its

Politics and administration: Lyss is governed by a municipal council led by a mayor. It belongs to

Economy and infrastructure: The local economy combines services, retail, light manufacturing, and agriculture. The town is

Culture and education: Lyss maintains community facilities, schools, and cultural associations that host events and sports

Ages.
The
town
grew
as
a
crossing
point
on
the
Aare
and
developed
with
agriculture
and
local
trade.
In
the
20th
century
it
expanded
with
industry
and
residential
development.
boundary.
The
climate
is
temperate,
typical
of
the
Swiss
plateau.
the
canton
of
Bern
and
to
the
district
of
Seeland.
served
by
Lyss
railway
station
on
the
Bern–Biel/Bienne
corridor,
providing
regional
connections
to
Bern
and
Biel/Bienne,
as
well
as
local
bus
services.
activities.
The
town
is
part
of
a
broader
regional
network
of
educational
institutions,
including
primary
and
secondary
schools.