A tradition of Fribourg during which food and conviviality between family and friends are at the heart of the programme.
Bénichon Market
On Saturday from 9am to 6pm and on Sunday from 9am to 5pm, a craft market offering local products will delight all visitors.
Competition for the best Bénichon mustard in the canton of Fribourg
Candidates compete in two categories: amateurs and professionals. The most delicious preparation wins the title of the best Bénichon mustard in the canton of Fribourg. The mustard competition takes place on Saturday morning on the Place de l'Eglise or under the arcades (in case of bad weather). For more information and to register, click here.
Free rides in a horse-drawn cart
On Saturday and Sunday from 11.00 am to 3.00 pm, 20-minute horse-drawn carriage rides through the town of Estavayer-le-Lac are organised and free of charge (please register in advance by e-mail tourisme@estavayerlelac.ch or by phone at the Tourist Office). The route starts at the Fontaine du Vucheret.
Bénichon Farm
Farm animals will be present in the Rue du Musée.
There will be live music in the Grand Rue, Rue de l'Hôtel de Ville and in the canteen. There are merry-go-rounds on the Place du Casino.
Little Train
The route of the Little Train will be adjusted during the event. However, the city centre, Château and Nouvelle Plage stops will be served at the same times as usual.
New this year:
This year, a card game will take place on Fridays under the festive canteen. The entry fee is CHF 20.- per team of two, and booking is compulsory.
Free of charge event
Dates and timetable
From 29 to 31 Aug 2025
Estavayer-le-Lac Région
Place des Bastians 1
1470 Estavayer-le-Lac
+41 26 301 60 30
