Fribourg is the ideal city to discover in 2 or 3 days. A city on a human scale, it’s easy to find your way around and admire the architectural treasures to be found in the medieval alleys and the original market stalls in the old town. Fribourg’s gastronomy is as famous as its cultural heritage. Concerts, festivals, shows, exhibitions… there’s never a dull moment, thanks to the Fribourg people’s ability to bring their city to life all year round.
Thanks to our accommodation offers, you can take full advantage of the sometimes unsuspected treasures of Switzerland’s most beautiful and best-preserved medieval city. With the Fribourg City Card, valid for one or two days, visit Fribourg at your leisure.
Gourmet weekend
In 2023, Fribourg joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the “Gastronomy” category. From the famous fondue in a historic restaurant in the Old Town to a gourmet menu in a Michelin-starred restaurant, you won’t be disappointed. Both traditional and innovative, the gastronomic offerings are sure to please even the most discerning palate. Read more about our top tips for a gourmet weekend.
Culture and relaxation
Throughout the year, a rich and varied cultural program awaits you: shows of all kinds during the Equilibre-Nuithonie season, classical music concerts, contemporary music concerts, rock and pop concerts at the legendary Fri-Son Hall or at Le Nouveau-Monde, open-air summer festivals… You will be spoilt for choice. Urbanspa also welcomes you all year round for a moment of peace and deep relaxation in the heart of the city.
History comes to life in Fribourg!
Who hasn’t dreamed of immersing oneself in the labyrinth of time and reliving, for a day, the fascinating hours of a bygone era? Fribourg offers you the opportunity to do just that, with a range of activities designed to take you on a journey.
Travel along the imposing medieval fortifications or step back in time to the colorful daily life of the Year of Our Lord 1606. Whether you want to learn or have fun, outdoors or indoors, using digital tools or parchment, we have something for everyone.