Sport plays a central role in the lives of the people of Fribourg, conveying social, educational and cultural values. It also contributes to their well-being through its benefits for health, prevention and the local economy.

The canton of Fribourg does its utmost to promote sport at all levels. From the earliest age, physical education is integrated into the compulsory school curriculum to encourage movement and healthy lifestyles. This approach continues in secondary education, whether in vocational training or at the gymnasium. Thanks to the Sport-Art-Formation program, talented young people can combine their studies with top-level sporting activities, paving the way for future success.

Fribourg is also a region of sporting talent and renowned clubs that inspire the population. Among them: Mathilde Gremaud (slopestvle world champion in 2023 and Olympic gold medallist in Beijing in 2022), Romain Collaud (wrestler crowned at the Fête fédérale de lutte in Pratteln in 2022), Audrey Werro, (junior 800m world vice-champion in 2022), Rémi Bonnet (Golden Trail World Series champion and winner of the Patrouille des Glaciers in 2022), Fribourg-Gottéron (ice hockey club in the National League) and Fribourg Olympic Basket (major player in the National A League, with the most successful record in Swiss basketball history).

At the same time, the sports events sector is booming. In 2026, Fribourg will be at the center of international attention when it hosts the World Hockey Championship, organized jointly with the city of Zurich.

With its commitment, infrastructure and talent. Fribourg is establishing itself as a true land of sport and performance.