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Fribourg Tourisme et Région

Place Jean-Tinguely 1

1701 Fribourg

T +41 (0)26 350 11 11

F +41 (0)26 350 11 12

[email protected]

http://www.fribourgtourisme.ch

Freiburg, nestled on a rock promontory, is surrounded on three sides by the Saane River. It is one of

the largest medieval towns in Üechtland. Over 200 unique Gothic facades from the 15th century

impart incomparable medieval charm to the Old Town.

Ramparts that are over two kilometers long used to protect the city in the past. Remnants of the

walls, turrets and bastions are still preserved. Most impressive, however, is the Cathedral of Freiburg

with its extraordinarily beautiful stained-glass windows. Construction started in 1283 and continued in

several stages. Dedicated to St. Nicholas, it boasts a 74-meter-high tower that offers a fantastic

panoramic view.

Another good viewpoint is the Italian-style early Baroque Loreto Chapel. From the Neuveville district

Fribourg / FreiburgDrinking a cup of coffee in a leisurely fashion, admiring the old facades and beautiful fountains, listening to two local languages or gazing from the 74-meter spire of the Cathedral far into the countryside - this is an experience enjoyed in Fribourg (Freiburg).

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General Info

Important holidays 2012 in Fribourg / Freiburg01. Jan 2012 Su New Year� s Day

02. Jan 2012 Mo Saint Berchtold

06. Apr 2012 Fr Good Friday

08. Apr 2012 Su Easter

09. Apr 2012 Mo Easter Monday

17. May 2012 Th Ascension Day

27. May 2012 Su Whitsun

28. May 2012 Mo Whit Monday

07. Jun 2012 Th Corpus Christi

01. Aug 2012 We Swiss National Holiday

15. Aug 2012 We Assumption Day

01. Nov 2012 Th All Saints´ Day

08. Dec 2012 Sa Immaculate Conception

25. Dec 2012 Tu Christmas

26. Dec 2012 We St. Stephen´s Day

Opening hours

Shops/shopping

Monday - Friday: 8.30 am - 7 pm

Saturday: 8.30 am - 4 pm

Late night shopping: Thursday, 8.30 am - 10

pm

Banks and currency exchange

Monday - Friday: 8.30 am - 12 noon / 1.30

pm - 5 pm

Saturday: 8.30 am - 12 noon / closed in the

afternoon

Public authorities and offices

Monday - Friday: 8 am - 12 noon / 1.30 pm -

5 pm

Saturday: closed

Canton: Fribourg

Postcode/ZIP: 1700 - 1701

Language: Französisch

Important phone numbers

Emergency calls:

117 Police

118 Fire

144 Ambulance

1414 Swiss heli rescue

General information:

1811 General information such as eg

doctors, theater, etc.

140 Breakdown Service

162 Weather Information

163 Road conditions

187 Avalanche Bulletin

(in the Lower Town), a funicular railway takes you up to the pedestrianised area of the Upper Town.

Fribourg is a lively university town, with many students from all over the world, making this a

cosmopolitan, multi-faceted mini-metropolis. In the narrow alleyways are tightly packed rows of little

boutiques, antique shops, student cafés and restaurants, offering local and foreign specialities.

One of the favourite destinations for art-lovers is the "Espace Jean Tinguely et Niki de Saint Phalle",

housed in a former tram depot. More works by the two artists can be found on the Sculpture Trail

through the town centre. Modern art is on display in the Fri-Art Gallery. Children will love the Puppet

Museum or the highly educational Natural History Museum.

It is worth making an excursion to Hauterive Abbey, a Cistercian abbey founded in 1137, and once a

stopping place on the pilgrims' route to Santiago de Compostela.

Highlights

● Fribourg Old Town – Gothic facades, pretty fountains, cosy cafés and inns, full of the charm of

bygone days.

● Espace Jean Tinguely et Niki de Saint Phalle – this museum is dedicated to the sculptor Jean

Tinguely and his wife, the artist Niki de Saint Phalle.

● St. Nicolas Cathedral – started according to German construction plans and finished to meet

French wishes, with magnificent stained glass windows.

● Funicular of Fribourg - The line was opened in 1899 and links the town centre to the Basse-Ville

(the lower area of the town).

● Gruyères/Greyerz – not far from Fribourg is the village of Gruyères /Greyerz, where you can see

the famous cheese of the same name being produced in a show cheesery.

● Murten – this little medieval town on the south-east bank of Lake Murten has a complete town

wall and a pleasant promenade beside the lake, where there is a wide range of water sports

available.


A perfect day in Fribourg.Fribourg (known in German as Freiburg) builds bridges: between the Latin and Germanic cultures, as well as between the French and German languages. Bridges also dominate the urban landscape: no less than 15 span the River Sarine, from the old bridge of St. Apolline (built in 1147) to the wooden Pont de Berne (1653) and the Grandfey viaduct, a daring structure inspired by Gustave Eiffel.

11:00Arriving at the “du Gothard”

A stroll through Fribourg is a journey through the Middle Ages.

Thanks to the Zähringer dynasty, the Old Town, with its three

levels, is one of Europe’s largest. Thanks to the student

population, the city is buzzing – not least with cultural events. And

thanks to venues such as the Café du Gothard, one of the most

beautiful and popular brasseries in Fribourg, you can enjoy the

charming atmosphere of this city up close.

12:00A gastronomic adventure

Gourmets who enjoy leafing through the pages of the renowned

GaultMillau gastro guide will know the name well: chef Pierrot

Ayer is a Fribourg institution. Now he has put his name to the

reopening of the Restaurant Le Sauvage in the romantic Hotel Au

Sauvage in the heart of the Old Town. The refurbished premises

have a stylish new look, the perfect setting for a deliciously

innovative seasonal cuisine.

14:00Putting in the Old Town

How about a post-prandial round of golf? Families and groups can

try their hand at a very unusual 18-hole course – leading right

through the Old Town. City Golf is a playful cross between mini-

golf and SwinGolf, and a fun way to explore the beautiful historic

heart of Fribourg. All you need is a three-sided club – and a map

to get you started.

16:30A new life for old walls

The Art and History Museum occupies a group of very different

buildings. Only a small part of the ensemble was purpose-built,

namely two rooms for special exhibitions (1964). The rest of the

museum is housed in three structures erected for very different

purposes: a Renaissance-era palace and a 19th-century abattoir

and arsenal. Today they all show art of outstanding quality.


18:00Aperitif with a view

It is quite possible that on the terrace of the Café-Restaurant de la

Clef you’ll hear a curious mixture of French and German known

as Bolze that is spoken only in Fribourg. Do as the locals do, and

celebrate aperitif-time – while enjoying bewitching views across

the River Sarine and of the Cathedral of St. Nicholas.

19:30Cult cuisine The Restaurant du Grand Pont La Tour Rouge enjoys a peaceful

and idyllic location next to the Zähringen bridge on the edge of the

Old Town. Complementing the exquisite creations of head chef

Marcel Conus are the views from the terrace, especially

spectacular at sunset. You can enjoy the same five-star vista

over the Old Town from the terrace of the brasserie, which

serves a range of simpler dishes.

24:00Au Parc Hotel Located just a few minutes from the city centre, this modern four-

star hotel is notable for its friendly, experienced staff and the great

attention that they show to every guest’s needs. 71 modern hotel

rooms, suites and hotel apartments guarantee a deep and

wholesome night’s sleep.


Current events

26OCT

Dance : Esquisse d'Orient

International bellydance festival.

30OCT

Fribug Revue satirique de Fribourg

10NOV

Exhibition : Pour une grammaire du hasard

Si la peinture a longtemps été associée à des notions telles que

la permanence ou la maîtrise, elle excelle aussi à s'accommoder

de l'accidentel, du temporaire ou de l'instable. L'exposition

présentée ici focalise sur la production même de l'oeuvre

picturale : les déterminismes des matériaux, les coïncidences et

les compositions temporaires semblent ainsi s'ériger en principes

de construction.

Fri-Art · Petites-Rames 22 · 1700 Fribourg · T +41 (0)26 323 23 51 · F +41 (0)26 323 15 34 ·

[email protected] · www.fri-art.ch

22DEC

Chanson : Laurent Brunetti

Concert de Noël avec les invités du chanteur.

Le Bilboquet · Rte de la Fonderie 8b · 1700 Fribourg · T +41 (0)26 424 32 62 · F +41 (0)26 424 32 62

· [email protected] · www.lebilboquet.ch

18JAN

Chanson : Roger Jendly chante et raconte Robert Lamoureux20:30 Uhr

Spectacle de cabaret autour de Robert Lamoureux. Piano : Max

Jendly Saxophone : Yvan Ischer Contrebasse : Jean-Yves Petiot



23JAN

A Midsummer Night's Dream - The Ballets de Monte-Carlo20:00 Uhr

Free adaptation of Shakespeare's work. Twenty dancers shine in

this erotic comedy, true to the spirit dream.

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25JAN

Humour : Sandrine Viglino20:30 Uhr

Un humour inspiré de Chaplin, Devos, Coluche, Debouzze, De

Funès, les Nuls, Carabine FM, Daniel Prévost, Desproges, Muriel

Robin, Dubosc, Florence Foresti, les Inconnus et sa grand-mère.






Architecture

Historic: Fribourg Cathedral

A charming town nestled in between the meanders of its river, the

Sarine, Fribourg is considered to be one of the most beautiful

medieval settlements in Europe. Since it was founded by the

Dukes of Zahringen in 1157, the town has been able to combine

tradition and modernity perfectly.

Fribourg Tourisme

Avenue de la Gare 1

Case postale 1120

1701 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 350 11 11

Fax +41 (0)26 350 11 12

[email protected]

Contemporary: Fribourg State Bank by Mario Botta

This is located on the Boulevard de Pérolles and was established

between 1978 and 1981. It is a typical example of the architect

Mario Botta's work.

La Banque cantonale de Fribourg

Boulevard de Pérolles

1700 Fribourg

Contemporary: Ancienne Gare

The new Freiburg cultural centre in the premises of the former

station in the town centre. "Nouveau Monde", the International

Film Festival and the Belluard Bollwerk Festival will have their

new home here. Opening: September 2007


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The Bern (wooden) Bridge

The last covered wooden bridge in Fribourg dates back to 1653.

Fribourg Tourisme

Av. de la Gare 1

1701 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 350 11 11

[email protected]

Historic: Miséricorde University

The only bilingual Swiss university was founded in 1889. The

architecture of the Miséricorde building, which was created by

Fernand Dumas and Denis Honegger, is typical of the years

between 1939 and 1941.

L'université de Miséricorde

Le trésor de la basilique Notre Dame

Fribourg




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Bars

Bar: La Habana A tropical atmosphere in the centre of Fribourg.

Le Cuba

Rue de Romont 1

1700 Fribourg

Tel. + 41 (0)26 321 28 38

Bar: The Banshees' Lodge

Small, Irish bar in the heart of Freiburg's Old Town.



Bar: Le Quai The meeting-place near the new university and College of

Technology and Business Studies. The bar is in a large

warehouse.



Bar: Lapart Small, cosy bar in the town centre.



City parks

Park/Garden: Grand Places Park

Large green space in the town centre, with a Jean Tinguely

fountain dedicated to the Formula 1 driver Jo Siffert.

Parc de Grandes Places








Park/Garden: Domino Park

Green picnic area in the middle of the Fribourg commercial area.

Parc du Domino

Park/Garden: Terrain du Guintzet

Sports field and games area, with a great view over Fribourg and

the Alpine foothills.

Terrain du Guintzet

City Tours

Themed Walk Every September and October the lower part of Fribourg and its Auge quarter are transformed into a

magical world. Visitors discover wonderful places in the old town, find out about its secret nooks and

crannies and learn about the people living there. A different theme is chosen every year and is

guaranteed to enthrall children and adults alike.

Entry:

Free

Opening hours:

Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.



City tour: Tour of the Town by Mini Train

Visit the picturesque places around the town and lose yourself in

the medieval atmosphere of the Old Town. Commentary is

available in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish .

Fribourg Tourisme

Av. de la Gare 1

1701 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 350 11 11

[email protected]

City tour: Jean-Tinguely Niki de Saint Phalle

Guided tour of the Espace Jean-Tinguely Niki de Saint Phalle.

Fribourg Tourisme

Av. de la Gare 1

1701 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 350 11 11

[email protected]




City tour: Various Guided Tours

Steps, fountains, plants, the treasure of the Notre Dame Basilica,

the University... Accompanied by competent and enthusiastic

guides.

Fribourg Tourisme

Av. de la Gare 1

1701 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 350 11 11

[email protected]

Places To Be

Belvedere Terrace Café

One of the most beautiful terraces in the whole town. Provides a

magnificent view over the old medieval part of Fribourg. The

inside of the café was designed in the 1960s.

Café - Terrasse du Belvédère

Grand'Rue 36

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 323 44 07

Place Georges Python

A square in the pedestrian zone which has a beautiful bandstand.

Jazz festivals take place here in the summer.

Place Georges Python

Rue de Romont Pedestrian shopping street in the town centre.

Rue de Romont

Restaurants

Belvedere Terrace Café

One of the most beautiful terraces in the whole town. Provides a

magnificent view over the old medieval part of Fribourg. The

inside of the café was designed in the 1960s.

Café - Terrasse du Belvédère

Grand'Rue 36

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 323 44 07


Traditional: Le Midi

Fondue restaurant in a typical wood-panelled setting.

Le Midi

Rue de Romont 25

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 322 31 33

[email protected]

Traditional: La Clef

Serves local dishes.

La Clef

Planche-Supérieure 2

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 322 11 92

[email protected]

Trendy: Le Pérolles

17 Gault & Millau points. Winner of the Gault & Millau prize for

Best French-Swiss Restaurant 2003.

Le Pérolles

Bd Pérolles 18a

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 347 40 30

Trendy: Le Beausite

Restaurant / brasserie, serving fish specialties in a real 'Parisian

brasserie' environment.

Le Beausite

Rte de Villars 1

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 424 66 46

[email protected]

Trendy: L'Epée Restaurant / brasserie with a terrace overlooking the Cathedral and the medieval houses in the old

part of town.

L'Epée

Planche Supérieure 39

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 322 34 07.





Traditional: Le Gothard

Typical restaurant in the castle district. You can find Freiburg

specialities here.



Traditional: Des 3 Rois

Old Town restaurant with traditional cuisine.


+41 (0)26 350 11 12 · [email protected] · www.fribourgtourisme.ch / www.trois-rois.ch

Trendy: TM Café / Le Talk Wine

Bar/café on two floors, in the pedestrian zone.


+41 (0)26 350 11 12 · [email protected] · www.fribourgtourisme.ch / www.tmcafe.ch

Sculptures

Jean Tinguely Fountain

The fountain is in a park and is dedicated to the famous Formula

1 racing driver Jo Siffert. Approximately thirty works of art are

displayed in the open air and are listed in a guide suggesting an

original tour of the town (pieces by Stämpfli, Serra, Lüginbühl...).

Fontaine Jean Tinguely

1700 Fribourg

'La Lune' (the Moon) by Niki de Saint Phalle

A colourful and original piece of art in the garden of the Art and

History Museum (there are 4 other pieces in the garden).

Musée d'art et d'histoire

Rue de Morat 12

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 305 51 40

Shopping






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http://www.tmcafe.ch/

Villars Master Chocolatier (Shop)

One of the last surviving handmade chocolate factories in

Switzerland. Take a coffee break with a taste of Kirsch-scented

cherries dipped in chocolate or banana-filled chocolates in the

café of the historic Chocolat Villars factory for a glimpse of old

chocolate traditions and a chance to buy Villars products.

Shop Maîtres

Chocolatiers Villars

Rte de la Fonderie 2

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 426 65 00

Espace Jean Tinguely Niki de Saint Phalle - Shop

Here you can buy souvenirs relating to the two world-famous

artists' masterpieces.

Shop Espace Jean Tinguely

Niki de Saint Phalle

Rue de Morat 2

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 305 51 70

Galerie Hostettler Artistic jeweller.

Galerie Hostettler

Rue des Epouses 18

1700 Fribourg

Tel. +41 (0)26 323 24 03

Käserei und Souvenirs

Cheese-making and souvenirs. At this cheese-makers near the

station, you can find various fondue mixes and souvenirs.



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