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29.05.2010
Discover and visit various museums of Fribourg during the night.
 

30.05.2010 - A fun run up and down the city's steps!
 

The Estivale Open Air is one of Switzerland's most beautiful lakeside festivals. From 28th July to 1st August.
 

The National Day Celebration (1st of August) is solemnized in different ways: at the lakeshore, in the city or in the mountains.
 

Rock Oz'Arènes has long been called the smallest of the bigger festivals, but don't let that put you off.
 

Looking for happiness ? In this case, « estavayate » yourself !
Come and visit our big second hand trade that takes place in the whole medieval city with animations, refreshments and food corners. From 13th to 15th August.
 

17.08.2010 -  22.08.2010
In August of each year the streets of Fribourg are buzzing with folklore groups from across the globe.
 

Also this year is the traditional annual Murten City Party a social and cultural event-highlight. As always, guests get delicacies in the main street. Different presentations and games are arranged for entertainment and fun.
 

Bagpipe tunes, flying tree trunks and a laid back atmosphere have almost become a tradition in St. Ursen in the canton of Fribourg.
 

Classical music festival in the medieval market town of Murten.
 

Within Septembre Pictural, La Taverne des Poètes celebrates its 12 years. Come to the Tower of Dominican, free Entrance
 

The Vineyards Festival 25th & 26th 2010 September 2010 in Praz
 

A unique experience! Night of delights: See - Feel - Hear – Enjoy.
 

More than 100 concerts in all the town during 20 Hours...
 

In January 2007, together with four mates the landowner of nightclub "Dancing Bädli" Schwarzsee initiated "Rock am Schwarzsee". A rock festival on the beautiful Lake Schwarzsee has been a dream of the members of the organizing committee for many years.
 

During September and October, "Désalpe" is the best-known of all traditional mountain festivities. After more than four months of grazing in alpine pastures, cows make their way down to the plain.
 

The "Bénichon" is a centuries-old, traditional Fribourg celebration.
 

Race which takes place on the first Sunday of October. This great classic brings together around 8'000 participants every year.
 

04.12.2010
Every year during the first week of December, the canton of Fribourg honours its patron saint, St. Nicolas with a series of special celebrations.
 

Snowshoe tour from Moléson to Les Paccots, in which you can participate with friends, with your family or alone ! Chalet soup at the arrival point and return buses organized.
 

Night ski mountaineering race !
 

On 7 February 2010, the Dents Vertes ski club in Charmey will host the 18th Trophée des Gastlosen.
 

Carnival is a fascinating celebration in Fribourg Region, which you are not to miss.
 

13.03.2010 - 20.03.2010
The Fribourg International Film Festival takes place every year in Fribourg. Its aim is to promote quality films and thus contribute to ensuring cinematographic and cultural diversity in Switzerland as well as throughout Europe.
 

With those words, sung in the night between Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday, Christ's resurrection has been announced in the streets of Estavayer-le-Lac for many centuries.
 

32km of human powered mobility: cycling, skating, skate boarding, hiking, running, skipping or jumping. The 12th Lake Murten slowUp is a car free dream and will be excellent fun for the entire family!
 

 

The Medieval city of Estavayer-le-Lac turned into a playground!
 

01.05.2010 - 09.05.2010
Fribourg International Storytelling Festival
 

Slalomregatte mit viel Wind - schönes Wetter - super Party - tolle Stimmung - das sind die Surfclassics in Murten.
 

Samstag 7. Mai 2011 - Fest des Vully-Weines und der regionalen Produkte !
 

About 70 craftsmen exhibit their products in the main street in a festive atmosphere. Local gastronomical products, music and activities for children.
 

Which better way to explore the country side from our region … than by taking part in a competition or just by pleasure ? The race is open to everybody willing to spend some great fun !! From 12th to 13th June.
 

24.06.2010 - 03.07.2010
Belluard Bollwerk International is a festival of contemporary arts held in Fribourg (Switzerland) at the beginning of each summer.
 

03.06.2010
In Fribourg, in both the city and the countryside, Corpus Christi is a big celebration. Altars are set up on elaborately decorated altars of repose.
 

Hiking or mountain biking tour from Les Paccots to Moléson, in which you can participate with friends, with your family or alone ! Chalet soup at the arrival point and return buses organized.
 

Jugendfest zum Gedenken an die Schlacht von Murten 1476. Feiern Sie mit uns das Jugendfest mit farbig geschmückten Brunnen, Umzügen und weiteren festlichen Aktivitäten.
 

1st edition of this festival which will take place on 3 days to prolong the atmosphere of the Music Day on June 21st. From
 

Opera Festival in the amphitheatre in Avenches "Lucia di Lammermoor" from Gaetano Donizetti
 

The biggest festival of Freestyle in the French-part of Switzerland.
FMX contest, European Wakeboard Masters, Jet Ski : 3 spectacular disciplines and famous DJs partys.
 

A big annual stock sale in the whole city with more than 120 merchants.
Enjoy walking down the little streets with all kinds of country products around you.
 


The annual Fribourg International Jazz Festival (Jazz Parade) takes place at the beginning of summer. In the centre of Fribourg, dedicated fans come together to enjoy the music and the fun atmosphere.
 

One day every year, La Gruyère invites HPM (Human Powered Mobility) enthusiasts to grab their bikes, roller skates, and/or hiking boots to discover or rediscover the La Gruyère and Three-Lakes regions.
 

About 70 craftsmen exhibit their products in a rustic atmosphere.
 

The promenade for gourmands on the Vully is a walk through the wineyards.
 

The lake crossing (distance 3 km) from Meyriez to Motier: only for trained swimmers!
 

The Wake & Jam Festival of Murten guarantees a weekend of unconditional fun for everyone: wakeboarding, skateboarding, freestyle motocross racing, music, shows, displays, and much, much more!
 

 

Huge commercial and agricultural fair in the area. This manifestation takes place every 2 years
 

Foire de la Glâne - 24ème édition