History and countryside at a holiday home in the Canton of Fribourg
A holiday home in the Canton of Fribourg will put guests in the heart of Switzerland. Located at the edge of the Alps, the canton consists of a flat plateau and gentle hills in the southeast, as the landscape gradually turns into a more mountainous region. Dairy cows can be seen throughout the countryside as travellers pass from one small village to the next. Renting a holiday house or holiday apartment will allow visitors to enjoy this wonderful, natural landscape with particular ease and comfort.
A holiday home and Swiss heritage
A holiday rental anywhere in the Canton of Fribourg will put travellers near a number of the National Heritage Sites that are abundant in the area. Nearly every city has a castle, church, or other building that has been given this honour. The agricultural richness of the Canton of Fribourg means fresh, local food is plentiful -- it is one of the best areas of Switzerland to try the local dishes. Of particular interest may be the town of Gruyères, which is famous for its cheese. It also boasts a medieval town and castle that operate as a museum. Traveling around the city can be made more interesting by riding on its unusual, trackless train. Wine lovers staying at a holiday rental may wish to travel to the nearby Canton of Neuchâtel, which has many renowned vineyards and is also the birthplace of absinthe.
Visit the city of Fribourg while at a holiday home
Guests at a holiday rental in the Canton of Fribourg would be remiss not to take in the capital city. It is home to the Gutenburg Museum as well as the unique Swiss sewing and marionette museums. In addition to history and culture, this is also a great place to get outside and do some hiking. The more adventurous may want to take an excursion to the Jura Mountains. Booking a holiday house or holiday apartment is the first step toward making the most of this varied region.
The top rated locations in the Canton of Fribourg
Neighbouring holiday regions Canton of Fribourg
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Moléson-sur-Gruyères, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday home for max. 6 persons
Approx. 110 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 2), TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Schwarzsee, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday home for max. 14 persons
Approx. 500 m², 7 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 2), cable TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Les Paccots, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday home for max. 5 persons
Approx. 150 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 2), satellite TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property, sea approx. m -
Charmey, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday home for max. 5 persons
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets not allowed, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Münchenwiler, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday apartment for max. 4 persons
Approx. 117 m², 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Charmey, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday home for max. 4 persons
Approx. 90 m², 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), TV, Internet, Wifi, non-smoking property -
Barberêche, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday home for max. 6 persons
Approx. 130 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), satellite TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Münchenwiler, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday apartment for max. 4 persons
Approx. 156 m², 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Schwarzsee, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday apartment for max. 6 persons
Approx. 128 m², 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets not allowed, TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Schwarzsee, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday apartment for max. 6 persons
Approx. 137 m², 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pets not allowed, cable TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
Im Fang, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday home for max. 8 persons
Approx. 280 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets not allowed, cable TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property -
La Roche FR, Canton of Fribourg
Holiday apartment for max. 4 persons
Approx. 60 m², 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, pets not allowed, satellite TV, Internet, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property