Plan your festive time in Fribourg with our comprehensive event guide. We'll guide you through the winter highlights of the city and show you how to best enjoy the Advent season.
During Advent, the medieval old town transforms into an atmospheric meeting place. From the traditional Christmas market at the Town Hall Square to the festively decorated lanes of the lower town, numerous market stalls and event venues stretch throughout the city. The Gothic Cathedral of St. Nicholas provides an impressive backdrop for the winter festivities, while the Zähringen Bridge and the Castle Quarter represent other significant points of interest.
Happy Holidays!
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Aktion Sternsingen - Christmas Carolling (Freiburg) • 0.3 miles
Bringing hope and blessings to children worldwide
Freiburg Christmas Market (Freiburg) • 0.5 miles
Seven distinct market locations across the old town
Payerne Christmas Market (Payerne) • 10.2 miles
Enchanting Christmas chalets with spiced scents
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