Broc Pool: outdoor swimming in the heart of Gruyère

An Outdoor Pool at the Foot of the Fribourg Pre-Alps

In Broc, the municipal pool embraces simplicity that feels good. Located on Route des Marches, just a few minutes' walk from the famous Maison Cailler, it opens its outdoor pools at the end of spring. Families come here to enjoy a large lawn, a swimming pool, and a section for little ones, all set in the lush scenery of Gruyère. It's the kind of place without fuss where you can lay down your towel, where children can jump in and out of the water, and where parents can relax a bit. A summer spot that many families from Broc know by heart.

What Your Children Will Discover

Children have plenty to keep them busy all day. The large pool allows swimmers to do laps and splash around, and a slide adds excitement for the more playful. A diving board awaits those who are comfortable in the water. For the little ones, the paddling pool offers a space just their size to splash around peacefully. Around the pools, a playground and a vast lawn invite running, picnicking, and playing between dips.

What to Do There and the Atmosphere on Site

The atmosphere is friendly, typical of a village pool on a nice day: families settled on the lawn, back and forth between the water and the towel, and a snack bar with a terrace for ice cream or a small bite. It's easy to alternate between swimming, playing on the grass, and resting in the shade. It's an outing to savor without rushing, ideal for occupying a hot afternoon without straying far. The proximity to Maison Cailler even allows for combining a gourmet visit and swimming on the same day.

Before You Go

• Recommended Age: for everyone, from little ones (paddling pool) to teens (swimming pool and slide).
• Duration: half a day to a full day.
• Price: paid (rates to be confirmed on the official site; seasonal subscriptions available).
• Reservation: not necessary; online ticketing available.
• Accessibility: parking with designated spots for people with reduced mobility; mostly flat site.
• Transport: in Broc, near Maison Cailler; accessible by train (Broc line) and by car, parking on site.
• What to Bring: swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, cap, and picnic supplies.
• Ideal Season: summer, generally from late May to mid-September depending on the weather.

Parents' Tips

• Arrive early in the afternoon on hot days to find a shaded spot on the lawn.
• Keep a constant eye on young children: the paddling pool is ideal, but supervision remains your responsibility.
• Bring sunscreen and a hat: the area is largely exposed to the sun.
• Combine swimming with a visit to the nearby Maison Cailler for a full day in Gruyère.
• Check the weather before leaving: opening depends on conditions at the beginning and end of the season.

Useful Information

• Address: Route des Marches 4, 1636 Broc (Gruyère, Fribourg).
• Official Site: broc.ch (Leisure and Sports section, municipal pool).
• Hours: summer opening, generally from late May to mid-September; detailed hours to be confirmed on the official site.
• Access: in Broc, near Maison Cailler; by train, bus, or car with parking on site.

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Why We Recommend It

Because it's the simplest and most effective summer outing in the region: water, grass, a slide, and a snack bar, all in the lush setting of Gruyère. No need to reserve or plan an expedition: just grab your swimsuits, head to Broc, and enjoy a lovely day with family, just steps away from Maison Cailler.

In Two Words

A friendly outdoor pool in the heart of Gruyère, with a swimming pool, slide, and paddling pool: a reliable choice for summer afternoons with family in Broc.