Meyriez Beach: family swimming by Lake Murten

A free and peaceful beach by Lake Murten

In Meyriez, Lake Murten is gently accessible. This small municipality in Fribourg, located just south of the old town of Murten, has a public and free swimming access, away from the hustle and bustle of large lidos. Here, there are no barriers or ticket booths: you spread your towel on the grass, enjoy the shade of the trees, and let the children dip their feet in water that warms up quickly in summer. The setting is wooded, family-friendly, and relaxing, with the hills of Vully on the opposite shore as a backdrop. It’s the perfect spot for an unpretentious afternoon, either walking from Murten or as part of a stroll along the lake.

What your children will discover

Children appreciate the simplicity here: a stretch of grass to run on, the lake water within reach, and space to play. The gentle slope of the shore reassures the little ones, who can splash near the edge under your watchful eye. The older ones enjoy exploring the banks, observing ducks and sailboats, or playing ball on the lawn. All around, the wooded area of Grengspitz, between Meyriez and Greng, hides small, more intimate swimming spots that can be reached on foot through the forest: a mini-adventure that families really enjoy.

What to do there and the atmosphere on site

The atmosphere is that of a neighborhood beach: calm, friendly, and unpretentious. People come to picnic on the grass, dip their toes, or read in the shade while the children play by the water. Some neighboring areas have a grilling spot, perfect for extending the afternoon into the evening. It’s a place where you mainly meet families and locals, ideal when you want to avoid the crowds of large bathing establishments. Remember to bring your own gear: here, you enjoy nature more than facilities.

Before you go

• Recommended age: from 2 years old, under constant supervision near the water; suitable for the whole family.
• Duration: half a day, or the whole day with a picnic.
• Price: free (public access).
• Reservation: none, open access.
• Stroller/PRM accessibility: partly grassy surroundings; some areas of Grengspitz are reached on foot through the forest and are less suitable for strollers (to be confirmed on site).
• Transport: parking near the obelisk in Meyriez; Morat train station (CFF) nearby, then a few minutes walk along the lake.
• What to bring: towel, sunscreen, hat, water, water shoes, and picnic supplies (few shops on site).
• Ideal season: from June to September, in good weather.

Parents' tips

• Arrive early on heatwave weekends to find a shady spot under the trees.
• Water shoes prevent injuries on pebbly areas or roots by the lake.
• Bring all your supplies: the place is natural, without a large refreshment stand on site.
• Keep the little ones within arm's reach: swimming is not supervised.
• Combine the beach with a walk in the medieval old town of Murten, just a few minutes away.

Useful information

• Address: Meyriez, 3280 Meyriez (south shore of Lake Murten, near Murten).
• Official site: tourist information about the Lake Murten region via fribourgregion.ch; hours, facilities, and swimming conditions to be confirmed with the municipality.
• Hours: open access (to be confirmed according to the season).
• Access: parking near the obelisk in Meyriez; from Morat train station (CFF), reach the shore on foot in a few minutes.

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Why we recommend it

We love the beach at Meyriez for its simplicity and free access: a true piece of lake accessible to all, without reservation or ticket, in a green setting just steps from Murten. It’s the perfect outing when you want water, grass, and a bit of calm, without organizing a big expedition. For a relaxed summer day with family, it’s hard to get more natural.

In two words

A public and free beach by Lake Murten, with grass and a wooded setting: the gentle spot for a family swim, very close to Murten.