Summer activities for children in the canton of Fribourg

What if Sunday's outing took place on the water? At the Morat landing stage, the boats of the LNM company set off towards the three lakes. Children aged 6 to 16 travel at half price, free on Saturdays, and under-6s pay nothing.

What if the whole family boarded the same boat, with no licence and no experience? In Corbières, Aventure Gruyère rents licence-free boats, kayaks from CHF 15 and paddleboards, including giant models. There are even treasure hunts on the water.

Fancy seeing Lake Gruyère from the water rather than from the beach? In La Roche, Kayak Aventure rents kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards on the lakeside, with a half-price rate for 8 to 16 year olds. Guided outings lead all the way to the Île d'Ogoz.

Looking for the beach on Lake Gruyère that has everything? It is La Pointe, in Morlon, which everyone calls Morlon Beach: toilets, outdoor showers, fire pits, beach volleyball and paddle rental, with the Île d'Ogoz and the Prealps as scenery. Free access.

What if the swim had to be earned at the end of a path? At Botterens, right at the southern end of Lake Gruyère, the shore is reached on foot from the lakeside trail, level with Villarbeney. A natural, free and discreet spot for a family swim far from the big beaches.

Fancy a beach where you can still hear the birds? The one at La Roche is among the least busy on Lake Gruyère: generous vegetation, calm water and a refreshment stand in summer. It is also from this shore that kayak and paddle outings set off.

Want a playground with your feet in the sand, by Lake Neuchâtel? The Playground at the Beach, on the municipal beach of Estavayer-le-Lac, combines wooden climbing structures and ropes, shaded grass, and swimming right next door. Enough to keep the kids entertained between two dips.

Want to go out in the fresh air where your children can play and explore freely? The recreational area of Paccots, above Châtel-Saint-Denis, features a large free playground dotted with wooden animal sculptures, slides, and a zip line, all set in a pre-Alpine environment at the foot of the fir trees.

Looking for a simple and free outing near Fribourg? The playground at the Platy Sports Center in Villars-sur-Glâne features slides, swings, and a duck pond in a large green space. It's perfect for keeping the whole family entertained outdoors, just a stone's throw from the forest.

Want to enjoy an outdoor outing with a view of the Pre-Alps? Perched on the heights of Fribourg, the Guintzet playground features a zip line, climbing wall, and swings in a large shaded green space. A free and friendly stop where both young and old can find their game.

A dome of butterflies, a tropical jungle, and a tropical night… At the Papiliorama in Kerzers, you explore nature in a different way, warm and in all weather, with curious children.

Do your children dream of an island with a real castle? In the middle of Lake Gruyère, the Île d'Ogoz keeps two towers from the 13th century and a small white chapel. You reach it by solar-powered boat from the Port du Bry, and on a few days each year, on foot.

Fancy sending your children up a real medieval keep? The Château de Chenaux has watched over the old town of Estavayer-le-Lac since the 13th century. We take you to the top of its tower, from where the view runs straight over the rooftops and Lake Neuchâtel.

Looking for the beach on Lake Gruyère that has everything? It is La Pointe, in Morlon, which everyone calls Morlon Beach: toilets, outdoor showers, fire pits, beach volleyball and paddle rental, with the Île d'Ogoz and the Prealps as scenery. Free access.

What if the swim had to be earned at the end of a path? At Botterens, right at the southern end of Lake Gruyère, the shore is reached on foot from the lakeside trail, level with Villarbeney. A natural, free and discreet spot for a family swim far from the big beaches.

Fancy a beach where you can still hear the birds? The one at La Roche is among the least busy on Lake Gruyère: generous vegetation, calm water and a refreshment stand in summer. It is also from this shore that kayak and paddle outings set off.

Escaping the crowded beaches? The one at Pont-la-Ville is smaller and more intimate, with clear water and welcoming banks on the shore of Lake Gruyère. A quiet corner with open access, two steps from the Golf de la Gruyère and the Rossens dam footbridge.

Fancy a beach where you can spread out your towels without bumping into anyone? At Gumefens, the lawn unrolls nearly 2,000 m2 on the shore of Lake Gruyère, with the Île d'Ogoz and its medieval ruins as a backdrop. Entirely free, with a large car park right beside it, along the Route du Marais.

Looking for a lake beach where the little ones can paddle safely? At Corbières, at the spot known as La Montagnetta, the lawn slopes very gently down to the water in the shade of tall trees. Playground, fire pits for barbecues and completely free access.

What if the whole family boarded the same boat, with no licence and no experience? In Corbières, Aventure Gruyère rents licence-free boats, kayaks from CHF 15 and paddleboards, including giant models. There are even treasure hunts on the water.

Do your children dream of an island with a real castle? In the middle of Lake Gruyère, the Île d'Ogoz keeps two towers from the 13th century and a small white chapel. You reach it by solar-powered boat from the Port du Bry, and on a few days each year, on foot.

Want a day of swimming with family in the heart of Gruyère? The Sorens Swimming Pool, nestled in Camping La Forêt, welcomes you with a heated swimming pool in summer and a small paddling pool for the little ones, just a few minutes from Lake Gruyère.

Want a day of swimming outdoors with the kids? The Broc pool, nestled in the heart of Gruyère just steps away from the Maison Cailler, welcomes you with its outdoor pool, children's pool, and slide. A classic of the Fribourg summer, simple and refreshing.

Want a day of swimming with the family at the foot of the Fribourg Pre-Alps? Just a stone's throw from Espace Gruyère, the outdoor municipal pool in Bulle features a large 50-meter pool, a slide for non-swimmers, and a paddling pool designed for the little ones. There's something to keep the whole tribe entertained, from the most adventurous to the most cautious.

Want to get the children out on the lake in Morat? At the marina, pedalo rental gets you onto Lake Morat within minutes: you pedal gently, the little ones take the helm and enjoy the view of the medieval old town. A simple, refreshing summer outing on one of the warmest lakes in Switzerland.

What if Sunday's outing took place on the water? At the Morat landing stage, the boats of the LNM company set off towards the three lakes. Children aged 6 to 16 travel at half price, free on Saturdays, and under-6s pay nothing.

Fancy seeing Lake Gruyère from the water rather than from the beach? In La Roche, Kayak Aventure rents kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards on the lakeside, with a half-price rate for 8 to 16 year olds. Guided outings lead all the way to the Île d'Ogoz.

Fancy a warm break, even when it is raining over the Pre-Alps? At Les Bains de la Gruyère in Charmey, the whole family slips into heated indoor and outdoor pools, with the mountains in view. A gentle outing, open to toddlers and big kids alike.

What if your children climbed from tree to tree above the valley? At the intermediate station of the Charmey cable car, the treetop adventure park features monkey bridges and zip lines among the fir trees. A course designed for all ages, accessible from 3 years old for their first steps in the heights.

A dome of butterflies, a tropical jungle, and a tropical night… At the Papiliorama in Kerzers, you explore nature in a different way, warm and in all weather, with curious children.