Begin your first day by walking through the old town of Friburgo. Visit the St. Nicholas Cathedral, a Gothic cathedral with stunning stained-glass windows, a Gothic organ, and an ornate altar. Next, head to the Château de Fribourg, a restored medieval fortress that houses the Cantonal and University Library. Continue your walk to the Chartreuse de La Valsainte, a religious complex with a church, a monastery, and a museum. End your day with a visit to the Swiss Puppet Museum, which features a collection of over 2,000 puppets from all over the world.
Begin your day by indulging in the local cuisine at the Le Bistrot des Lavandières, which offers delicious traditional dishes made of local products. Afterward, walk to the Biodiversity Centre of Fribourg, a museum that showcases the flora and fauna of the region. Take a scenic walk along the Sense River to the Lac Noir, a natural reserve with a lake and a forest, and continue hiking in the woods up to the Charbonnières Tower, offering panoramic views of the surrounding area. End the day by exploring Planche-Supérieure, a charming hilltop neighborhood with stunning views of the city.
Fribourg is a walkable city, so most attractions on this itinerary can be reached on foot. However, public transportation (buses) is also available and costs CHF 3 for a single ride or CHF 6 for a day pass. Taxis are also available but can be quite expensive.
If you have more time, you can visit the Freiburg Art and History Museum, which contains an extensive collection of art and artifacts from the region. Additionally, if you're traveling with kids, consider stopping by the Sensler Museum, which has numerous interactive exhibits and displays.
Fribourg does not have its own airport. The closest international airports are the Geneva Airport (GVA), which is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes away by train or car, and the Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes away by train or car.