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30 May-28 September 2009: Nature Safari Discovery, Estavayer-le-Lac This summer, hop on your bike or pull on your hiking boots and discover ĞLa Grande Cariçaieğ, one of Europe’s most stunning lakeside nature reserves. This two-day trip, starting in Estavayer-le-Lac, includes an overnight stay as well as a visit to the Gletterens prehistoric village. www.fribourgregion.ch
1 June-30 September 2009: Food lovers’ break, Les Paccots Need to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life for a few days? Then head to Les Paccots and set off on this gourmet hiking trail. Take in the gorgeous scenery, sample local specialties and enjoy the silence with an overnight stay in an Alpine chalet. www.fribourgregion.ch
5 June-16 August 2009: Fribourg Contemporary Artists Exhibition The current exhibition held at the Fribourg Museum of Art and History is dedicated entirely to artists from our region. Discover paintings, sculptures, and photographs created by contemporary artists who were supported by the Canton of Fribourg from 1984 to 2009. www.fr.ch/mahf
22 June 2009: Solennität parade, Murten Take a step back in time with this youth festival commemorating the Battle of Murten in 1476, when the Swiss army repelled the invading army of Charles I, Duke of Burgundy. www.murtentourismus.ch
25 June-4 July 2009: Belluard Bollwerk International (arts festival), Fribourg The Belluard festival has long enjoyed great international renown. This year’s program is set to consolidate the festival’s reputation thanks to a wealth of thought-provoking and original projects, ranging from theater, dance, music and films to exhibitions and installations. Why not seize this great opportunity to discover the work of exciting, up-and-coming artists? www.belluard.ch
23-28 June 2009: Starlight Circus, Fribourg and Bulle The Starlight Circus is in town! Join this international troupe of clowns, contortionists and acrobats in the Big Top for a night of fun and gravity-defying stunts. www.circus-starlight.ch 27 June 2009: Gourmet hiking trail, Le Vully Fancy savoring some of Fribourg’s delicious specialties, while taking in the lush green landscape of Le Vully? Then check out this gourmet hiking trail. Along the way, local restaurants, bakers and cheese-makers will be waiting with an array of toothsome treats for the weary hiker! www.fribourgregion.ch
1-5 July 2009: Lied Festival, Fribourg The Lied Festival is a must for all lovers of canto and piano. This year, five concerts will be held in the Fribourg University Auditorium. www.festivaldulied.ch
1 July - 18 August 2009: Open Air Cinema, Estavayer-le-Lac, Fribourg and Murten Every year, the open air cinema is held in Fribourg and Murten and in 2009, for the very first time, it will also take place in Estavayer-le-Lac. It is a chance to enjoy both classic films and new releases, often shown in their original language. What better way to combine your love of cinema and balmy summer evenings? www.open-air-kino.ch 10-30 August 2009: Murten Classics, Murten Renowned orchestras and famous soloists take you on a journey into the world of sounds. The classical music festival features symphony and serenade concerts in the castle courtyard, sacred music, chamber music, family concerts and much more. www.murtenclassics.ch
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