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7 September – 8 September: Country-Night, Schwarzsee
The Country-Night in Schwarzsee is a must for all Fribourg cowboys, with numerous “Far West” activities for young and old. On this very special weekend, get out of your suit, into some true western style gear, and come dance to the rhythms of country music.
www.scschwarzsee.ch
8 September - 28 October: Magical Journeys through Fribourg
In the summer, the historic old town of Fribourg and the Auge neighbourhood in particular are transformed into a magical world for a few weeks.
Hubert Audriaz, with the help of hundreds of children, embarks on a journey which every year deals with a different theme. He takes visitors on a voyage of discovery to fantastic places in the old town and to see its most retiring inhabitants. This year the Mad King will be transporting people of all ages to medieval times.
www.fribourgregion.ch
9 September – 10 September: La Grande Bénichon, Fribourg
The Bénichon is an ancestral celebration of the end of the harvest season and the “désalpe”, the ceremonial descent of the herds from the mountains. It offers a unique opportunity to taste the many local specialities, to dance and rub elbows with the local population making merry at this most traditional of Fribourg festivals.
www.benichon.com
15 September: UpJazz « étape2 » Concert, Murten
The Upjazz association proposes a concert in homage to the cooperation between saxophonist Hank Mobley and pianist Wynton Kelly, in a venue that will plunge you into the jazz atmosphere of the 1960s.
www.jazzinfo.ch
21 September: Guided tour of the Gastlosen
A registered mountain guide will help you discover this prealpine calcareous mountain chain reputed for its numerous tracks during an approximately five hour hike in a well preserved and magical setting.
www.fribourgregion.ch
22 September: Balade gourmande, Romont
A 5 km walk linking the towers of the Romont fortifications and 5 gastronomic stops which will conjure up a delicious meal. The circuit will be punctuated by information on the painter Chagall, and will end at the Château de Romont with coffee, dessert and a visit of the Vitromusée (stained glass museum).
www.baladegourmande-romont.ch
22 September – 23 September: Fête des vendanges du Vully, Praz
Vully’s grape picking festival is an obligatory stopover for all wine lovers. You are sure to succumb to the subtle charm of Vully vintages, encountered in an informal ambience full of warmth and good cheer.
www.levully.ch
23 September: Alphornbrunch with The Horns, Münchenwiler
To partake of a tasty brunch while listening to the melodious sounds of the alphorn... such is the proposal of the Château de Münchenwiler, near Murten. The alphorn group The Horns will play its most renowned pieces.
www.schlossmuenchenwiler.ch
28 September – 7 October: Music Festival, Bulle
The many concerts held during this music festival are performed by gifted musicians of considerable renown. They pay homage to classical greats such as Schubert, Chopin, Schumann and others.
www.fetesmusicalesdebulle.ch
17 November: Corrida bulloise, Bulle
Take part in the 32nd edition of this popular race. There are routes adapted to all age categories and - for the first time this year - a track for nordic walking afficionados. The Corrida offers you an original view of the historic centre of the capital of the Gruyère district.
www.corrida-bulloise.ch
18 November: Jean Tinguely et le mouvement, Fribourg
The Fribourg Art and History Museum invites you to a total immersion experience of the world of Jean Tinguely. An outing (as of 11 am) during which the whole family can discover the work of this famous Fribourg artist.
www.fr.ch
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Duncan Evans
Country of Origin: South Africa
Company: VeriSign
Living in the canton of Fribourg since June 2007.
My favorite place in the canton of Fribourg:
The house we are living in in Lossy near Belfaux. Stunning views, a forest nearby and lots of quiet.
My favorite Fribourg website:
www.fribourgtourisme.ch
My favorite Swiss website:
www.swissinfo.org
What I like about Switzerland:
The friendly people and the way most things work as they are supposed to.
The scenery is fantastic and there is so much to do.
What I don't like about Switzerland:
Nothing I can say I really don't like, but I haven't survived winter yet.
Biggest challenge is communicating in and learning another language.
My message to other expatriates living in Fribourg:
Not sure I have been here long enough to offer advice but definitely feel you have to give your best shot to learning a language, trying to communicate and interact with the community aroud you and make a clear decision to tackle everything with a sens of humor.
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