Fribourg
City in Switzerland
Fribourg is the capital of the region of the same name in western Switzerland. In the medieval old city above the Sarine River, the Gothic Fribourg Cathedral has art nouveau stained glass and views from its bell tower. The nearby Espace Jean...
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Is Fribourg French or German-speaking?
Fribourg is a bilingual canton. Its two official languages are French and German. 'Röstigraben' (barrière/ rideau de Rösti), literally 'rösti ditch', is the colloquial term given to the imaginary cultural boundary between French- and German- speaking Switzerland.
What is Fribourg famous for?
It is known as the Swiss rich city with the cultural plurality, universities and bridges. The historic city takes all the visitors through the centuries by its stunning sightseeing. Fribourg consists of many bridges and is considered as the platform, which unites the French and German-speaking Switzerland.
What is the meaning of Fribourg?
The town was founded as Freiburg in 1157 by Berthold IV, Duke of Zähringen. Its name is derived from German frei (free) and Burg (fort).
Is Fribourg worth visiting?
Halfway between Geneva and Zurich lies Fribourg, a cute Swiss city worth visiting. Although the town is relatively small, some places will surely delight you. This university town attracts students from all over the world. It has impressive Gothic architecture and is one of the largest medieval cities in Switzerland.
Fribourg is the capital of the Swiss canton of Fribourg and district of La Sarine. Located on both sides of the river Saane/Sarine, on the Swiss Plateau, ...
Discover Fribourg and its incomparably charming Old Town, an exceptional legacy of a rich past dating back to the Middle Ages.
Fribourg is a lively university town, with many students from all over the world, making this a cosmopolitan, multi-faceted mini-metropolis. In the narrow ...
The University of Fribourg is a place where learning, research, employment and events all happen at the same time. Its innovative force makes it an important ...