Estavayer-le-Lac

Town Estavayer, Fribourg, Switzerland

What to expect

Estavayer-le-Lac is a medieval town located on the south shore of Lake Neuchâtel, offering a mix of history, culture, and outdoor activities. The town features small cobbled streets, historic monuments, and a variety of restaurants serving local cuisine. Visitors can enjoy water sports such as sailing, surfing, and water-skiing, as well as explore the surrounding countryside by foot or bike. The nearby nature reserve of 'Grande Cariçaie' is home to over 1,000 plant species and 10,000 animal species, making it a great spot for nature lovers and families. The town also has a unique street art circuit, with original works by artists from different worlds, and a reconstructed Neolithic village to explore

Plan your family visit to the Estavayer-le-Lac with these blog insights 👇

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Travel diary in Switzerland: the Canton of Fribourg as a family

Travel diary in Switzerland: the Canton of Fribourg as a family
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the town and walked along its streets, and we also visited the lake shore

Highlights: We enjoyed the town's charm and the lake shore, and Petite Oreille loved the frogs and the playground ✨