Activities

Calendar of events in Murten
Find an annual overview of all planned events in Murten.

Leisure & Sports
Leisure, cultural and sports activities.

Tourist region of Fribourg
A wide variety of possible activities, events, and guided tours.

Jura Three Lakes
13 must-sees in the Lake Murten region

Papiliorama Kerzers
Experience the fascinating world of butterflies and nature at Papiliorama in Kerzers. A highlight for kids!

Playgrounds and treasure hunts
Explore fribourg.ch for a wide range of exciting family-friendly activities.

Museum Murten
Exhibitions and guided tours on the region’s history

The Mont Vully Caves
Originally built during the First World War as infantry fortifications, these caves have since become a children’s paradise for extended games of hide-and-seek.

Village lacustre de Gletterens
Learning about our Neolithic ancestors: Built on the site of a lakeside village dating back to 3000 B.C., the Neolithic farm at Gletterens brings the prehistoric past back to life.

Water activities at the Lake Murten
Whether you’re into windsurfing, wakeboarding, or stand-up paddling, passionate water sports fans will find plenty to enjoy here.

Murten Sailing School
Sailing lessons, sailboat and motorboat rentals.

Rent a bike
E-Bikes, bikes, mountainbikes, tandems and bikes for kids - Rent a Bike has the proper rental bike for everyone.

Lake Murten tour by bicycle
Family friendly route that lets visitors discover the historical site of Murten and the charming wine-growing villages of the Vully. «Local tour No. 480 → Tour de Lac de Morat».

Mont Vully Trails
Popular Mont-Vully mountain biking trails with great views.

Tennis, squash & padel center
Be sure to make a reservation online or call ahead.

The best running trails around Murten
The variety of running routes is huge. Here are 10 highlights.

Wallenried Golf & Country Club
The 18-hole Wallenried Golf & Country Club is less than a 15-minute drive away.

Beaches
Treat yourself to peace and relaxation on the beaches in the Lake Murten region.

Hike around lake Murten
The small medieval town of Murten, with its lake shore directly before the town walls, offers an especially scenic route around the Murtensee lake.

The Vully gourmet path
Culinary walk through the Vully wineyards. A fantastic opportunity to discover the culinary specialities and wines of the Vully.

Wine walks in the heart of the region
Discover the wines of the region on a walk in an interactive and educational way.

Cruise lake Murten
Cruise around Lake Murten in just over an hour! Discover the region from the deck and enjoy the marvellous view of Mont Vully, the vineyards, the old town of Murten and the Bernese and Fribourg Alps.

3-lakes-cruise
From Murten to Biel in just over 4 hours! Enjoy the boat trip along the vineyards, through two canals and with a view into the mountains!

Murten Light Festival
During 12 days, from January 21 to February 1, the Old Town of Murten is going to turn into a lighting show of superlatives.

Murten Classics
The Murten Classics is an annual summer open-air festival dedicated to classical music.

Fastnacht Murten
Since 1950, Murten’s Carnival has dazzled visitors every year with its vibrant, uninterrupted tradition – an unforgettable celebration of culture and fun!