Lac de Pérolles, Fribourg

Name: Lac de Pérolles
Address: Fribourg, Switzerland

#4 among attractions in Fribourg

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

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Lac de Pérolles, a reservoir formed by Maigrauge Dam, is a reservoir on the Saane/Sarine river at Fribourg, in western Switzerland. Its surface area is 0.35 square kilometres. The dam was built in 1872, and its height was increased by 2.5 metres in 1910. The watershed is 1,250 square kilometres. The Maigrauge Dam has a gated spillway. ()

Local name: Pérolles-See Length: 7546 ftElevation: 1886 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 46°47'28"N, 7°9'43"E

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Fribourg Switzerland

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Lac de Pérolles – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fribourg Cathedral, Musée d'art et d'histoire, La Maigrauge Abbey, Bern Bridge.

1 miN
Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral
Fribourg Cathedral, Fribourg
27 min walk • Fribourg Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, is a prominent ecclesiastical landmark in the medieval city of Fribourg, Switzerland. This Gothic church, with its soaring spire reaching a height of 76 meters, dominates the city's skyline...
1.1 miN
Specialty museum, Museum, Art museum
Musée d'art et d'histoire, Fribourg
30 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Fribourg, Switzerland, the Musée d'art et d'histoire is a cultural gem that beckons art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. This prestigious institution is renowned for its rich collections that span from the Middle Ages...
0.6 miN
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Monastery
La Maigrauge Abbey, Fribourg
16 min walk • La Maigrauge Abbey or Magerau Abbey is a monastery of Cistercian nuns located in Fribourg, Switzerland, and founded in 1255. The abbey is situated on the Sarine River and lies on the border between French-speaking and German-speaking Switzerland.
1 miN
46°48'15"N • 7°10'8"E
Bern Bridge, Fribourg
25 min walk • Bridge
1.1 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Archaeological museum
Bible and Orient Museum, Fribourg
29 min walk • The Bible and Orient Museum in Fribourg, Switzerland is the exhibition of a collection of ancient Egyptian and ancient Near Eastern miniature art, as well as a project to create a modern museum to compare biblical and extra-biblical texts with archaeological, epigraphical and iconographical data.
~1400 ftNW
History museum, Museum, Science museum
Natural History Museum, Fribourg
7 min walk • The Fribourg Museum of Natural History was founded in 1823 with the mission of promoting an understanding of natural science topics among the general population and promoting the protection and conservation of the natural treasures of the canton ...
0.8 miN
46°48'9"N • 7°9'47"E
Au Carmin, Fribourg
20 min walk • Museum
1.1 miNW
Universities and schools
University of Fribourg, Fribourg
30 min walk • The University of Fribourg is a public university located in Fribourg, Switzerland. The roots of the university can be traced back to 1580, when the notable Jesuit Peter Canisius founded the Collège Saint-Michel in the City of Fribourg.
1 miS
Locality
Marly
27 min walk • One of the must-visit attractions in Marly is the stunning Château de Magélie. This historic castle, with its majestic turrets and well-preserved architecture, offers a glimpse into the region's rich past. Visitors can explore the castle grounds, stroll through the...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lac de Pérolles?

Nearby attractions include Natural History Museum, Fribourg (7 min walk), La Maigrauge Abbey, Fribourg (16 min walk), Au Carmin, Fribourg (20 min walk).

How to get to Lac de Pérolles by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lac de Pérolles:

Bus

Pisciculture • Lines: Bus 8 (A) (3 min walk)
Plateau-de-Pérolles • Lines: Bus 8 (A) (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Pisciculture • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Plateau-de-Pérolles • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)

Train

Neuveville/Neustadt (23 min walk)
Saint-Pierre/Sankt Peter (24 min walk)