
Fribourg/Swiss Puppet Museum Top Hotel Picks
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Everything you need to know about Swiss Puppet Museum
Hotel de la Paix is an ideal choice, located just a 5-minute walk from the Swiss Puppet Museum. This boutique hotel offers cozy rooms, free parking, and a complimentary breakfast buffet. Its charming views of Fribourg's cobbled streets make it perfect for families. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive family packages and early-bird rates
Pension Le Petit Château stands out with its fairy-tale façade adorned with miniature puppet sculptures. Housed in a centuries-old half-timbered building, this guesthouse features a garden terrace room overlooking the ruins of Fribourg Castle. Guests receive a limited-edition puppet souvenir upon check-in, making it a must-visit for photography enthusiasts seeking whimsical backdrops
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel, then walk 10 minutes to the Swiss Puppet Museum to explore interactive exhibits and vintage puppets. Enjoy lunch at Café du Château, known for traditional Romandy dishes served in a historic setting. In the afternoon, stroll along the Broye River Trail to visit the Fribourg Castle ruins. End the day with a sunset tea at the hotel’s courtyard café—everything within a 30-minute walk radius
Maison des Poupées, housed in a former convent, blends heritage architecture with artistic flair. Each room is themed around global puppet traditions—from Japanese Bunraku to Italian Pavia. The hotel hosts nightly live puppet shows guided by local artisans and includes a hand-illustrated storybook with every stay. A truly immersive cultural retreat
La Petite Tarte, just 200 meters away, specializes in handcrafted tartes shaped like puppets using regional apples and almond paste. Each dessert features intricate facial details. Nearby, Le Vieux Marché transforms a historic market hall into a rustic dining space, serving Fribourg’s famed goat cheese with dark rye bread—perfect for a relaxed, local-style meal
Hotel de la Paix hosts weekly Mini Puppet Workshops on Saturdays, where kids craft their own wooden masks or string puppets using sustainably sourced oak and natural dyes. Participants take home their creations and receive a storybook filled with Fribourg legends. Reserve your spot via the HopeGoo app to guarantee participation
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