Murten Castle – View of Lake Murten loop from Faoug

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Murten Castle – View of Lake Murten loop from Faoug

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Murten Castle – View of Lake Murten loop from Faoug

01:19

12.7km

70m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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4.17 km

Murten Castle

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Murten Castle dates back to the 13th century and is now used by the canton of Fribourg. The castle tower is open to the public and can be visited daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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4.18 km

View of Lake Murten

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Wonderful area, spectacular view

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4.20 km

Murten's Old Town

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Beautiful old town of Murten, it's worth a leisurely walk through.
You should also include the circular wall and the castle on the tour.

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4.37 km

Murten Clock Tower

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Entrance to the old town of Murten. The passage contains some cobblestones, but it is easy to drive. There are beautiful cafes in the arcades where you can enjoy the break.

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4.62 km

Berntor (Bern Gate), Murten

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Today's Berntor dates from the second half of the 18th century. The master builder was Niklaus Hebler, who built Bern's clock tower. The movement was made by the Ducommun brothers …

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4.69 km

French Church (Französische Kirche) Murten

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French Church, Murten
From 1481, the late-Gothic French church replaced the earlier St. Catherine's Chapel. Above the entrance door is a plaque commemorating the reformer Wilhelm Farel (1530).
The Catherine …

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