Musée gruérien et Bibliothèque de Bulle

Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura


Nestled inside Bulle's romantically turreted 13th-century chateau, this museum presents a rich portrait of local history; watch for interesting temporary exhibitions. From May to September the castle-museum is a meeting point for free one- to 1½-hour guided walking tours of Bulle town.


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