Your stay — Perron 13
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Fribourg.
The Property — Perron 13
Perron 13 is a compact, modern 3-star hotel inside the main train station, Fribourg’s transport hub. The lobby feels like a clean, efficient transit lounge – bright, minimal, with a small check-in desk and a coffee machine for guests. It’s a practical base for a solo traveller or couple passing through who value location over atmosphere: step out the door, and you’re on the platform or in the old town in under ten minutes. No frills, but no nonsense either.
Chronicles of Fribourg
Fribourg was founded in 1157 by the Dukes of Zähringen as a fortified trading post on a rocky peninsula above the Sarine River. Its medieval layout remains intact: steep cobbled streets, over 200 Gothic facades, and the 13th-century St. Nicholas Cathedral dominate the skyline. The city’s bilingual character (French and German are both official) stems from its position on the language border, and this duality colours everything from street signs to café chatter. Today, it’s a university town and administrative centre, but the old town feels frozen in the 15th century, with wooden bridges and ramparts still in use.
Best Time to Visit
Full Fribourg guide →Best months
June and September: warm (20-25°C), long daylight, and the city is lively but not overrun. July is also good, though August can get sticky and busy.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month, driven by summer holidays and the Fribourg International Film Festival (late March/early April is another peak for that event). Hotel prices rise 20-30% in July; book early. August weekends also fill with day-trippers heading to Lake Gruyère.
Budget shoulder season
May and October offer discounts of 15-25%. May has blossom and fresh air; October brings mild days and autumnal colours, with far fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
Fribourg sits in a valley bottom, so summer mornings can be foggy and cool (12°C) before warming to 25°C by afternoon. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers – a long-sleeve top under a t-shirt handles the temperature swing.
Live City Briefing — Fribourg
- Fribourg’s funicular railway, the Funiculaire Fribourg, is currently open but note it runs on a reduced schedule in summer (every 15 minutes, not 10). Check the SBB app for any short-notice closures.
- A new pedestrian zone on Rue de Lausanne was completed in April 2026, making the walk from the station to the cathedral quieter and safer – good news for guests at Perron 13.
- The city’s summer open-air cinema, Cinéma en Plein Air, runs nightly in July on the Place de la Cathédrale, showing films in French with German subtitles. Expect crowds around 8pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Perron 13, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the courtyard (rear of the building). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise from the nearby road, and the courtyard side is typically quieter than the street-facing front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as they are directly above street level and more exposed to traffic noise, especially if facing the main road. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift can be audible during operation, particularly in a 3-star hotel without full soundproofing.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors facing the Old Town (southwest orientation) offer a view over the rooftops towards the historic quarter and the Sarine river valley. The exact view depends on the building's orientation, but front-facing rooms may see the station square or main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. These are the highest floors in a standard low-rise building, offering the best noise isolation from street activity and the lift.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is located near Fribourg's main train station, so street noise from taxis, buses, and pedestrian traffic is a factor, especially on weekdays. Early-morning refuse collection is common on this street. Bar and restaurant noise from nearby venues may reach street-facing rooms until late.
Insider tips
1. Check if the hotel provides earplugs at reception — many 3-star hotels in Swiss city centres do, and they can save your sleep if you end up in a street-facing room. 2. If you arrive by car, note that Fribourg's old town has limited parking; ask about the hotel's reserved spots or the nearest public garage (e.g., Parking de la Gare) before check-in.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Perron 13
Free, unencrypted network (no login); typical speed ~30 Mbps download, stable enough for streaming; no paid tier available.
One small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand; a few printed local papers (La Liberté, 20 Minuten) at breakfast buffet. Building is a converted 1900s townhouse, retains original wooden staircase and stained-glass window on landing.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed at reception from 08:00 (no charge). Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 until 18:00 charged at half night rate (~CHF 60); after 18:00 full night rate.
Free for same-day arrival/departure; secured luggage room behind reception, open 07:00–22:00.
Step-free from street into lobby via permanent ramp at side entrance; lift wide enough for standard wheelchair; no adapted bathroom on site. Ground floor rooms available on request.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parking de la Gare (1-minute walk, under the train station) – CHF 20 per 24h; no EV charging on property. Public charging points at Rue des Epouses, 2-minute walk (2x Type 2, 11 kW, CHF 0.25 per kWh via Swisspass app).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 3.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, includes free public transport card for duration of stay)
Deposit & card hold: No upfront deposit; CHF 100–200 hold on credit card at check-in for incidentals, released at checkout
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Freie Evangelische Gemeinde FEG Murten (376 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Römisch-katholische Kirche Murten (454 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Deutsche Kirche (582 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Eglise réformée française de Meyriez (671 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Beaulieu Park — 828 m · ~10 min walk
Musée de Morat — 435 m · ~5 min walk
Kellertheater Murten — 873 m · ~11 min walk
Spielplatz Kindergarten Engelhardt — 256 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Postfinance — 132 m · ~2 min walk
Amavita — 445 m · ~6 min walk
Coop — 266 m · ~3 min walk
Murten/Morat — 71 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Use bank ATMs (Banque Cantonale de Fribourg, PostFinance) for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Fribourg train station or tourist offices – they charge high commissions.
Cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless payments (Maestro, Visa, Mastercard) are standard; small cash needed for markets, bakers, and some cafés.
Service charge included in bills – round up or leave 5-10% in cash for good service; taxis: round up to next franc; hotel staff: small CHF 2-5 for porters/cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or filter coffee from a bakery (boulangerie) – approx CHF 4.00.
Pizza slice or takeaway sandwich from a bakery – around CHF 8-12.
Pasta or salad main at a casual bistro – typically CHF 15-20.
No dedicated street food area; try food stalls at the weekly market (Place du Petit-St-Jean, Saturday morning).
Migros and Coop are the budget supermarket chains; Denner is cheaper for basics.
Main high-street shopping on Rue de Rome and Rue de la Zaehringen; discount chains like C&A and H&M.
Day pass for urban buses (TPF) – CHF 8.00; from Geneva Airport: cheapest is train (approx CHF 42 one-way, 1.5 hrs).
Drink tap water (excellent quality) instead of bottled; buy a Fribourg card for free bus travel; eat lunch specials (plat du jour) – often half dinner price.
Good to know — Fribourg
Type C/J · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ CHF0.81 · CHF
Emergency Contacts
Fribourg112 (general emergencies, also works for police/fire/ambulance from mobiles); 1414 (REGA helicopter rescue); 0800 141 414 (poisoning help). For non-urgent medical help, call 0848 133 133.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Fribourg, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Perron 13
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Postfinance — 132 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Amavita — 445 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Fribourg Station → Hotel Le Vieux Manoir
💡 Alight at 'Bourg' stop—it’s 50m from the hotel entrance. Validate your ticket on the platform, or buy via the SBB mobile app for instant use. It’s the only bus that goes up the steep hill.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Hotel Le Vieux Manoir, Fribourg
💡 Book in advance via Fribourg Taxi (026 466 66 66) for a fixed 300 CHF rate. Tip: request a driver who knows the old town's narrow streets—saves 10 mins.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Fribourg Station
💡 Buy a Supersaver ticket at sbb.ch for 34 CHF if you book 2 days ahead. Get off at Fribourg Station, not the bus station—it’s a 10-min walk to the hotel uphill.
Bern Main Station → Fribourg Station
💡 Take the S1 line—it’s cheaper than the IC1 and runs right through the countryside. Sit on the left side for views of the Sarine River gorge approaching Fribourg.
About Fribourg
Wikipedia ↗
Fribourg or Freiburg is the capital of the Swiss canton of Fribourg and district of La Sarine. Located on both sides of the river Saane/Sarine, on the Swiss Plateau, it is a major economic, administrative and educational centre on the cultural border between German-speaking and French-speaking Switz...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Perron 13?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the courtyard (rear of the building). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise from the nearby road, and the courtyard side is typically quieter than the street-facing front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Perron 13?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as they are directly above street level and more exposed to traffic noise, especially if facing the main road. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift can be audible during operation, particularly in a 3-star hotel without full soundproofing.
Is Perron 13 noisy?
The hotel is located near Fribourg's main train station, so street noise from taxis, buses, and pedestrian traffic is a factor, especially on weekdays. Early-morning refuse collection is common on this street. Bar and restaurant noise from nearby venues may reach street-facing rooms until late.
Which rooms have the best views at Perron 13?
Rooms on the upper floors facing the Old Town (southwest orientation) offer a view over the rooftops towards the historic quarter and the Sarine river valley. The exact view depends on the building's orientation, but front-facing rooms may see the station square or main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Perron 13?
1. Check if the hotel provides earplugs at reception — many 3-star hotels in Swiss city centres do, and they can save your sleep if you end up in a street-facing room. 2. If you arrive by car, note that Fribourg's old town has limited parking; ask about the hotel's reserved spots or the nearest public garage (e.g., Parking de la Gare) before check-in.
What time is check-in at Perron 13?
Check-in at Perron 13 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Perron 13 have Wi-Fi?
Free, unencrypted network (no login); typical speed ~30 Mbps download, stable enough for streaming; no paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Perron 13?
CHF 3.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, includes free public transport card for duration of stay)
Where can I eat cheaply near Perron 13?
Pizza slice or takeaway sandwich from a bakery – around CHF 8-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Perron 13?
Day pass for urban buses (TPF) – CHF 8.00; from Geneva Airport: cheapest is train (approx CHF 42 one-way, 1.5 hrs).
When is the best time to visit Fribourg?
June and September: warm (20-25°C), long daylight, and the city is lively but not overrun. July is also good, though August can get sticky and busy.
Top Attractions in Fribourg
💡 Come at golden hour (just before sunset) when the sandstone glows. The bridge is also a good spot for photos without the tourist crowds.
💡 Check the temporary exhibitions—they often charge a small fee but are worth it. The garden behind the museum is a quiet spot for a picnic.
💡 Visit in spring for cherry blossoms or autumn for maple leaf colours. The garden gets busy at midday—early morning or late afternoon is quieter.
💡 Start at Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, then follow Rue de la Lorette along the wall. Look for the murals above the doorways—they tell stories of medieval guilds.
💡 Go on a clear weekday morning for the best light through the stained glass. The tower gives a 360-degree view over the old town and the Sarine river valley.