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Bains de la Motta

The Bains de la Motta is an outdoor swimming pool in the old town of Fribourg, Switzerland, representative of early 20th-century pools. It offers a 50-metre pool with eight lanes, a non-swimmer pool and a paddling pool, as well as sports facilities such as beach volleyball, basketball, table tennis and slackline. The pool features a large terrace with a snack bar and is equipped with a lift for people with reduced mobility.

Families and Kids

The pool has a paddling pool for young children and a non-swimmer pool, making it suitable for families with children of all ages.

Information

  • Visit duration: 180min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: No
  • Free entrance: No
  • Lockers: True
  • Price range: $
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

Open daily from 09.05.2026 to 13.09.2026: Monday to Friday from 6:30 to 19:45, Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 to 19:45. In bad weather, closing is at 18:00.
Monday
06:30-19:45 (09.05.2026 - 13.09.2026)
Tuesday
06:30-19:45 (09.05.2026 - 13.09.2026)
Wednesday
06:30-19:45 (09.05.2026 - 13.09.2026)
Thursday
06:30-19:45 (09.05.2026 - 13.09.2026)
Friday
06:30-19:45 (09.05.2026 - 13.09.2026)
Saturday
07:30-19:45 (09.05.2026 - 13.09.2026)
Sunday
07:30-19:45 (09.05.2026 - 13.09.2026)

Admission fees

7 CHF
Adult admission
2.5 CHF
Child admission
4.5 CHF
Student admission
4.5 CHF
Senior admission

Contact

Webpage
ville-fribourg.ch
Email
sports@ville-fr.ch
Address
Ch. des Bains 8, 1700 Fribourg

Access

Nearby stops

  • Fribourg, Neuveville/Motta200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Bern
31m
Lausanne
53m
Thun
1h 6m
Neuchâtel
1h 8m
Olten
1h 11m

FAQ

  • Is the pool accessible for people with reduced mobility?
    Yes, the pool is equipped with a lift for people with reduced mobility, a gift from the Swiss Foundation for children with cerebral palsy.
  • What sports facilities are available at the pool?
    The pool offers beach volleyball, basketball, table tennis and slackline facilities. Equipment such as rackets and balls must be provided by the players themselves.
  • Is there a snack bar at the pool?
    Yes, there is a snack bar with a large terrace with parasols, offering a daily menu and light refreshments, with opening hours identical to those of the pool.
  • Are there different admission tariffs depending on place of residence?
    Yes, there are two tariffs: Tarif A for residents of the City of Fribourg and partner municipalities, and Tarif B for residents of other localities.