Lac de Schiffenen
Monastery Reservoir near Fribourg in western Switzerland
Schiffenen reservoir near Fribourg provides walking and cycling routes, birdwatching and views across farmland to the city. Locals use its paths for exercise; visitors stop for short nature walks and photography.
How to Get to Lac de Schiffenen #
From Fribourg city centre take the regional bus toward Tafers/Tafers-Düdingen and alight at the Schiffenen reservoir stop (approx. 15-20 minutes). Driving from central Fribourg is roughly a 10-15 minute journey via local roads (follow signs to Schiffenen/Schiffenensee). There is a small parking area near the dam; paths loop the shoreline for easy walking.
Tips for Visiting Lac de Schiffenen #
- Approach from the Fribourg side and park at the small lot near the dam-walking the lakeshore clockwise gives the best light for photos late afternoon.
- Bring binoculars: the reedbeds and shallows attract migrating bird species in spring and autumn.
- Avoid weekday mornings when waterfowl hunters are active in season; check local Canton hunting notices if visiting in autumn.
Best Time to Visit Lac de Schiffenen #
Best visited in shoulder seasons for wildlife and light; summers bring more local swimmers and anglers.
Weather & Climate near Lac de Schiffenen #
Lac de Schiffenen's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (971 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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