The Battle of Murten

Hiking trails & Routes

The Battle of Murten

Moderate

4.6

(9)

hikers

The Battle of Murten

04:16

15.7km

230m

Hiking

The Battle of Murten was a decisive turning point in the history of the Swiss Confederation. On this circular tour you will hike to some of the places where it took place. But the circular tour around Lake Murten is not only worthwhile from a historical point of view. Between…

by FRIBOURG

Last updated: July 7, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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366 m

Murten Castle

Highlight • Castle

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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1.51 km

Lake Murten

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Very nice place. Old town is an eye-catcher

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3.26 km

Aderahubel

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The Aderahubel is a hill above Muntelier. From the bench you can enjoy a magnificent view of the surrounding villages and Lake Murten.

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9.21 km

Bodenmünzi

Highlight • Historical Site

Good vantage point of the town of Murten - with a barbecue area.

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14.0 km

Obelisk

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After the fatal outcome of the Battle of Murten on June 22, 1476 in Burgundy, there were around 10,000 fallen Burgundians and their allies on the battlefield. After 3 days …

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15.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.67 km

3.86 km

2.82 km

1.37 km

951 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.98 km

4.93 km

4.02 km

1.33 km

399 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

Weather

Wednesday 21 October

13°C

4°C

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Comments

April 9, 2024

The Battle of Murten was a decisive turning point in the history of the Swiss Confederation. On this circular tour you will hike to some of the places where it took place. But the circular tour around Lake Murten is not only worthwhile from a historical point of view. Between the historical sites, the

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