Must-see nightlife in Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

  • Bar HR Giger

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    Sip absinthe or cocktails with names like Bambi Alien Blood at this insanely trippy cafe-by-day/bar for a few hours, kitted out in the style of theHR…

  • L'Irlandais

    The Jura Mountains

    This Irish pub in Fleurier with an awesome terrace out front is the go-to spot on the highway for passing groups of cyclists, hikers and motorists. It's…

  • La Cavatine

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    What's most striking about this lovely cafe is its location in Fribourg's most up-to-the-minute piece of architecture, aptly called Equilibre to reflect…

  • Distillerie Blackmint Kübler et Wyss

    The Jura Mountains

    In 2005, following Switzerland’s lifting of its absinthe ban, this place distilled its first true and authentic batch of the mythical brew from valley…

  • Chauffage Compris

    Neuchâtel

    Despite its name – Heating Included – this retro bar, with a decorative tiled entrance, is one cool place to loiter, be it for morning coffee, evening…

  • Dan'ton-Ku Tiki Bar

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    A great spot to meet the locals, this unexpected tiki bar, far from Polynesia on the main drag of Biel, is a hoot and a popular spot for afternoon drinks.

  • Art-Buvette

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    The showstopper of this funky art bar in an old butcher's shop (note the original flooring and ceramic tiled walls) is the seating – an angular black-and…

  • Fribourg Plage

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    When the sun shines there's no lovelier spot for hanging out in a pink or lime-green deckchair than at this urban beach, complete with golden sand and…

  • TM Café & Talk Wine

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    Called TM Café by day, it becomes Talk Wine by night, when trendies drink, dance and do shots as DJs spin electro or lounge music, dependent on the mood:…

  • Le Bassin Bleu

    Neuchâtel

    In the heat of the summer much of the drinking action gravitates towards the water's edge with pop-up bars and drinking spaces such as upcycled, portside…

  • Mythic

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    House, trance, rock, reggae…every sound goes at this mainstream club in Fribourg's hip industrial zone. For aspiring pop stars, Thursday is karaoke night.

  • Café des Arcades

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    Alive and kicking since 1861, this cafe, with a wonderful people-watching terrace in the morning sun, transports you to another time.

  • Ayers Rock Pub

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    Well, what do you know, an Aussie-themed pub in the middle of Payerne. As long as the beer's cold, she'll be right, mate!

  • Banshee's Lodge

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    In the heart of the Old Town, this cosy Irish pub is a great place to meet other travellers and have some good craic.

  • La Plage

    Neuchâtel

    In the warmer months this beachside bar is the place to go for early evening drinks and cocktails.

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