Maigrauge Dam – View of the Sarine River loop from Fribourg/Freiburg Poya

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Maigrauge Dam – View of the Sarine River loop from Fribourg/Freiburg Poya

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Maigrauge Dam – View of the Sarine River loop from Fribourg/Freiburg Poya

03:50

31.8km

840m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 36 m for 168 m

Permit required

After 2.62 km for 146 m

Open: • Monday-Saturday (otherwise closed)

After 31.7 km for 168 m

Permit required

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Start point

Train Station

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • Structure

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Highlight • Viewpoint

A hiking trail goes up here

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Lake

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Highlight • Bridge

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Highlight • River

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