Franex: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The Menhirs de Clendy are located in the area surrounding Franex. They are a specific cultural point of interest for travelers interested in such historical monuments.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Franex.

Nature

The Montagne de Boudry is located in the wider regional area of Franex. It is therefore a specific point of reference for travelers interested in the landscape character of the wider region.

Château d'Amont, Mont Vully, Le Crêt Breny, and Mont de Couvet are also located in the wider regional area of Franex.

Geographical Setting

Franex is a locality in the Broye District of the canton of Fribourg and has been part of the municipality of Estavayer since 2017.

Franex is located on the left valley slope of the Petite Glâne, below the Tour de la Molière, in the molasse hill country between Lake Neuchâtel and the central Broyetal.

History

Franex was first documented in 1242 under the name Frasnei; later historical forms include Frasnaj, Franey, and Frane.

Since the Middle Ages, Franex was under the rule of Estavayer; at the same time, the Lausanne cathedral chapter owned property there.

Local Character

Agriculture in Franex includes arable farming, dairy farming, and livestock breeding.

For further destination options, you can also view Cheyres.

For the overview of the wider travel destination: Fribourg.