Bulle, municipality in the canton of Fribourg, Switzerland
Description
Bulle is a Swiss town in the Greyerz region with a well-preserved old town center. The core features medieval and early modern stone buildings, narrow streets that wind through the center, and a main square that anchors the historic quarters.
History
The town developed as a trading center for the surrounding Greyerz dairy region and its prosperity relied on cheese commerce. The medieval core was built and expanded gradually over time as the settlement grew in importance.
Culture
The town center reflects the role of cheese trading that shaped this region for centuries. The narrow streets and squares show how daily life developed around this commercial activity.
Practical
The best way to explore is to walk through the narrow streets of the center at a leisurely pace. The town is relatively small and easy to navigate, making it simple to see the main areas and buildings in a few hours.
Did you know?
The town is known for its cheese museums and dairies where visitors can discover the traditional process of cheese production. This provides insight into a craft practiced by generations in this region.
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