Hauteville (Canton de Fribourg) walks

A walk from the shores of Lake Gruyère up to the heights of Crozet and Solitou, offering magnificent views of the lake and its surroundings. The route crosses pastures, passes numerous alpine farms and wooded areas.

A short route, but the higher you go, the steeper the slope becomes. A mix of forest, mountain pastures and sweeping panoramic views typical of the area. A wide view of the Alps and the Jura from the summit. A lovely discovery. The actual climb to Le Vanil is quite challenging.

From Gruyères, you will have your eyes fixed on the imposing Moléson. As you make your way towards the summit, the village of Gruyères will remain behind you until you reach Plan Francey. You will temporarily leave trail no. 3, the Alpenpanorama Weg, to climb the Moléson, the highest point of this trek. Back on trail no. 3, at Villard Dessus, you will reach Les Paccots via a descent through the forest.

For thisfirst stage, you will walk along the pleasant Black Lake, then look down on it from the Hubel Rippa mountain pasture. The landscapes are varied, you will cross numerous mountain pastures and also the karst plain of Breccaschlund. The Euschels Pass will take you across pastures to the village of Jaun, the only German-speaking village in the district of Gruyère. In Jaun, don't miss the chance to cool off at the waterfall located 350 metres from the hotel.

This four-day itinerary follows the Alpenpanorama Weg trail (No. 3). You will start at a charming lake in German-speaking Switzerland and end up on the shores of Lake Geneva in French-speaking Switzerland. This route combines nature, culture and gastronomy and is sure to delight you. This mini trek can be summed up as follows: Schwarzsee and the mountain pastures to Jaun, the Jogne Gorge, the village of Gruyères with its medieval castle, the Moléson, Lake Geneva, Gruyères cheeses, and the Cailler and Nestlé chocolate factories.

Please note: the section between (10) and (11) is closed for works until the end of 2025. For more information, visit: La-Gruyere/Randonnees-pedestres. See also the "Practical information" section During thissecond stage, the Jaunbach will be your companion for a long time. After Im Fang, it becomes the Jogne, which will then lead you to Lake Montsalavens and the dam. You will follow the path through the wild gorges of the Jogne. In Broc, you will pass by the famous Cailler chocolate factory. Your route will also take you past the chapel of Notre-Dame des Marches. You will arrive in Gruyères via its medieval castle. Don't miss out on tasting the moitié-moitié fondue.

Moléson is a must-see peak in the Gruyères region of Switzerland. Easily accessible by cable car and funicular, you can walk all the way round it to enjoy a 360° view of the French and Swiss Alps. Although challenging, the ascent is fairly short but technical, as is the descent. It is possible to start much lower down in the valley from Moléson-sur-Gruyères.

This stage will take you from Guggisberg to Schwarzsee. After a descent into the Laubbach valley, the route climbs again through beautiful forests. After skirting the rocky outcrop of Brönti Egg, you will enjoy a splendid view of the Stockhorn range as far as Gantrisch and Ochsen. At Zollhaus, you will enter the canton of Fribourg and follow the Warme Sense to Schwarzsee.

A short, easy loop with an ascent of the Guggershornli, which rises to 1,283 metres. There is a beautiful 360° view of the surrounding area from the top of the platform. Ideal for families, you will encounter peaceful cows. The end of the loop is on a paved road. The route is dotted with signs explaining the legend and love story of little Vreneli.

A beautiful circular to do in the Teysachaux area, with varied landscapes. If you're lucky, you might spot some marmots. You can park at the starting point of the route, where there are 5 or 6 spaces.

Moléson is a popular peak in the Fribourg Pre-Alps because it offers superb views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. This hike takes you up the mountain, first passing the steep summit of Teysachaux and then following a pleasant ridge trail.

The Dent de Lys is a summit that lives up to the elegance of its name and offers superb panoramic views! Its ascent includes steep and exposed sections that make it suitable only for experienced hikers.

This last stage will take you to the shores of Lake Geneva in Vevey. From Les Paccots, a forest trail will lead you to the Fégire footbridge, where the Veveyse de Fégire marks the border between the cantons of Fribourg and Vaud. When you arrive at Laly and from the Pléiades trail, you can admire Lake Geneva and the surrounding Alpine peaks. You will pass through a few vineyards before arriving in Vevey.

Starting from La Cergniaulaz towards Le Molard, this is a beautiful route that runs along the peaks of Cape au Moine. It can be extended via La Pierra Perchia (to be avoided in bad weather) and descends via the Col de Jaman and La Planiaz.

A classic destination in the region offering magnificent views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. The route is particularly recommended in spring and autumn. In summer, this largely shaded route limits excessive exposure to the sun. The hike is ideal for family activities, including a visit to the AstroPléiades educational site.