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Hochmatt (2152 m) walks
The Hochmatt and Cheval Blanc circular route starting from Gros Mont
Visorando Member
8.76 mi
+4,049 ft
-4,029 ft
7h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Charmey (Canton of Fribourg)
This circular walk in the Val de Charmey region (Gruyère) links the Gros Mont valley with the Petit Mont (Klein Mungbach) valley, passing via the summits of the Hochmatt (2,152 m) and Cheval Blanc (2,147 m). The return route takes you up the Petit Mont valley, passing at the foot of the Dent de Savigny before descending back towards the Gros Mont plain. Amidst pastures and forests, you’ll enjoy magnificent views of all the surrounding peaks, particularly the Gastlosen massif.
Walks near Hochmatt (2152 m)
Jaun - Gruyères
13.16 mi
+1,509 ft
-2,172 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Jaun (Canton of Fribourg)
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.
Schwarzsee - Jaun
8.42 mi
+2,119 ft
-2,228 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Plaffeien (Canton of Fribourg)
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.
From Schwarzsee to Vevey
47.37 mi
+9,633 ft
-11,781 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Plaffeien (Canton of Fribourg)
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.
Gruyères - Les Paccots
12.13 mi
+4,347 ft
-3,284 ft
9h 20
Difficult
Departure from Gruyères (Canton de Fribourg) (Canton of Fribourg)
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.