Experiences in Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut Regional Nature Park

Take a seat in a bob and listen to the instructions, then get yourself pulled up to the top of the run by a cable. Attention: go!

This idyllic run located away from the ski pistes guarantees tobogganing fun for the whole family.

Rossinière is located at 930 m above sea level in the Pays-d'Enhaut (Oberland) and has numerous wooden chalets with painted and intricately carved facades. This centuries-old cultural heritage stands to be admired in the village and in the hamlet of La Frasse.

As tourists savor a fondue outside on the square, the surreal works of H.R. Giger come alive inside the Château St. Germain castle - where his famous film decor, pictures, sculptures and furniture are set out in the form of exhibition. And if you’d like even more Giger-ambiance, take a seat in the bar opposite, where you can sip Martinis in a vault of bone.

Riding the zip lines from Charmey feels almost like flying. Experience something new and unique – especially in winter, when the snow-covered fir trees make for an extraordinary backdrop.

It’s no wonder that the Moléson has a special place in the hearts of Fribourg’s citizens: the journey up to the panoramic peak is an adventure in itself. Once you reach the summit, you are greeted by wonderful 360° panoramic views of the Gruyère Pre-Alps and the Bernese and Valais Alps.

In our information center, you will discover the world of electricity and sustainable development in a friendly and fun way.

Visit the Gruyere Museum and discover local traditional ways and customs, and the treasured heritage of the area: poyas, sculpted spoons, wardrobes and costumes are displayed in a modern setting.

Le Gruyère AOP cheese is produced in ample quantities. 29'000 tons of the hard cheese are made annually. It bears the registered trademark AOP (indicating its origin). There is a modern show dairy that produces Le Gruyère AOP cheese, the "La Maison du Gruyère".

Mt. Moléson, a prominent hiking destination, dominates the Freiburg Pre-Alps. The cheese is produced the old-fashioned way, over a wood fire, in the Alpine cheese dairy in Moléson. A thematic hiking trail leads from Alp to Alp.

A picture-perfect medieval town on a small hill with a castle and three totally different museums: In Gruyères, 800-year-old regional history and culture meet Oscar-winning aliens and Buddhist sculptures.

Lake Gruyère (Lac de la Gruyère) is the longest and second-largest artificial lake in Switzerland, measuring 13.5 kilometres and covering almost ten square kilometres at high water. This is precisely why the lake on the edge of the Fribourg foothills is so popular for all kinds of watersports.

This alpine Invuettes is just 10 minutes’ drive from Charmey. Visitors not only have a chance to purchase and sample the local Gruyère and Vacherin cheeses, but can also have a go themselves.

The Moléson mountain in the canton of Fribourg has much to offer, from snow shoe tours and ski tours to freeride adventures – come snowfall or blazing sunshine. There are many signposted trails on which to explore this charming untouched landscape.

Vounetz lies above Charmey. The mountain destination is a real natural paradise, offering a wide range of things to do. No matter whether that’s panoramic hikes suitable for a range of abilities, adrenaline-fuelled zip line trips or indulging in gourmet delicacies in the restaurant at the summit – the panoramic views accompany you whatever you choose to do.

Downhill enthusiasts will find the La Gruyère Region’s very first bike park in La Berra. The Berra Bike Park surprises with two action-packed downhill tracks where newbies and die-hard downhillers and bikers alike are sure to get their money’s worth. And to top it off, there’s a beautiful view stretching from Lake Gruyère to the snow-covered Bernese Alps.

Six courses of various levels of difficulty, ranging in height from 2 to 25 metres, can be completed by making use of climbing belts, sliding ropes and vines (lianas).

A secured climb for mountain walkers, offering two Vie ferrate for beginners and experienced climbers on the 'Rüeblihorn' the name given by the Saanenland locals to Le Rubli. The route across the west wall calls for people who move at height as fearlessly as mountain goats. And it benefits from the afternoon sun.

Guests who have come for spa and wellness will experience innovative design at the Bains de la Gruyère in Charmey while enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains in the Gruyère region – the perfect way to unwind.

Between Broc and Châtel-sur-Montsalvens in the canton of Fribourg lies the spectacular and romantically wild Jaunbach Gorge. Wooden bridges, tunnels and rock galleries make this walk an adventurous excursion for the entire family.

The visitor trail provides a complete immersion into the brand, history and products of Cailler of Switzerland. The experience is sensitive, sensual and poetic, giving the visitor a window into the world of chocolate by means of a transparent and sparkling aesthetic.

Deep in the forest in the heart of the Charmey ski region is a winter park with plenty of varied activities for young and old alike. Bounè Rodzo is the name of this winter oasis, which is open free of charge to sledding, skiing and snowshoe fans. A unique, fun experience to enjoy with family or friends!