Alpine Panorama Trail
Overview
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Distance 16 km
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Duration 5 h
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Ascent 950 m
Intro
A valley hike alongside the babbling Jaunbach crossing the language boundary to Charmey, following Lac de Montsalvens, with its many coves, to the dam and the spectacular Jaun-Schlucht gorge down to Broc and the famous Gruyère Castle.
Description
From Gruyères, founded in the 12th century, and its castle perched on the hill, head to Pringy and La Maison du Gruyère, demonstration cheese-dairy. Follow the cheese dairies route through La Provêta, where you can observe the typical Alpine chalets of La Gruyère region, some of which operate as Alpine restaurants. Don’t miss the chance to try some local products.
Heading towards Le Gros Plané and the Col de Villard at the foot of the Moléson and Teysachaux, you will see Lake Geneva, the plateau, the Jura and the slopes of the Pre-Alps in the distance. Drop down through the forest to Les Paccots, a delightful family resort where you will find numerous waymarked paths in a Pre-Alpine setting. Explore the local specialities based on your tastes and appetites at your leisure.
Tip: explore the heritage of the Fribourg region all along the route, observing the Alpine chalets, shingles, armaillis (shepherds) and traditional cheese production.
An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted
| Start location |
Gruyères
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| Direction |
One way
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| Ascent |
950 m
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| Descent |
620 m
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| Distance |
16 km
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| Duration |
5 h
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| Duration back |
4 h 45 min
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| Technical requirements |
Easy
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| Physical requirements |
Difficult
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| Season |
All year
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| Theme |
Along Water, Along castles, Over a pass
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| More information | https://www.schweizmobil.ch/en/wanderland/etappe3.... |
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