Intro
The La Gruyère region invites you to relax and enjoy. Discover Gruyères with its castle, the show dairy and the Giger Museum. Let yourself be surprised by the far-reaching view from the Moléson. Treat yourself to a trip to Lake Gruyère with the Maison Cailler or wellness in Charmey.
This is La Gruyère
La Gruyère (German: Greyerzerland) lies in western Switzerland in the Fribourg region. Its central location between the Swiss Plateau and the Alps, along with its natural landscapes and attractions such as the picturesque town of Gruyères, make it a popular destination for day trips.Discover La Gruyère
The landscape of La Gruyère is shaped by the Saane River and green hills dotted with cow pastures. Discover vibrant traditions and culinary delights, most notably the hard cheese Le Gruyère AOP and how it is produced. Tip: visit the village of Jaun with its mysterious waterfall. From here, you can enjoy a panoramic hike along the Gastlosen mountain range or tackle a climbing route.Cheese and chocolate in the La Gruyère region
The landmark of La Gruyère is the medieval town of Gruyères, with its magnificent castle and the HR Giger Alien Museum. At the Maison du Gruyère, you'll learn how the famous Le Gruyère AOP cheese is made from cow’s milk. Also dating back to the Middle Ages are the ruins on Ogoz Island in the Lake of Gruyère, accessible by boat—or for a short time in spring—on foot. And who could resist the sweet temptation of a visit to the Maison Cailler in Broc?Hiking paradise with natural treasures
The scenic Lake of Gruyère is perfect for water sports or just relaxing. The peaks of the Fribourg Pre-Alps, such as the Moléson and La Berra, are popular hiking and winter sports destinations. Particularly stunning is the nature reserve surrounding Vanil Noir and the traditional village of Grandvillard. You’ll also discover natural treasures in the Intyamon Valley and the untouched wilderness of the Brecca area.Around La Gruyère
The La Gruyère region is the perfect starting point for exploring picture-book Switzerland. Travel through the Gruyère Pays d’Enhaut Nature Park to reach the Saanenland with the resort of Gstaad, or cross the Jaun Pass into the lush Simmental valley. Heading north, you’ll reach Fribourg with its famous old town and numerous bridges. In just one hour you can be in Lausanne, the cultural capital on the shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman).Experience La Gruyère for less
With the DayPass La Gruyère, you can relax and discover the region's top highlights: from Maison Cailler to the Gruyères Castle and La Maison du Gruyère show dairy – including a day ticket for public transport (zones 30 + 31).
