La Gruyère

Nestled in the green heart of Switzerland,  La Gruyère is full of places to see and activities to do. Autumn is the perfect season to recharge your batteries: thermal baths, strolls in a nature sublimated by colors or the discovery of historical monuments.


Discover… pure bliss

Highlights

La Gruyère

Digital trail

30 didactic boards are divided into 7 ludic walks of about 1.30 hour and inform everyone about the fauna, the flora, the geology and the history of the Lake Gruyère. You can also take part in a treasure hunt and discover many surprises!

Charmey

Bains de la Gruyère

3 spacious pools (inside and outside), wellness and relaxation areas offer a breathtaking view of the Pre-Alps. A haven of peace in the charming village of Charmey. So, tempted by this mineral water heated to nearly 34 degrees?

Gruyères

Gruyères Castle

Explore the medieval fortress, its history and its rooms. The entrance also gives access to the temporary exhibitions and the multimedia show. On request, experience the history and legends of the castle through storytellers in medieval costume.

Tipps

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Passeport La Gruyère

Get Away in La Gruyère! 2 nights from CHF 175.-/person, incl. breakfast, fondue dinner and 1 pass with free touristic visits and public transport! With museums, outdoor activities and gourmet tastings, you will be pleased!

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Cableways

Enjoy the beautiful autumn colors while hiking in the Pre-Alps! Numerous marked trails for walkers and cyclists are accessible with the cableways from Charmey, Moléson, La Berra, Jaun and Schwarzsee.

La Berra

Berra Bike Park

1st Bike Park in La Gruyère, discover 2 downhill trails: the blue one "Allières" with flows and turns over 5.6km and the challenging downhill "La Tschaka"; 3.4km with many jumps and banks. Free access to the cableway with the MAGIC PASS!

Charmey

La Tzintre Cheese Cellars

Discover the traditional production of Gruyère d’Alpage AOP and Vacherin Fribourgeois d’Alpage AOP in the cellar “La Tzintre” in Charmey. The visit includes a visit with explanations, a cheese tasting and an aperitif: It must be booked in advance and is available from 10 people.

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Hiking in automn

A selection of autumn hikes to enjoy this colorful season. Discover the top 10 autumn hikes with different degrees of difficulty between Bulle, Gruyères, Moléson, Charmey, Jaun and the Intyamon.

Hotels & Restaurants

Broc

Les Montagnards

The hotel-restaurant is located in a sumptuous place with view of the Pre-Alps. The restaurant welcomes you in its café, brasserie or in its gastronomic restaurant. Extend your stay by booking one of the 10 charming rooms!

Jaun

Hotel Wasserfall

In the center of the village, the renovated, family-run Hotel Wasserfall invites you to relax. 6 out of the 17 double rooms are thematic, and most offer a stunning view on the mysterious waterfall. The ideal place to recharge your batteries.

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Alpine huts

Discover the alpine huts open in autumn: from La Berra, Moléson, Charmey or Jaun taste the Fribourg Region's specialities in the heart of the Pre-Alps. A well-deserved break after a hike! Some huts are accessible by car.

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Bénichon menu

A tradition in Fribourg Region celebrated for several centuries, the Bénichon marks a festive moment: typical meal, alpine cattle descent, folk market,... Enjoy the Bénichon menu in one of the restaurants or alpine huts in La Gruyère.

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Picnic Box

Full of various Fribourg Region's specialities, the "Picnic Box" can be taken everywhere with you! Ideal for tasting local products with a beautiful panorama. The boxes are available in 4 versions in different points of sale in La Gruyère.