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Switzerland
Espace Mittelland
Fribourg
Gruyère District
Val-de-Charmey

Chemin du Gruyère: Charmey – Gruyères

Moderate

4.8

(20)

137

hikers

Chemin du Gruyère: Charmey – Gruyères

03:06

11.2km

150m

Hiking

Many culinary highlights await you on the Chemin du Gruyère: a beautiful lake, a spectacular gorge, a medieval town and, finally, a cheese tasting. You start in the romantic mountain village of Charmey with its thermal baths and numerous chapels. First, you descend to the Montsalvens reservoir. Along its northern…

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Last updated: August 30, 2024

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.51 km

Montsalvens Lake Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Nice suspension bridge over the reservoir.

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2

3.42 km

Montsalvens Dam

Highlight • Monument

Super beautiful location. From the wall you have a wide, open view over the lake. The hiking section goes directly over the dam.

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3

5.09 km

Jogne Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

The Jaun Gorge is worth a visit and can easily be done on foot!

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4

10.4 km

Gruyères Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

Very beautiful old town, located on a hill. Wonderful view of the Freiburg mountains and the surrounding area. Worth a visit!

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5

11.1 km

La Maison du Gruyère

Highlight • Historical Site

The Gruyère house is a must-see if you want to know more about this treasure of Swiss culture. This museum offers tours and meals in its restaurant.

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11.2 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.13 km

2.83 km

1.56 km

1.07 km

551 m

Surfaces

4.20 km

1.89 km

1.66 km

1.61 km

1.43 km

346 m

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Highest point (890 m)

Lowest point (690 m)

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Monday 25 May

27°C

13°C

15 %

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June 17, 2024

Many culinary highlights await you on the Chemin du Gruyère: a beautiful lake, a spectacular gorge, a medieval town and, finally, a cheese tasting. You start in the romantic mountain village of Charmey with its thermal baths and numerous chapels. First, you descend to the Montsalvens reservoir. Along

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