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Thematic Hiking Tours



On this path discover about 50 trees and shrubs while hiking in a lovely nature.
 

In the early 14th century, this path was used by poor people who walked once a week to La Part-Dieu to eat a plate of soup after Mass.
 

This new path will appeal to nature lovers and those interested in fantasy. They will go through the place called "Les Aunes" on a 4.5 km circuit. Start at Les Colombettes restaurant, in Vuadens. Good walking shoes indispensable.
 

From Bulle Castle to that of Gruyères, via the Maison du Gruyère.
 

Linking the summit of Vounetz to Charmey are two didactic itineraries.
 

Charmey and its neighbouring villages have got an amazing network of valleys and chapels, the latter built between the 16th and 20th centuries. Three itineraries give you the chance to explore them all in the course of your walk.
 

From the beautiful "Scé" chapel discover the regional species with educational boards.
 

A walking path takes you “from church to chapels” to discover the religious heritage of Châtel-St-Denis / Les Paccots.
 

The Bibera is a stream that runs through Fribourg’s Lake district. As part of a development and regeneration programme, a scenic 6 km-long gravel path has been built along the upper part of the river between Courtaman and Liebistorf. Besides offering rest and relaxation for body and soul, this interpretive trail is full of fascinating facts and figures about the Bibera valley.
 

Thematic trail.
More than twenty illustrated gruyerian legends are to be read between pastures, lake, the Sionge and forests. Region's views and historics
 

Here is an cool idea to visit the region of Estavayer. We propose you some guided rides.
 

Water, its importance, its environment...
 

One of the routes which take pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela passes through Fribourg and Romont, revealing aspects of the region's rich religious heritage along the way.
 

Discover the national route n°4, the “ViaJacobi”. Follow the traces of the pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela! Chapels, churches and country inns are lined up along the whole ViaJacobi like pearls on a necklace and offer an amazing hike through a diversified cultivated landscape.
 

The trail shows a choice of 14 houses or buildings in the village. These constructions are made in different styles from the farmer architecture from XVIth to XXth century.
 

Here you can breathe in the pure air of our mountains and forests. Explore Gruyère's green pastures, its herds of cattle and when you are between Pringy and Moléson- Village, stop to admire the traditional alpine chalets, with their shingle roofs.
 

From Estavannens to Montbovon, exploration of nature in the Gruyère region through explanatory panels. 65 species of trees, traditional villages.
 

From Gruyères to Montbovon (16.5 km) discover the left side of la Sarine with its seven villages that will tell their legends and show their old houses and chapels. You can curtail your walk at any time by stopping at any of the village stations.
 

This walk goes along the Jogne river from Im Fang to Charmey on 3km in a magnificent landscape.
 

At the foot of the Gastlosen range is a didactic path on which, with the help of 12 observation posts, you can learn all about the geological treasures of this site, one of national importance.
 

Welcome to the largest vegetable garden of Switzerland. From the beginning of May until mid-October, you can discover over 60 varieties of vegetables growing in this region.
 

Come with your family or friends to enjoy a good walk in an unusual way; with lamas !! For one whole day or a weekend, from 1st June to 31st October, on Saturdays and Sundays.
 

The educational path "A tire d’ailes" is situated in the magnificent forest "Bois de Ban" at 930 meters of altitude. The woodpecker guides you on a wood shaving covered path and informs you about the life of the birds that live in this forest.
 

A walk of about two hours on Mount Vully will take you back to the time of the First World War.
 

A thematic walk through the vineyards of Vully, in both Fribourg and Vaud, helps you to understand the different stages involved in wine production.
 

With the educational panels of this path you will discover the different steps of the alp cheese manufacturing.
 

On this path, families will meet animals of the farmhouse in the Chalet Incrota and around the alpine restaurant “Petit Oiseau”. A playground and a Tiny train will delight the whole family !
 

New trail !
Discover the mountain lake "Lac des Joncs" and the playground ! This path is ideal for families with small children.
 

This beautiful path brings you from Les Pléiades to Les Paccots. Hike through pasture land and forest and admire the nice view on the Lake of Geneva and the Prealps.
 

Admire the panorama from this path situated at an altitude between 1000 and 1500 Meters.
 

Set off to explore the chateaux, farms and chapels of this area, as well as the archaeological site of the Temple of Mars (Roman ruins, well, tombs).
 

Explore Humilimont Park with its atypical centuries-old trees, as well as the deer park and children's playground.
 

A 4-km trail set with 8 instructive panels illustrating the protective role of forests in mountain areas. Set off at the base of the Moléson-sur-Gruyères lift.
 

From Plan-Francey to Gros-Moléson (Moléson East slope), From Spring to Autumn, informative signs enable walkers to identify 150 Alpine plants.
 

9km from Montbovon - les Allières to the Col de Jaman, discover the historic bridge "Pontet", built in 1661 and the old commercial road between la Gruyère and the Geneva lake.
 

A beautiful display of colour and light in a green setting!
 

Roundabout route in Rue and its region
 

Three trees, registered in the index of spectacular trees of the Fribourg Forest and Fauna Service, are from now linked with each other through a hiking path on the Saint-Martin commune.
 

Pilgrimage in the Fribourg region
 

30 different nesting boxes, 42 children's tales and fables, 12 butterflies representing the 12 months of the year. Picnic and barbecue facilities. Start behind the Sorens camp site.
 

From Sorens or from Avry to the Gibloux-Tower. Platform reachable by a spiral staircase. Panoramic view and georama: adventure of the earth and life.
 

180 wooden sculptures carved with a motor saw by different artists. Start close to the Sorens campsite.
 

Between Estavannens and Lessoc, walk back along the Sarine to explore the Gruyerian villages where you can still see the very old poyas (long wooden panels depicting the summer ascent of cattle and their owners to the high alps).