Discover a diverse range of hikes accessible by public transport from Saanen. From the panoramic high-level paths of the Via Alpina to the enchanting Tour des Alpes Vaudoises, these routes showcase the beauty of the Swiss Alps. Explore limestone karren areas, traditional alp huts, and pristine nature reserves, all while enjoying breathtaking views of surrounding peaks and valleys.
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Panoramic high-level path past Berghaus Eggli and the Wilde Bode limestone karren area to the language border at Col de Jable. Many traditional alp huts with large shingle roofs and cheesemaking in copper cauldrons high above Etivaz.
16km
1250m
1200m
6h 25m
Barrier free: No
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Setting off from the hot air balloon Mecca of Château-d’Oex, you will walk along the river Saane to Gérignoz. There is a steep climb up to the nature conservation area of La Pierreuse. Surrounded by eroded mountain peaks, you will walk to the highest point at 2,000 metres. After that comes a steep descent to L’Etivaz.
14km1200m1000m5h 30mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, With panoramic views
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From Rossinière via a bridge dating back to 1650 to the Col de Solomon. After the descent to the Hongrin Valley, the ascent to the Col de Chaude with superb views of Lake Geneva awaits. From there, the route continues uphill to the intermediate station of the Rochers de Naye cogwheel railway.
19km1850m800m7h 30mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, Over a pass, With panoramic views
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From the Grand Chalet de Rossinière to the Auberge de la Croix de Fer in Allières, this walk through forests and the alpine pastures that ultimately produce cheese offers a panoramic view over the surround-ing peaks: the Dent de Corjon, the Vanils and the Gummfluh.
13km820m700m4h 30mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Onto an alp, Through a Swiss Park
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Starting in the Bernese Oberland, the stage leads from Gsteig near Gstaad along old mule trails over the Col du Sanetsch – a historic pass into Valais. Enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Valais Alps and the glacier world of Les Diablerets.
13km1150m280m4h 45mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Onto an alp, Over a pass, With panoramic views
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This hike through the border area of the Canton Fribourg is all about nature and history. It leads along the Saane River to a historic 17th century bridge and from Alp La Brâ the view opens up over the Intyamon Valley.
10km780m780m4h 0mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Along the water
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Setting off from Leysin with views of cyclists and mountain peaks, this leg leads uphill to Les Plans and onwards to a highlight of the tour: the path up to the rock face of the Tour de Famelon, surrounded by vibrant meadows. After that, there are geological structures to admire along the way. The trail leads along the Mont d’Or and onwards to Les Mosses.
17km900m860m5h 20mBarrier free: No
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Setting off from Les Diablerets, the trail climbs past an impressive rock face with a waterfall to Col de la Croix. Then comes a geological highlight: the pyramids of gypsum are a natural wonder formed by the weathering of ancient limestone over thousands of years. There follows an idyllic lake and far-reaching views of the highest mountain in Europe, both equally enchanting.
18km1100m1000m6h 10mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic views
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Gentle climb alongside the Glisbach stream, through forest and moorland, over the Hahnenmoospass, then down to Lenk, superbly set in the Hinter Simmental basin, with spectacular waterfalls and the perfect backdrop of the Wildstrubel massif.
14km700m1000m4h 30mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Over a pass, With panoramic views
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Setting off from the lovely Schwarzsee lake, this route leads through the primeval landscape of Breccaschlund and into the jagged limestone scenery of the Gruyère Alps. From there, you will cross the relatively low-lying Euschelspass, carved out by glaciers, into Jaun. This leg ends in the only German-speaking village in the district of Gruyères.
12km720m760m4h 10mBarrier free: No
Landscape: Along the water
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