Whether skating or classic: these ten cross-country skiing destinations are all reachable from Château-d'Oex by public transport. From romantic forest tracks to scenic high-altitude loops, there’s something for every level of Nordic skier.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Château-d'Oex to make your planning easier. Make sure to visit the map to explore all cross-country skiing areas and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
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Spanning a gentle pass landscape between the Pays-d'Enhaut and the Ormonts valley, this area features rolling terrain across open moorland and light forests. The broad, undulating high plateau creates a serene setting favored by cross-country enthusiasts.
6.5km| Château-d'Oex, gare (09:05) | |
| 175 (26m) | |
| La Lécherette, village (09:31) |
Framed by the iconic Diablerets massif and the Glacier 3000 area, this alpine village offers trails winding through a dramatic mountain setting. The terrain provides a genuine high-alpine atmosphere with views toward rugged peaks and glacial landscapes.
8.4km| Château-d'Oex, gare (09:05) | |
| 175 (46m) | |
| Le Sépey, gare (09:51) |
| Le Sépey (10:01) | |
| R71 (14m) | |
| Plan Morier (10:15) |
After leaving the Gstaad ski area for historic Gsteig, this cross-country trail takes you into the valley with the rushing Saane beside you. Its sunny and quiet location with its gentle gradients makes this route especially suitable for enthusiastic skiers.
14.7kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex (08:39) | |
| GPX (18m) | |
| Gstaad (08:57) |
First follow the route taken by the famous GoldenPass line and then you go along the stream: This route between Saanenmöser and the sunny mountain terrace of Schönried is picture-postcard beautiful in a typically Swiss way. It crosses the Moos plateau and winds its way through delightful wooded areas.
7.5kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex (08:39) | |
| GPX (26m) | |
| Schönried (09:05) |
From Lenk to Zweisimmen along the roaring Simme: With the warming sun on the back, the cross-country ski trail in the valley offers a lot of variety and magnificent views of beautiful wooden houses, a castle and the surrounding mountains.
12.1kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex (08:39) | |
| GPX (48m) | |
| Zweisimmen (09:27) |
At the foot of the legendary family resort of Leysin, the cross-country ski trail in the lower part of the village is an ideal chance to exercise, enjoy the sunshine and relax and recharge in a stunning setting surrounded by spectacular mountain peaks.
6.9kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex, gare (09:05) | |
| 175 (1h 3m) | |
| Leysin, En Crettaz (10:08) |
With its wide, flat valley floor, the Simmental offers an authentic cross-country experience. From the village, the cross-country ski trail to the Simmenfälle (waterfalls) approaches the shady end of the valley with the rugged Ammertenhorn cliffs. It is suited for beginners and experienced athletes alike.
15.7kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex (08:39) | |
| GPX (48m) | |
| Zweisimmen (09:27) |
| Zweisimmen (09:34) | |
| R32 (19m) | |
| Lenk im Simmental (09:53) |
Easy, flat, sunny. Mostly surrounded by unspoilt nature and with some great views too. If this is what you are looking for, then this trail in Lauenen is just right for you.
7.5kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex (08:39) | |
| GPX (18m) | |
| Gstaad (08:57) |
| Gstaad, Bahnhof (09:37) | |
| 181 (17m) | |
| Lauenen b. Gstaad, Rohrbrücke (09:54) |
This trail is located on the closest peak to Vevey, Les Pléiades, which although not very high offers stunning views of Lake Geneva and the nearby Alps. Alternating flat sections with moderate descents and climbs through beautiful scenery.
11.6kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex (09:04) | |
| 30 (1h 4m) | |
| Fontanivent (10:08) |
| Fontanivent, gare (10:13) | |
| 204 (7m) | |
| Blonay, gare (10:20) |
| Blonay (10:23) | |
| R35 (13m) | |
| Lally (10:36) |
The snow-sure secret trip even in the spring: The cross-country ski trail on Hasler Hochmoor lures with an impressive landscape – from the Gryden to the stretch to Albristhorn and Spillgerte.
4.1kmTour published by:
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| Château-d'Oex (08:39) | |
| GPX (48m) | |
| Zweisimmen (09:27) |
| Zweisimmen (09:34) | |
| R32 (19m) | |
| Lenk im Simmental (09:53) |
| Lenk (Talstation Leiterli) (10:08) | |
| 2380 (18m) | |
| Leiterli (Bergstation) (10:26) |
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