Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Estavayer-le-Lac by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
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The Schwyberg trail makes for a wonderfully decelerating experience. Peace and nature have returned to what was once a bustling ski resort. Once you have climbed the Schwyberg, a breathtaking view from the alps to the Jura rewards the hikers.
9km
660m
660m
5h 0mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:49) | |
| S30 (39m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (09:28) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:33) | |
| 123 (50m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (10:23) |
A magnificent path through the Franches-Montagnes between the villages of Le Noirmont and Les Bois. It’s a discovery of the region's marvellous nature. It is composed of pasturelands, pine tree forests and inviting and typically named hamlets, home to the former houses of artisan watchmakers.
9km220m160m3h 35mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:40) | |
| S30 (16m) | |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (08:56) |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (09:01) | |
| IC5 (20m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:21) |
| Neuchâtel (09:29) | |
| IR66 (28m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (09:57) |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (10:02) | |
| R36 (16m) | |
| Les Bois (10:18) |
Although it is in the Pre-Alps, walking the snowshoe trail in the Riggisalp will feel as though you are in the high mountains: the route is bordered by the Schwarzsee’s two impressive peaks, the Kaiseregg and the Spitzfluh.
4km480m40m2h 20mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:49) | |
| S30 (39m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (09:28) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:33) | |
| 123 (50m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (10:23) |
An exceptional snowshoe trail, with many points to stop and refuel, taking you to the Chasseron, one of the highest peaks in the Jura, and its unique alpine vista of more than 250km of the Alpine chain.
11km520m520m5h 0m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:40) | |
| S30 (16m) | |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (08:56) |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (09:44) | |
| R12 (36m) | |
| Ste-Croix (10:20) |
| Ste-Croix, gare (10:30) | |
| 615 (5m) | |
| Les Rasses, Grand-Hôtel (10:35) |
The pastured woodland of Les Breuleux is one of the most beautiful sites in the Franches-Montagnes. Crossing this vast landscape is just like immersing yourself in another world covered in endless pine trees that are well enough spread out for a snowshoe excursion.
5km180m180m2h 15mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:40) | |
| S30 (16m) | |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (08:56) |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (09:01) | |
| IC5 (20m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:21) |
| Neuchâtel (09:29) | |
| IR66 (28m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (09:57) |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (10:02) | |
| R36 (25m) | |
| Le Noirmont (10:27) |
| Le Noirmont (10:30) | |
| R37 (5m) | |
| Les Breuleux-Eglise (10:35) |
Résumé This snowshoeing excursion almost immediately immerses you in the charming scenery of the Franches-Montagnes. Midway through, you reach the Etang des Royes lake, which is an exceptional natural site with a beautiful clearing. It's ideal if you want to take a short break.
5km140m140m2h 5mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:40) | |
| S30 (16m) | |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (08:56) |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (09:01) | |
| IC5 (20m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:21) |
| Neuchâtel (09:29) | |
| IR66 (28m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (09:57) |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (10:02) | |
| R36 (34m) | |
| Saignelégier (10:36) |
| Saignelégier, gare (10:38) | |
| 32 (1m) | |
| Saignelégier, Centre Loisirs (10:39) |
This enjoyable snowshoe hike along the Mont-Croisin and Mont-Soleil crests will take you between the wind turbines and the solar-power plant, always in sight of the impressive Chasseral massif which dominates the Saint-Imier valley.
8km200m240m3h 10mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:40) | |
| S30 (16m) | |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (08:56) |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (09:01) | |
| IC5 (41m) | |
| Biel/Bienne (09:42) |
| Biel/Bienne (09:47) | |
| RE4 (25m) | |
| St-Imier (10:12) |
| St-Imier (funiculaire) (10:35) | |
| 2020 (4m) | |
| Mont-Soleil (funiculaire) (10:39) |
Ideal for hikers who want to get close to nature, this route takes you through meadows and forests via L’Auberson, a typical Jura village, and the plateau of Les Granges offering unique views of the Jura mountains.
9km300m300m3h 35mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:40) | |
| S30 (16m) | |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (08:56) |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (09:01) | |
| IC5 (20m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:21) |
| Neuchâtel (09:41) | |
| R21 (44m) | |
| Buttes (10:25) |
| Buttes, gare (10:28) | |
| 392 (15m) | |
| La Vraconnaz, bif. nord (10:43) |
Part of the UNESCO world heritage for its town planning, the town of Locle was built around the know-how of watchmakers. The snowshoe trek from Locle to La Sagne marks the change from top-of-the range watchmaking to vast open prairies.
8km360m360m3h 40mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:40) | |
| S30 (16m) | |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (08:56) |
| Yverdon-les-Bains (09:01) | |
| IC5 (20m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:21) |
| Neuchâtel (09:29) | |
| IR66 (28m) | |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (09:57) |
| La Chaux-de-Fonds (10:03) | |
| R20 (9m) | |
| Le Locle (10:12) |
| Le Locle, gare/centre ville (10:40) | |
| 342 (4m) | |
| Le Locle, Communal (10:44) |
High above Lake Thun the snowshoe trail leads from sunny Aeschiried to the foot of the Morgenberghorn. The views of the fantastic mountain backdrop and deep blue Lake Thun are spectacular.
12km800m800m6h 25mTour published by:
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| Estavayer-le-Lac (08:49) | |
| S30 (39m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (09:28) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (09:33) | |
| IR15 (23m) | |
| Bern (09:56) |
| Bern (10:04) | |
| IC81 (30m) | |
| Spiez (10:34) |
| Spiez, Bahnhof (10:38) | |
| 62 (16m) | |
| Aeschiried, Schulhaus (10:54) |
