Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Fribourg 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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This family walk is suitable for all and takes you to Montsoflo aux Fornis, where you can savour the views over the Lac de la Gruyère, the Gibloux, the Swiss Plateau and the Jura mountain range in the distance.
5km
190m
190m
2h 5mTour published by:
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| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (08:37) | |
| 234 (29m) | |
| La Roche FR, Le Stoutz (09:06) |
| La Roche FR, Le Stoutz (09:10) | |
| 235 (6m) | |
| La Roche FR, Montsoflo (09:16) |
Do you fancy an energetic walk with a unique view? This route takes you through forests and clearings to the Cousimbert. The view alone is worth the walk: from the Lac de la Gruyère, the Swiss Plateau and the Jura mountain range can be seen along with the Chasseral.
6km740m130m3h 45m
Landscape: Along the water,Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (08:37) | |
| 234 (29m) | |
| La Roche FR, Le Stoutz (09:06) |
| La Roche FR, Le Stoutz (09:10) | |
| 235 (10m) | |
| La Roche FR, La Berra (09:20) |
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.
9km660m660m5h 0mTour published by:
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| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:03) | |
| 123 (50m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (09:53) |
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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| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:03) | |
| 123 (50m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Gypsera (09:53) |
The snowshoe trail «Charmey–Jaun» links the villages of Charmey and Jaun. The route offers a pleasant walk along the Jogne. The path ends at the foot of the Cantorama and the Jaun waterfall.
9km220m70m3h 30mTour published by:
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| Fribourg/Freiburg (08:34) | |
| RE2 (50m) | |
| Broc-Village (09:24) |
| Broc-Village, gare (09:28) | |
| 260 (13m) | |
| Charmey (Gruyère),La Fulateyre (09:41) |
The trail runs from the high Musersbergli station to the panoramic viewing area. Through the forest you reach the «Soldatenhaus» at the foot of the Gastlosen mountains. If you arrive at the right place, at the right time, you can admire the dazzling sun filtering through the «Grossmutterloch».
10km380m950m4h 50mTour published by:
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| Fribourg/Freiburg (08:34) | |
| RE2 (50m) | |
| Broc-Village (09:24) |
| Broc-Village, gare (09:28) | |
| 260 (22m) | |
| Jaun, Dorf (09:50) |
A circular walk, the ideal itinerary for people who enjoy peace and nature. The trail leads you through a "wild" valley, to Les Reposoirs and the Pré de l'Essert. Interesting buildings on the way: The site of the Chartreuse de la Valsainte at the starting point and the highest farm in the canton of Fribourg.
9km400m400m4h 0mTour published by:
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During this circular hike, you will see the alpine chalets: Les Féguelenets, la Guisolanda or la Grosse Raynauda. Auta Chia offers you a magnificent panoramic view of La Gruyère and the peaks of the Fribourg Pre-Alps, before a pleasant descent into the forest.
14km660m660m6h 20mTour published by:
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| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (09:08) | |
| 245 (48m) | |
| Charmey (Gruyère), Le Chêne (09:56) |
| Charmey (Gruyère), Le Chêne (10:04) | |
| 290 (19m) | |
| La Valsainte, Couvent (10:23) |
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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| Fribourg/Freiburg (08:33) | |
| IR15 (23m) | |
| Bern (08:56) |
| Bern (09:04) | |
| ICE (30m) | |
| Spiez (09:34) |
| Spiez, Bahnhof (09:38) | |
| 62 (16m) | |
| Aeschiried, Schulhaus (09:54) |
This varied circular tour follows the Jaunbach stream and offers a nice view of the impressive jagged peaks of the Gastlosen mountain range.
4km260m260m2h 10mTour published by:
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| Fribourg/Freiburg (08:34) | |
| RE2 (50m) | |
| Broc-Village (09:24) |
| Broc-Village, gare (09:28) | |
| 260 (29m) | |
| Jaun, Bergbahnen (09:57) |
