Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Murten by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
To make planning easier, the hikes below are sorted by travel time from Murten. Explore the map to find all snowshoe hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities accessible from anywhere in Switzerland.
Much appreciated given its starting point close to the postbus stop, the route is very varied and explores typical Jura landscapes. When the weather is clear, as the name suggests, you will have a glorious view over the Alps.
7 km
240 m
240 m
2h 50m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| S20 (24m) | |
| RE6 (19m) | |
| 426 (12m) | |
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.
9 km660 m660 m5h 0mTour published by:
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| 547 (28m) | |
| 125 (46m) | |
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.
6 km740 m130 m3h 45mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto a mountain peak,Along the water
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| S21 (33m) | |
| 236 (40m) | |
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.
4 km480 m40 m2h 20mTour published by:
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| 547 (28m) | |
| 125 (46m) | |
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.
8 km360 m360 m3h 40mTour published by:
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| S21 (12m) | |
| IR66 (39m) | |
| R22 (13m) | |
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.
9 km220 m160 m3h 35mTour published by:
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| S21 (12m) | |
| IR66 (39m) | |
| R36 (16m) | |
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.
5 km190 m190 m2h 5mTour published by:
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| S20 (33m) | |
| 234 (29m) | |
| 235 (6m) | |
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.
8 km200 m240 m3h 10mTour published by:
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| S21 (12m) | |
| S37 (38m) | |
| RE4 (25m) | |
| 131 (8m) | |
Starting from Bellelay in the region of the famous Tête de Moine AOC cheese, this snow-shoe excursion will take you to Sur Montbautier in the uplands of the Montagne du Droit before passing through the forest of the same name on the way back to your starting point.
9 km320 m320 m3h 50mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| S20 (9m) | |
| S37 (38m) | |
| R41 (17m) | |
| R42 (10m) | |
| 35 (9m) | |
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.
9 km220 m70 m3h 30mTour published by:
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| S21 (33m) | |
| 245 (49m) | |
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