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Snowshoeing from Murten by public transport

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.

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Parcours du Mont-d'Amin

Minimum travel time: 1h 17m to Vue-des-Alpes

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.

dist7 km
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asce240 m
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desc240 m
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dura2h 50m
  • Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views

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Schwyberg Trail

Minimum travel time: 1h 19m to Schwarzsee, Gypsera

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.

dist9 km
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asce660 m
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desc660 m
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dura5h 0m

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Parcours Le Brand–La Berra

Minimum travel time: 1h 20m to La Roche FR, La Berra

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.

dist6 km
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asce740 m
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desc130 m
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dura3h 45m
  • Landscape: Along the water, Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic views

Tour published by:

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Riggisalp Trail

Minimum travel time: 1h 29m to Schwarzsee Gypsera (Talstat.)

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.

dist4 km
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asce480 m
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desc40 m
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dura2h 20m

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Parcours Le Locle–La Sagne

Minimum travel time: 1h 30m to La Sagne

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.

dist8 km
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asce360 m
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desc360 m
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dura3h 40m

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Parcours Le Noirmont–Les Bois

Minimum travel time: 1h 31m to Les Bois

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.

dist9 km
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asce220 m
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desc160 m
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dura3h 35m

Tour published by:

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Parcours Montsoflo–Les Fornis

Minimum travel time: 1h 36m to La Roche FR, Montsoflo

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.

dist5 km
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asce190 m
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desc190 m
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dura2h 5m

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Parcours Mont-Crosin–Mont-Soleil

Minimum travel time: 1h 36m to Mont-Crosin, col

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.

dist8 km
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asce200 m
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desc240 m
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dura3h 10m

Tour published by:

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Parcours de Bellelay

Minimum travel time: 1h 42m to Le Fuet, Chemin de la Bottière

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.

dist9 km
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asce320 m
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desc320 m
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dura3h 50m
  • Landscape: Onto a mountain peak, Through a Swiss Park, With panoramic views

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Parcours Charmey–Jaun

Minimum travel time: 1h 47m to Charmey (Gruyère),La Fulateyre

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.

dist9 km
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asce220 m
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desc70 m
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dura3h 30m

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