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Gruyères-Estavannens 

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Stage info

The trail leads from the little town of Gruyère past the Maison du Gruyère and then further in the direction of the Saane valley. Then it ascends again between forest and meadows to the village of Estavannens.

At a glance

Distance
6.3 km
Hike time
1:45
Lowest point
701 m
Highest point
833 m
Elevation change
+ 203 m
- 230 m

Itinerary

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ROAD CONDITIONS

Road conditions may vary at any time. Please consult SwitzerlandMobility before setting off on your hike. Check the Hiking in Switzerland box to see which paths are passable and which.

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Points of interest

Estavannens
Estavannens
The village of Estavannens is registered in the inventory of federal sites of national importance for its two dense and homogenous hamlets made up of stone and wood houses from the 16th- 19th century. Since 1956, the Poya d’Estavannes has been an important event in Gruyères. This festival celebrates the ascent of livestock herds to their alpine pastures. The 7th edition took place in 2013.
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Gruyères
Gruyères
The history of the town of Gruyères is intimately tied to that of the family of counts of the same name. Mentioned for the first time in the 12th century, they distinguish themselves by their title (very few held this title amongst the counts of Savoie) and by their chronic money troubles which brought bankruptcy in 1555. Paradoxically, the poverty of this area is what preserved it through the centuries. The different landlords did not have disposal income to modernize their buildings. The first homes were built inside the castle walls, and the village then spread along one main street.
1663 Gruyères
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