Hikes in Fribourg, Switzerland

Hikes in Fribourg, Switzerland

The Fribourg Pre-Alps have some lovely hikes and walks. These mountains are part of Switzerland's Bernese Alps, but they are not like the more famous glaciated peaks further east - much lower, greener and more accessible. Quite a few are triangular peaks, hence very common the name of "dent", meaning "tooth".

The beautiful town of Gruyères is nearby, as is the Cailler chocolate factory. Charmey would make a good base. Even if you only come for a day hike, Charmey has good restaurants for your dinner as well as thermal baths.

Hiking in Switzerland - Dent de Brenleire, Fribourg

Dent de Brenleire

Difficulty: Moderate
Height gain: 1,000 m
Return distance: approx. 10 km

A pretty walk that's not too difficult, although the trail is not marked.

Hiking in Switzerland - Dent de Folliéran, Fribourg

Dent de Folliéran

Difficulty: Hard
Height gain: 1,000 m
Return distance: approx. 12 km

Next to the Dent de Brenleire - a steep climb with no trail.