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Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut - 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 over meadows to the village of Neirivue.
Built in 1897, the chapel is an example of neo-gothic architecture. Its decorative murals are of the same origin as it solid oak altar. The Virgin and Child still sit here today, surrounded by Saint Philomène and Saint Elisabeth.
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 Sav...
Neirivue was almost entirely destroyed during a violent fire which ravaged the village on July 19th, 1904. The reconstruction of the village allowed for industrial development with factories and warehouses (wood, furniture, fabric) many of which have...
