In 1990 dairy farmers and L’Etivaz AOP cheesemakers, Jean-Robert Henchoz and his wife decided to branch out into sheep farming. When they realised there was a growing demand for sheep’s milk products, they gave up rearing dairy cows in Rossinière.
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All year round, Esther and Jean-Claude live and work on their family farm at La Comballaz, situated at an altitude of 1,400 metres.
In the summer, they take their 15 cows up to their mountain pastures in Sonnaz, overlooking Les Mosses. Every morning ...
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Discover the Pays-d'Enhaut (highlands) between the village of Rossinière and the hamlet of Les Combes. Take advantage of your trip in the Nature Park to familiarise yourself with the typical gastronomy in one of the restaurants known for their region
From the car park in Fäld, it takes 20-30 minutes to get to the Lengenbach mineral quarry, which is one of the ten most famous places in the world where minerals are found.
Les Avants developed a notable hotel industry starting the middle of the 19th century with the arrival of public transportation. The village has a unique regional architecture. In Sonloup, the funicular (built in 1911), with its distinctive red cars,...
Situés à 900 m d'altitude, les Bains entourés d'un panorama exceptionnel, les Bains offrent une vue splendide sur les Préalpes fribourgeoises.
The Alp cheesemaking season is short. Between April to October, alpine farmers make between two and three wheels of Alp cheese every day. The process involves heating milk in huge 800-litre capacity copper vats; twelve litres of milk are needed to ma...
Close to the nature reserve « l’Etang de la Gruère », Les Cerlatez Nature Centre has the objective to raise awareness on environmental issues. Located in the heart of the Franches-Montagnes, it offers an array of guided tours, exhibitions and hikes.
Close to the nature reserve « l’Etang de la Gruère », Les Cerlatez Nature Centre has the objective to raise awareness on environmental issues. Located in the heart of the Franches-Montagnes, it offers an array of guided tours, exhibitions and hikes.
The flora found along the Les Choucas botantical trail is typical of the western limestone Prealps, and includes a number of rare species, some of which are native to the region.
Four interpretive panels, positioned at the starting point of each leg...
Starting in Les Combes, the trail leads over meadows and pastures down to the Saane river and crosses it. The trial then goes over an old suspension bridge before one arrives in the village centre of Château-d'Oex.
In an intimate and enchanting setting, the Jardins de la Tour restaurant welcomes you with a smile and presents you with original and creative cuisine. From Patrick Gazeau's kitchen, emerge small culinary masterpieces; beautiful to look at, delicate...
In our office, you will find various informative brochures about Col des Mosses and the region, as well as a personable welcoming committee who will gladly help you plan your visit. Specific suggestions will help you choose the activities that best s...
Its buildings feature carved corbels which support their awnings. Following this tradition, carpenter Moïse Henchoz built the former inn, Lion-d’Or.
The walk goes over pastures on the floor of Les Moulins valley to the bank of the River Saane. It continues to the old transit road, that in former day connected the Riviera or the Gruyère country with the Pays-d’Enhaut and Saanenland.
In 2009 the Les Moulins cheese dairy was threatened with closure. Pierre Buchillier, with the backing of local producers, came to its rescue, taking over the premises and its contents wholesale. He subsequently became an independent milk buyer with t...
Le lieu-dit Les Planches, qui signifie replat, se situe à la limite entre la commune de Crésuz de celle de Val de Charmey. Situé à plus de 1000m d’altitude, ce tracé historique (IVS d’importance régional) constituait jusqu’à la deuxième moitié du 19è...
Ferien in der grosszügige Belle-Epoque-Wohnung «Les Platanes» an der Waadtländer Riviera.
The perfect place to sample local produce.
Located between Château-d’Œx and Flendruz (take the road across from Des Combes train station). On the menu are fondue, croûte au fromage (open-faced grilled cheese sandwich), cold dishes and by reservation, chalet macaroni with roasted ham. For dess...
Chalet macaroni, vacherin röstis, moitié-moitié fondue, open-faced cheese sandwiches, fresh goat cheese, warm goat cheese salad, chalet soup, meringues and cream. Last Sunday of the month: ham, cabbage soup. Fridays: raclette. Fresh goat cheese to go...
The village of Lessoc is in the federal inventory of sites of national importance. It is made up of a dense network of houses and farms from the golden age of Gruyère, with strong presence of late gothic decor (window and door frames) modeled after t...
Starting at the Lessoc well (1796), whose cupola was a gift of a cheese merchant from Lyon, the trail leads to Montbovon.
On the old stone path linking the village of Lessoc to Montbovon, sits the most complete, well-preserved wood covered-bridge in the canton of Fribourg. The construction date is carved into the oak crossbar on the right bank: 1667.
The fountain consists of an octagonal limestone basin with a central pillar holding an obelisk. It was built in 1796 by the mason, Jacques Vicarino and the blacksmith, Noé Both. Its eight-sided dome is said to be in imperial style. It was a gift fro...
The Sonne restaurant in Leuggern is run by Karin and Michael Hauenstein-Birchmeier with a lot of passion. They serve their guests fine Swiss dishes in a good plain style.
Pleasant pine and mixed deciduous and coniferous grove and the hidden Feschelloch
The mighty 800 year old Linn lime tree is one of the oldest trees in Switzerland. It lies directly at the entrance to the village and is not only a viewpoint and popular photo subject, but also the starting point for various walks.
As a source of passion, watches have a number of secrets to reveal. They are part of Switzerland’s and the Jura arc’s identity. The Centre interrégional de perfectionnement (CIP) in Tramelan and the Chasseral Nature Park invites you to discover watch...
In Hellikon zeugen zwei rund 20 Meter tiefe Löcher von spannenden geologischen Prozessen.
Begeben Sie sich im Weinbaudorf Löhningen auf die Suche nach der einzigen noch erhaltenen Haltestelle der Strassenbahn und bestaunen Sie in der Spitaltrotte die aus dem Jahr 1713 stammende, noch funktionstüchtige Weinpresse.
Langlaufen in einer herrlichen Winterlandschaft entlang der Emme, umgeben von Hohgant, Schrattenfluh und Schibengütsch.
Abwechslungsreiche Loipe mitten im Schneesportort Sörenberg.
Interesting theme trail about vineyards, diversity of nature and butterflies.
Distance 3.5 km
Time required 1 h 30
Altitude difference: Ascent 150 m
Altitude difference: Descent 150 m
Specializing in 100% natural, local, solid wood, LPG Joinery is known for its handcrafted, small series production of this local resource.
Die Ludothek steht allen interessierten Kinder, Jugendlichen und Erwachsenen zur Benützung offen. Es stehen zirka 800 Artikel zur Ausleihe zur Verfügung.
Auf das Brienzer Rothorn, den höchsten Punkt des Kantons Luzern, gelangen Sie bequem in weniger als 10 Minuten mit der Luftseilbahn.
Visita guidata alla scoperta del patrimonio culturale e naturalistico
Julien Rouget is a man of adventure and a lover of the great outdoors. Originally from Brittany, Julien worked as a river guide in Canada for more than 10 years before he settled in Charmey, having fallen under the charm of the rugged, pristine lands...
The wood buildings of L’Etivaz, some of which date to the 16th century, bare witness to a rich architectural heritage. Spreading over 7 km in the Torneresse valley, you will find this charming hamlet of very old homes, in a pastoral setting.
The h...
Maison d'hôtes en pleine nature, 4 chambres tout confort au nom évocateur de la ville de La Chaux-de-Fonds. Salle de bain privative. Grande salle commune, cuisine à disposition.
Cheese and food sales. Organizes tours of cheese aging cellars. Reservations requested.
Community hall rental for parties and banquets.
Die Maison des Fées wurde 1914 als Landhaus entworfen und gibt die romantisierte Naturverbundenheit jener Zeit bis heute wieder.
Das Maison Heidi liegt am Ende der Dorfstrasse von Souboz in ruhiger Idylle, umgeben von der hügeligen Landschaft des Berner Jura.
The six thematic rooms, with their contemporary decor, are authentic, cosy and inspired.
Dans le bourg médiéval « hors du temps » de Romainmôtier-Envy, la Maison Junod est classifiée 5***** dans la catégorie « chambres d’hôtes » par la FST. Laurent Piguet y propose six chambres rénovées avec goût dans l'esprit de ce monument historique.
The mill originates from the 17th century and has been carefully restored. The name is that of the last miller who operated the mill until shortly after the 2nd World War. Today it again works perfectly. See for yourself!
Zweistündiger Rundweg um Mandach mit herrlichen Aussichten und Bänkli zum Verweilen.
In the visitors' gallery you will learn a lot of interesting facts about Marbach mountain dairy. You will gain an insight into the interesting world of milk processing and cheese manufacturing.
