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Charmey

Wellness, nature and tradition can all be found in Charmey: allow yourself a spot of pampering in “Les Bains de la Gruyère”, explore the La Montsalvens man-made lake or the Vounetz leisure mountain, and marvel at living customs – from alpine descents to the production of the famous Gruyère cheese.

This is Charmey

Charmey is situated in the west of Switzerland, in the Fribourg region. The Bains de la Gruyère, the living traditions and the excursion options available make Charmey a popular destination.

Discover Charmey

On a walking tour of Charmey, enjoy the peace and quiet as well as the fresh air. Stop off at the village dairy, where you will find Gruyère, Vacherin and souvenirs related to cows and cheese. A visit to the La Tzintre cheese cellar (by appointment only), where over 7,000 cheeses are left to mature, is a real experience. You can learn more about the regional heritage at the Musée de Charmey. Finally, your tour will take you over a suspension bridge to the Lac de Montsalvens with its walkable dam wall.

Les Bains de la Gruyère

Let yourself drift and enjoy the view of the hilly landscape: Les Bains de la Gruyère is a thermal and adventure pool in the heart of Charmey. Here, you will be treated to indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna and hammam. The mineral-rich thermal water is up to 34 degrees, depending on the season. The outdoor pool is particularly mystical in winter, when the water is steaming and snow can be seen on the mountains.

Local mountain of Vounetz

The Vounetz (or in French: Vounetse) is the ideal excursion destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. From Charmey, the gondola lift will take you directly to the summit. At 1,626 metres up, you can hike, climb and cycle, and in winter you can ski. The highlight here is the ziplines, that will allow you to fly down into the valley below. At the middle station, eleven high ropes courses await you: ranging from easy to challenging.

Around Charmey

Not far from Charmey is Lake Gruyère, an ideal spot for water sports. In Broc, a visit to the Maison Cailler chocolate factory is well worthwhile. Another highlight is the Jaunbach Gorge, with its rock galleries, bridges and tunnels. Top excursion destinations also include the medieval town of Gruyères and its castle, and the Schwarzsee lake and the primeval landscape of Brecca.

Experience Charmey for less

The Magic Pass gives you free access to numerous activities in and around Charmey all year round. The Passeport La Gruyère or DayPass La Gruyère includes admission to the region’s top attractions as well as travel by public transport. With the Passeport, the wellness option gives you free admission to the Bains de la Gruyère.
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Charmey

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What types of activities are available in Charmey?

In Charmey, you can engage in the following types of activities: Snowshoeing, Skiing or snowboarding, Cross country, Hike, Dinner, Rope park, Mountain bike, Sledging and Winter hiking.

What places are located near Charmey?

Which season is recommended to visit Charmey?

Charmey is suitable for visits in winter and summer.

What leisure activities is Charmey particularly known for?

Charmey is known for skiing and snowboarding and family

Which public transport options are available to reach Charmey?

Charmey is accessible by car and by bus.