Have you ever wondered how this valley was formed, what geological forces shaped it, whether it is or was inhabited, and which elusive animals now populate its forest and river, the Gottéron? Along the hike, we will explore these mysteries through observation, anecdotes, and conversation, to better understand this fascinating place and its many facets.

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Details of the guided walk in the Gottéron Valley

• Season: April to October
• Duration:
  • around 4–5 hours
• Group: minimum 2, maximum 15 people
• Language: English, French, or German
• Price: please contact me for a quote
• Technical difficulty:
• Physical difficulty:
  • 9 km, 320 m of positive and negative elevation gain
• Equipment
  • Weather-appropriate clothing and good hiking shoes
  • Snacks for the break and sufficient water
• Meeting point:
  • Fontaine de la Fidélité in Fribourg (bus stop « Fribourg, Palme »)
• Remarks:
  • The equipment list will be sent once the final offer has been accepted.
  • Despite all care taken to ensure everyone’s safety, outdoor activities involve a residual risk that participants accept.

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When snowshoeing, the paths taken are not the same as in summer. This allows you to rediscover familiar landscapes in a new light: forests frozen in silence, sleepy meadows, valleys bathed in soft light… The atmosphere is soothing, almost magical. The scenery has changed, inviting us to take a fresh look at the mountains.

Snow also becomes a veritable open book on wildlife: here the light bounds of a hare, there the furtive footprints of a chamois. Would you be able to recognise them? And what other discreet inhabitants of winter will arouse our curiosity and wonder?

Snowshoeing in Switzerland is also an opportunity to learn about winter safety. I will, of course, ensure your safety throughout the trip, but I will also teach you how to read the terrain, spot signs of danger, and use emergency equipment in the event of an avalanche. A practical, fun and essential introduction to any winter adventure.

Depending on your level and preferences, there are several routes and options available: introductory snowshoe walk, one- or multi-day hike, full moon hike, gourmet hike with outdoor fondue. The choice is yours!

This is a “hiking idea”. Please contact me with your project idea and I will be able to provide you with a customised quote.

Details of snowshoeing in Switzerland

• Season: December to March
• Region: Alps, Pre-Alps, Jura
• Duration: from 1 day
• Group: minimum 2, maximum 6 participants
• Language: English, French, or German
• Price: depends on the size of the group, the location, and the season: please contact me for a quote
• Optional:
  • Full moon hike.
  • Gourmet hike with fondue from your rucksack.
  • Multi-day hike.
  • Larger group.
  • Equipment rental, subject to availability.
• Remarks:
  • The equipment list will be sent once the final offer has been accepted.
  • Mountain sports involve a residual risk that participants accept.

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In summer, the alpine meadows are adorned with a multicoloured carpet, marmots play and bask in the sun, while young fawns and kids timidly explore this magical setting.

At the beginning of autumn, the forests are adorned with flamboyant colours. In the hushed silence of the golden larch trees, a deep, wild sound echoes: the bellowing of the stag. A rare and moving moment, a true symphony of nature, which we could experience together as we stroll along a path.

To explore the Swiss National Park and its surroundings in depth, I suggest a 2- to 5-day immersion. There are two options available to you:

• Star-shaped stay: we stay in a comfortable hotel for the entire duration of the trip, and set off each day to explore new routes. Depending on the hotel chosen, its spa will be waiting for us every evening for a well-deserved moment of relaxation.
• Trek: for those who wish to explore places that are more difficult to access in a day – or that require a lot of travelling – and enjoy several days of hiking, we will move from stage to stage, from cabin to hotel.

Throughout your stay, I will enthusiastically share my knowledge of wildlife, flora, alpine ecosystems and local traditions. A rich, sensory and deeply rejuvenating experience.

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Details about hiking in the Swiss National Park and the Engadine

• Season: June to mid-October
• Region: Engadine, Swiss National Park
• Duration: from 2 days
• Group: minimum 2, maximum 8 persons
• Language: English, French, or German
• Price: depends on the size of the group, the location, the season and the type of accommodation desired: contact me for a quote
• Optional:
  • 2 to 5 days, based in a single hotel or travelling around.
  • Breakfast only, half board or full board, depending on the accommodation.
  • Single/double/triple/quadruple room or dormitory, depending on accommodation.
• Remarks:
  • The equipment list will be sent once the final offer has been accepted.
  • Mountain sports involve a residual risk that participants accept.

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At a walking pace, far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you can reconnect fully with nature: observe wildlife, breathe in the scent of sun-warmed forests, listen to the murmur of alpine streams, feel the wind on the heights and enjoy the calm of the great outdoors.

I will suggest an itinerary tailored to your level, your preferences and your pace. Either a discovery hike, accessible and contemplative, ideal for taking the time to marvel at your surroundings. Or a more challenging outing, for those who want a more technical and/or longer hike. The choice is yours!

Why not embark on a multi-day trekking adventure? There is nothing like it for fully immersing yourself in the mountains: every day a new landscape, every evening a new refuge or a cosy hotel. A unique experience, punctuated by walking, nature… and freedom.

Along the way, I will enthusiastically share my knowledge of the region, its flora, fauna and local traditions with you.

Ready to put on your hiking boots?

This is a “hiking idea”. Please contact me with your project idea and I will be able to provide you with a customised quote.

Details about hiking in the Swiss Pre-Alps, Alps and Jura

• Season: March to November
• Region: Pre-Alps, Alps or Jura
• Duration: from 1 day
• Group: minimum 2, maximum 15 people
• Language: English, French, or German
• Price: depends on the size of the group, the location, and the season: please contact me for a quote
• Optional:
  • Multi-day hike.
  • Larger group.
  • Gourmet hike with fondue from your rucksack.
• Remarks:
  • The equipment list will be sent once the final offer has been accepted.
  • Mountain sports involve a residual risk that participants accept.

Request a quote

Another wish?

Are you interested in this tour but it’s not exactly what you want? Take a look at my services and my hiking programme, and contact me!

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