Echarlens, a region situated in Switzerland's La Gruyère area, offers a diverse natural landscape suitable for various outdoor activities. The terrain features prominent mountain peaks like Le Moléson Summit and La Berra summit, providing extensive views, alongside the significant Lac de La Gruyère to the west. The general relief around Echarlens is gently undulating, with partially wooded areas, creating varied routes for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Echarlens provides…
110
Routes
4.4
(184)
Average rating
3883
People visited

4.7
(87)
780
hikers
17.9km
04:40
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.4
(7)
31
hikers
6.13km
01:45
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
33
hikers
7.40km
02:05
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
32
hikers
7.35km
02:03
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
runners
6.13km
00:44
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5.0
(1)
41
runners
6.99km
00:44
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
6.60km
00:42
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
16
runners
7.17km
00:52
140m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
206
riders
123km
06:49
2,350m
2,350m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(4)
225
riders
63.7km
03:49
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

114
riders
61.0km
03:40
1,130m
1,130m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

130
riders
28.0km
01:20
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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1.7
(3)
26
riders
14.3km
01:14
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
29
riders
23.3km
02:10
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
riders
20.8km
01:55
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
30.0km
02:31
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(7)
92
riders
45.3km
03:10
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
46
riders
31.0km
02:01
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
24
riders
62.3km
04:41
1,400m
1,400m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
30
riders
32.0km
02:10
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
riders
22.1km
01:45
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
17
riders
27.3km
02:01
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
26.2km
01:40
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
15
riders
29.0km
02:59
960m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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14
hikers
5.88km
03:19
510m
510m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(2)
15
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

12
hikers
7.09km
04:11
700m
700m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

11
hikers
9.19km
04:53
860m
860m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Echarlens offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features 31 routes, which have been explored by more than 62,000 visitors. These routes hold an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars.
Echarlens is characterized by prominent mountain peaks such as Le Moléson Summit and La Berra summit, offering panoramic views. The significant Lac de La Gruyère is a central feature, and the Montsalvens Lake Suspension Bridge provides a unique point of interest. The terrain is generally gently undulating with partially wooded areas.
Yes, Echarlens provides various road cycling routes. These routes range in difficulty and offer diverse scenery. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Echarlens guide.
The region offers numerous hiking opportunities, from trails around major summits like Le Moléson and La Berra to longer paths. The diverse landscape includes mountains, lakes, and forests. Detailed information is available in the Hiking around Echarlens guide.
Echarlens is suitable for touring cycling, with routes varying in difficulty. The region's gently undulating terrain provides engaging options for cyclists. Explore available routes in the Cycling around Echarlens guide.
Yes, mountain biking trails are available in Echarlens. The varied terrain, including wooded crests, offers suitable conditions for MTB enthusiasts. Consult the MTB Trails around Echarlens guide for specific routes.
Echarlens offers a selection of running trails that utilize the region's natural features. These trails provide varied experiences for joggers. More details on routes can be found in the Running Trails around Echarlens guide.
The gently undulating terrain around Echarlens allows for routes suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the diverse landscape accommodates different paces and experiences. Visitors can explore guides for less challenging paths.
Outdoor routes in Echarlens are popular among komoot users, with more than 62,000 visitors having explored the region. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, indicating high satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Echarlens, covering various sports. These include guides for Road Cycling, Hiking, Touring Cycling, and Running.
For official inquiries or local information, the commune of Echarlens can be reached via their official website or phone. The official website is www.echarlens.ch. The general phone number for Echarlens is +41 (0)26 915 20 20.
Yes, Echarlens offers routes suitable for gravel biking. The varied terrain, including both paved and unpaved sections, provides opportunities for this activity. A dedicated guide for Gravel biking around Echarlens is available.

