Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d’Enhaut
Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d’Enhaut, Nature reserve in western Pre-Alps, Switzerland.
Description
The park covers approximately 630 square kilometers (243 sq mi) across 17 municipalities in the Pre-Alps between the cantons of Fribourg, Vaud, and Bern. The landscape features rolling alpine pastures, green hillsides, forests, and characteristic mountain villages with traditional wooden buildings.
History
The area received official designation as a regional nature park in 2012, marking a turning point in protecting its agricultural and natural resources. This recognition was based on a long tradition of land use and commitment to sustainable development in the mountainous region.
Culture
The region is known for its traditional cheese-making in mountain dairies, where Gruyère and Etivaz are produced using time-honored methods. This craft tradition shapes daily life and the identity of local communities.
Practical
The area is easily reached by public transportation, with regular train and bus services connecting to major Swiss cities. Visitors find well-marked walking paths and hiking routes of varying difficulty levels throughout the park.
Did you know?
The area contains extensive networks of underground limestone caves hidden beneath the mountain pastures. These geological formations attract curious visitors and offer insight into the hidden structure of the landscape.
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