Hiking from the Lake Geneva to the Lake Lauenen

Les Paccots | Charmey | Schönried | Lauenen

from CHF 1'219.- for 4 nights
Price per person in double room North / Standard
The offer is valid from 11 June until 25 October 2026 (depending on snow conditions in the mountains).
Not bookable from 25 July to 3 August 2026.

TOUR from hotel to hotel

Hike through the most beautiful mountain landscapes from Lake Geneva to Lake Lauenen in the Saanenland. From Les Paccots in the valley above Montreux you hike past the Moléson into the region of La Gruyère. The route continues either along the Gastlosen or via the Jaun Pass to the world-famous Gstaad region and from there finally to the much-praised Lake Lauenen. Breathtaking views of majestic mountain peaks, fragrant flowers and meadows, a picnic in the warming sun and wellness & enjoyment at the end of each stage - a hiking experience in a class of its own!

Day 1: On the Alpine Panorama Trail from Lake Geneva to the Gruyère region

After your arrival at Lake Geneva, hand over your luggage in Vevey for transport to the hotel (for an extra charge of CHF 46 per person) and follow the Pléiades trail through a wild and romantic pre-Alpine landscape. Enjoy the breathtaking view over Lake Geneva, the Dents du Midi and Mont Blanc. In the idyllic Les Paccots, the newly opened Boutique Hotel Corbetta awaits you with cosy rooms, local wooden décor, regional specialities and a small but excellent spa where you can relax.

Day 2: In Gruyère, the home of Switzerland’s favourite cheese

The breakfast buffet the next morning provides a culinary insight into the canton of Fribourg: Cuchaule (a saffron bread), Jambon de la Borne (camembert-smoked ham) and Gruyère cheese are AOP products that can only be found in this quality in the canton itself. The hike from Les Paccots to Gruyères reveals striking aspects of the region’s landscape. Up through the rustic forest, along the foot of the Teysachaux and Moléson towards Gruyère. Alpine huts in typical Fribourg style are scattered here and there. Around 30 of them produce Gruyère AOP, the hard cheese that was probably the first cheese to be exported on a large scale in the Middle Ages. With a view first of Lake Gruyère and later of the small town of Gruyères, the route descends swiftly across alpine meadows to the stage destination of Gruyères. Visit the Maison du Gruyère before immersing yourself in the enchanting medieval town of Gruyère perched on the hill. After a short bus ride, you will reach Charmey and the Hotel Cailler. Relax in the Bains de la Gruyère with a water landscape of more than 650m² (free admission included) and enjoy regional specialities with a French twist in the hotel bistro in the evening.

Day 3: Along the unique Gastlosen mountain chain

On the third stage, you can hear just how diverse Switzerland is in terms of languages. While French is spoken in Charmey, Jaun, just ten minutes away by bus, is characterised by a distinctive German dialect. On the Jaun Pass, in Bernese territory, Simmental dialect is spoken. From Jaun, the chairlift takes you comfortably to the mountain lodge Gastlosen –the starting point for a panoramic hike in a class of its own. Captivated by the sight of the impressive Gastlosen mountain chain – also known as the “Swiss Dolomites” due to their striking shape – you set off in the direction of Gstaad-Schönried, with an optional detour to the Gruben

mountain lodge. On arrival at the ERMITAGE Wellness- & Spa-Hotel, enjoy a delicious snack with homemade cakes and tarts. Relax your strained muscles in the spacious wellness area with outdoor saltwater pool and round off the day with a delicious multi-course dinner. Pure pleasure!

Day 4: From a luxurious holiday resort to a small hideaway in the heart of unspoilt nature

And you continue on foot through the fascinating world of the Saanenland mountains. We have selected two hikes for you that will take you to the pleasant mountain village of Lauenen: either the Hard Core Tour on the Via Alpina through the wild and romantic Turbachtal and over the "Türli", or the pleasant hike from Gsteig near Gstaad over the castle falls to Lauenen. On both hikes, you will enjoy magnificent views of the icy mountains of the Wildstrubel and Wildhorn. At the end, the Chalet-Hotel Alpenland in Lauenen is in sight. An establishment where friendship is lived, combining true Swiss tradition with culinary delights under a welcoming roof. Make yourself comfortable in the newly renovated rooms, relax in the mountain sauna and let your taste buds feast!

Services included for 4 nights

4 nights in the following Private Selection hotels
1 night at Corbetta boutique-hotel & Spa, les Paccots
1 night at the Hotel Cailler, Charmey
1 night at the ERMITAGE Wellness- und Spa-Hotel, Gstaad-Schönried
1 night at the Alpenland Hotel, Lauenen
Hearty breakfast every day
3 to 5-course dinner daily as part of half-board
Free access to the spa & wellness world of the hotels incl. Les Bains de la Gruyères (direct access from Hotel Cailler)
Free access to the mountain sauna at the Alpenland Hotel
Transport of luggage from hotel to hotel (1 piece of luggage of 20kg per person)
Maps and route description, including interactive route application

NOT INCLUDED: Postbus rides Gruyère - Charmey & Charmey - Jaun and cable car ride from Jaun to Bärghus Gastlosen, payable on site.
OPTIONAL: Luggage transport on the day of arrival from Vevey to Les Paccots: Surcharge of CHF 46 per person (from 2 persons)

Price per person for 4 nights

4 nights	Price per person
In double room north / standard	CHF 1’219.-
In double room south / superior	CHF 1’359.-
In single room / double room for single use	CHF 1'669.-

OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL BOOKING: Luggage transport on the day of arrival from Vevey to Les Paccots: Surcharge of CHF 46.00 per person (from 2 persons).

LIGHT VERSION 3 nights

Light version

Do you not have that much time? Then we recommend the light version: Les Paccots - Charmey - Gstaad-Schönried

Services included:

3 nights in the following Private Selection hotels
1 night at Corbetta boutique-hotel & Spa, les Paccots
1 night at the Hotel Cailler, Charmey
1 night at the ERMITAGE Wellness- und Spa-Hotel, Gstaad-Schönried
Hearty breakfast every day
3 to 5-course dinner daily as part of half-board
Free access to the spa & wellness world of the hotels incl. Les Bains de la Gruyères (direct access from Hotel Cailler)
Transport of luggage from hotel to hotel (1 piece of luggage of 20kg per person)
Maps and route description, including interactive route application

Price per person
NOT INCLUDED: Postbus rides Gruyère - Charmey & Charmey - Jaun and cable car ride from Jaun to Bärghus Gastlosen, payable on site.
OPTIONAL: Luggage transport on the day of arrival from Blonay to Les Paccots: Surcharge of CHF 46.00 per person (from 2 persons).

3 nights	CHF
In double room north / standard	949.-
In double room south / superior	1'069.-
In single room / double room for single use	1'239.-

Dogs are welcome

Prices are per day and per dog

Corbetta: CHF 15.- per night
Hotel Cailler: free of charge

Hotel Ermitage Wellness & Spa: CHF 35.- per day (without food)

Hotel Alpenland: CHF 25.- per day (without food)

Routes & maps

Here you can find the map overview including elevation profile, detailed route plan and GPX file.

Hiking Map

Participating Hotels:

Corbetta Boutique Hotel & SPA

163 Route des Paccots 1619 Les Paccots Montreux

ERMITAGE Wellness & Spa Hotel

Dorfstrasse 46 3778 Schönried

Hotel Alpenland

Hinterseestrasse 5 3782 Lauenen

Hotel Cailler

Gros-Plan 28 1637 Charmey

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