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Gruyere Village Historic Full Day Tour
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10 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, French
Overview
Explore the Gruyères Castle offering a stunning views of the surrounding countryside which showcase the region's history. After visiting the castle, head to a nearby cheese factory where you can learn about the production process of Gruyère cheese, which the region is famous for. Witness firsthand how the cheese is made, from milk processing to aging. Then visit a chocolate factory in the area which Switzerland is renowned for its high-quality chocolate. Many chocolate factories offer guided tours where you can learn about the chocolate-making process, from bean to bar. Enjoy tasting various chocolate creations and perhaps even try your hand at making your own chocolate treats.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance tickets
- Meals, but in the village there are restaurants where you can taste the local products.
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
The pick-up point is in front of Arena and the car waits a bit before the TPG bus stop Arena Halle 7. The yellow striping on the road surface is visible.
Start time
08:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
La Gruyere
Start your day by exploring the historic Gruyères Castle. Located in the charming medieval town of Gruyères in Switzerland, this castle dates back to the 13th century and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. You can tour the castle's interior, including its furnished rooms, halls, and exhibits that showcase the region's history. The travel time from meeting point to La Gruyere is approx. 2 hours.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Head to a nearby cheese factory to learn about the production process of Gruyère cheese, which the region is famous for. You can witness firsthand how the cheese is made, from milk processing to aging. The travel time from La Gruyere to La Maison du Gruyère is approximately 30 minutes.
1 Hours 15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
To end your day on a sweet note, visit a chocolate factory in the area. Switzerland is renowned for its high-quality chocolate, and many chocolate factories offer guided tours where you can learn about the chocolate-making process, from bean to bar. Enjoy tasting various chocolate creations and perhaps even try your hand at making your own chocolate treats. The travel time from La Maison du Gruyère to Maison Cailler is approx. 30 minutes. And going back to approx. 2 hours
3 Hours 15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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