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About Gruyères

Gruyères works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bulle, 41km from Lake Geneva (Lac Léman).

Gruyères is a town located in Fribourg, Switzerland. With a population of 1,646, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Gruyères sits in Switzerland, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Zurich time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gruyères to your route.

Gruyères (French pronunciation: [ɡʁɥijɛʁ] ; Arpitan: Gruviéres [ɡʁəˈviʁ] ; Fribourgeois: Grevire; German: Greyerz [ˈɡraɪərts]) is a town in the district of Gruyère in the canton of Fribourg, Switzerland. The medieval town is an important tourist location in the upper valley of the Saane/Sarine River and gives its name

to Gruyère cheese. The medieval town is located at the top of an 82-metre-high (269 ft) hill overlooking the Saane Valley and the Lake of Gruyère.

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Gruyères is located in Fribourg, Switzerland, Europe. The coordinates are 46.5834 latitude, 7.0821 longitude.

What is the population of Gruyères?

Gruyères has a population of approximately 1,646 people, making it a town in Switzerland.

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Population: 1,646
Continent: Europe
Country: Switzerland
Region: Fribourg
Timezone: Europe/Zurich
Coordinates: 46.5834, 7.0821

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Switzerland

Police: 117
Ambulance: 144
Fire: 118
All emergencies: 112
Driving side: right

Motorway vignette (toll sticker) required: buy at the border or online. Roadside assistance (TCS): 140.

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Worth the detour from Gruyères

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Montreux

The 'Pearl of the Swiss Riviera' on Lake Geneva, home to the famous jazz festival, Freddie Mercury's statue, and nearby Château de Chillon.

21 km · about 25 min drive

castle

Château de Chillon

A medieval island castle on the shores of Lake Geneva, the most visited historic monument in Switzerland.

22 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Col du Pillon

A 1,546 m pass in the Vaud Alps between Les Diablerets and Gstaad, the gateway to the Glacier 3000 cable car and a smooth, scenic link on any western Swiss Alps road trip.

26 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Lavaux Vineyard Terraces

UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards cascading down to Lake Geneva, cultivated since the 11th century with spectacular views of the Alps.

29 km · about 35 min drive

mountain pass

Sanetsch Pass

A spectacular dead-end climb from the Rhône vineyards above Sion past the Tsanfleuron glacier to 2,242 m; because no through road exists it stays near-empty, and only a cable car continues to Gsteig.

32 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Kaufdorf VW Beetle Graveyard

Atmospheric forest clearing filled with rusting classic Volkswagen Beetles, a pilgrimage site for VW enthusiasts.

37 km · about 45 min drive

natural wonder

Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)

Western Europe's largest lake, shared with France, framed by the Alps and lined with vineyards, castles, and the famous Jet d'Eau fountain.

41 km · about 50 min drive

natural wonder

Blausee (Blue Lake)

A small but enchantingly clear blue lake in the Kander Valley, its transparent waters revealing submerged tree trunks and trout.

45 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Gruyères

26 kmCol du PillonA 1,546 m pass in the Vaud Alps between Les Diablerets and Gstaad, the gateway to the Glacier 3000 cable car and a smooth, scenic link on any western Swiss Alps road trip.
29 kmLavaux Vineyard TerracesUNESCO-listed terraced vineyards cascading down to Lake Geneva, cultivated since the 11th century with spectacular views of the Alps.
32 kmSanetsch PassA spectacular dead-end climb from the Rhône vineyards above Sion past the Tsanfleuron glacier to 2,242 m; because no through road exists it stays near-empty, and only a cable car continues to Gsteig.
48 kmCircuit BremgartenThe 7.3km forest circuit outside Bern where racing ended after Switzerland banned circuit motorsport in 1955. Its dappled, constantly curving roads through the Bremgartenwald are open to traffic and eerily unchanged.
52 kmRoute des Grandes AlpesFrance's ultimate driving route: ~700 km from Lake Geneva to the Riviera over 16 great alpine cols including Iseran and Galibier. Pin marks the traditional start at Thonon-les-Bains.
58 kmSchilthorn & Piz GloriaA 2,970-metre peak with a revolving restaurant made famous as a Bond villain's lair in On Her Majesty's Secret Service.

Driving in Switzerland

Drives on: the right
Petrol: ~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls: None
Vignette: Required, around €42 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

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About Gruyères

Gruyères works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bulle, 41km from Lake Geneva (Lac Léman).

Gruyères is a town located in Fribourg, Switzerland. With a population of 1,646, it is an important destination in Europe.

to Gruyère cheese. The medieval town is located at the top of an 82-metre-high (269 ft) hill overlooking the Saane Valley and the Lake of Gruyère.

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Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.com Expedia TripAdvisor Hotels.com Agoda Airbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Gruyères.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Gruyères?

How do I plan a road trip to Gruyères?

Plan your road trip to Gruyères with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Gruyères as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Gruyères located?

Gruyères is located in Fribourg, Switzerland, Europe. The coordinates are 46.5834 latitude, 7.0821 longitude.

What is the population of Gruyères?

Gruyères has a population of approximately 1,646 people, making it a town in Switzerland.

Worth the detour from Gruyères

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Montreux

The 'Pearl of the Swiss Riviera' on Lake Geneva, home to the famous jazz festival, Freddie Mercury's statue, and nearby Château de Chillon.

21 km · about 25 min drive

castle

Château de Chillon

A medieval island castle on the shores of Lake Geneva, the most visited historic monument in Switzerland.

22 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Col du Pillon

A 1,546 m pass in the Vaud Alps between Les Diablerets and Gstaad, the gateway to the Glacier 3000 cable car and a smooth, scenic link on any western Swiss Alps road trip.

26 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Lavaux Vineyard Terraces

UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards cascading down to Lake Geneva, cultivated since the 11th century with spectacular views of the Alps.

29 km · about 35 min drive

mountain pass

Sanetsch Pass

32 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Kaufdorf VW Beetle Graveyard

Atmospheric forest clearing filled with rusting classic Volkswagen Beetles, a pilgrimage site for VW enthusiasts.

37 km · about 45 min drive

natural wonder

Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)

Western Europe's largest lake, shared with France, framed by the Alps and lined with vineyards, castles, and the famous Jet d'Eau fountain.

41 km · about 50 min drive

natural wonder

Blausee (Blue Lake)

A small but enchantingly clear blue lake in the Kander Valley, its transparent waters revealing submerged tree trunks and trout.

45 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Gruyères

26 kmCol du PillonA 1,546 m pass in the Vaud Alps between Les Diablerets and Gstaad, the gateway to the Glacier 3000 cable car and a smooth, scenic link on any western Swiss Alps road trip.

29 kmLavaux Vineyard TerracesUNESCO-listed terraced vineyards cascading down to Lake Geneva, cultivated since the 11th century with spectacular views of the Alps.

32 kmSanetsch PassA spectacular dead-end climb from the Rhône vineyards above Sion past the Tsanfleuron glacier to 2,242 m; because no through road exists it stays near-empty, and only a cable car continues to Gsteig.

48 kmCircuit BremgartenThe 7.3km forest circuit outside Bern where racing ended after Switzerland banned circuit motorsport in 1955. Its dappled, constantly curving roads through the Bremgartenwald are open to traffic and eerily unchanged.

52 kmRoute des Grandes AlpesFrance's ultimate driving route: ~700 km from Lake Geneva to the Riviera over 16 great alpine cols including Iseran and Galibier. Pin marks the traditional start at Thonon-les-Bains.

58 kmSchilthorn & Piz GloriaA 2,970-metre peak with a revolving restaurant made famous as a Bond villain's lair in On Her Majesty's Secret Service.

Gruyères

About Gruyères

About Gruyères

Where to Stay in Gruyères

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Worth the detour from Gruyères

Montreux

Château de Chillon

Col du Pillon

Lavaux Vineyard Terraces

Sanetsch Pass

Kaufdorf VW Beetle Graveyard

Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)

Blausee (Blue Lake)

Driving roads near Gruyères

Driving in Switzerland

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Broc

La Tour-de-Trême

Bulle

Vuadens

Riaz

Charmey

Marsens

Sâles

Plan a trip around Gruyères

Plan a Road Trip from Gruyères

Gruyères

About Gruyères

About Gruyères

Where to Stay in Gruyères

Filter presets

Explore the Area

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan a Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Quick Information

Emergency & Services

Tags

Worth the detour from Gruyères

Montreux

Château de Chillon

Col du Pillon

Lavaux Vineyard Terraces

Sanetsch Pass

Kaufdorf VW Beetle Graveyard

Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)

Blausee (Blue Lake)

Driving roads near Gruyères

Driving in Switzerland

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Broc

La Tour-de-Trême

Bulle

Vuadens

Riaz

Charmey

Marsens

Sâles

Plan a trip around Gruyères

Plan a Road Trip from Gruyères