Pays-d'Enhaut must-sees
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Hot air balloon flight
Board your hot air balloon, take off and enjoy a 360-degree view of the Pays-d'Enhaut from the sky.
Cheese cellars of L'Etivaz AOP
The cheese cellars, located in l'Etivaz, allowed you to learn all about the secrets of the production of the precious L’Etivaz AOP alpine cheese.
Musée du Pays-d'Enhaut - Swiss Center for Paper Cut-outs
Founded in 1922, the Museum of the Pays-d’Enhaut has become one of the major popular art museums in Switzerland.
Espace Ballon
Learn all about hot air balloon adventures at the Espace Ballon. The perfect place to go for educational, entertaining, and exciting experiences.
Rafting on the Sarine
Raft down the Sarine, cross its gorges and discover the beauty of the Pays d'Enhaut from the perspective of this wild river.
Swinging jump
Securely secured, jump and feel the adrenaline of this giant swing located at more than 100 meters high in the heart of the Pissot gorges!
The Gruyère – Pays-d'Enhaut Regional Nature Park
Discover the fauna and flora of this exceptional natural park! From Lake Geneva, discover the nature of the Vaud Alps.
Grand Chalet of Rossinière
The Grand Chalet is an exceptional example of wooden architecture. It is owned by the family of the painter Balthus.
Château-d'Œx open-air ice rink
Figure skating, ice hockey or curling: the ice rink in Château-d'Œx is open from mid-October and offers lots of icy fun in the heart of the village.
La Pierreuse natural reserve
The Pierreuse natural reserve is an ideal place to go hiking in the mountains and meet the local fauna!
Description
Château-d'Œx is known far beyond its borders for its "International Hot Air Balloon Festival", yet it has many other treasures to offer throughout the year.
Come and discover them among the cultural and leisure activities, the traditions and the history of this idyllic village nestled in the Vaud Alps. Its streets invite you to enjoy a culinary stop and taste the typical products of the area.
A stroll up to the Temple hill is a must and rewards you with an exceptional view of the valley and the surrounding mountains. Nature lovers will be tempted by Château-d'Œx's easy walks along the Saane or the sportier ones to the surrounding villages and lakes. Those seeking a change of perspective can climb into the basket of a hot-air balloon all year round and admire the Pays-d'Enhaut from above.
The village of l’Etivaz, situated between Château-d'Œx and La Lécherette, is famous for its alpine cheese L'Etivaz AOP which has been made by the farmers over a wood fire for centuries according to an old tradition. The cheese wheels then reach their maturity here in this small mountain village before being shipped all over the world. You can enjoy a piece of cheese on the terrace of the restaurant Le Chamois.
When winter is with us, put on your snowshoes and set off for the snowy mountains of the Pays-d'Enhaut! Rediscover the landscapes hidden under a thick blanket of snow. The Ramaclé forest invites you for a magical get-away-from-it-all. Between fir trees covered with snow, rivers and frozen waterfalls, enjoy the calm of nature. For those who enjoy good food, the La Sarouche mountain hut invites you to taste delicious dishes during your winter hike.
In January, don't miss the famous International Balloon Festival! Organised for over 40 years, it is the unmissable event in the region. Hot air balloon flights, night shows, sports competitions, entertainment for children await you during the 9 days of the festival. Thanks to Ballons Château-d'Œx, enjoy the unique experience of a balloon flight!
Ski touring enthusiasts, you've come to the right place! Many known routes are between the villages of Château-d'Œx and Etivaz. During the climb to the summit, enjoy the view of this unspoiled nature. A few hares might cross your path. Once you reach the highest point, take off your skins and let yourself slide down the freshly snowy slopes!
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hikingOn foot
"Streets and men" walk - Aigle
hiking 2.5 km
schedule 45 min
trending_up 42 m
trending_down 47 m
The Cloisters District
Sitting prettily amidst the vineyards and at the foot of Aigle Château lies one of the oldest inhabited areas of the town, the Cloisters District.
Hugo Reitzel
For over 100 years, Hugo Reitzel has been accompanying your dishes and raclettes with their famous gherkins.
