Echarlens: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The village of Echarlens lies on a relatively broad plateau overlooking Lake Gruyère to the west. The landscape is gently rolling, and a partly wooded ridge is located near the mouth of the Sionge. Echarlens is therefore particularly interesting for travellers who appreciate views across the lake, gently rolling terrain and partly wooded hills.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Echarlens.

Geographical setting

Echarlens is located in the Gruyère region, near Bulle and 24 km from Fribourg. The village lies between two cantonal roads that connect Fribourg and Bulle on opposite sides of the Sarine, near their junction at Riaz.

Landscape and surroundings

The area around Echarlens includes Käsenberg, Ile d'Ogoz, Laubspitz and Dent de Brenleire.

Le Pâqueret lies in the wider regional surroundings of Echarlens.

History

The former Everdes Castle stood on the ridge above the Sionge–Lake Gruyère area. In historical times, it guarded the western shore and an important crossing over the Sarine.

Other destinations: Gruyères Fr, Grandvillard, Vuadens, Pont-En-Ogoz, Bas-Intyamon, La Roche Fr, Le Pâquier, Jaun.

To the higher-level travel overview: Gruyère.