The Vanils route

The route starts in Bulle. You cross the Bouleyres forest and then head towards Lake Montsalvens. Once past Charmey, you take a nice small path along the Jogne river.

After a few kilometers along the river, turn right to climb the Gros Mont valley. A paved alpine road with steep sections at times. Once at the top of the road, you are at Gros Mont. A nice flat area before descending toward Pays d'Enhaut. The descent is on a gravel road down to Ciernes-Picats. 

Next, you climb a bit again to reach the heights of Château-d'Oex. The descent into the village is on a paved road, but you can also take a nice technical small path by following the red MTB signs. Both options lead to the same place, in the center of Château-d'Oex. A perfect spot to take a break and eat. 

The second part of the route is much easier with the descent along the Sarine river back to Bulle. After Château-d'Oex and Les Moulins, you follow the lake of Rossinière and its dam. You enter the Intyamon valley by passing through Montbovon, then follow the lake of Lessoc and its beautiful wooden bridge. Take the opportunity to fill your bottles at the famous fountain in Lessoc village center. After, you cross the lovely village of Grandvillard, pass under Estavannens and the castle of Gruyères to return to Bulle.