Echarlens: Hotels and Accommodation
Accommodation in Echarlens
Geographical Location
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 the junction at Riaz.
If you would like to find a hotel in Echarlens, you can search for accommodation specifically in the village.
Landscape
The village is situated on a relatively broad plateau with views westwards over Lake Gruyère. The terrain is gently undulating; near the mouth of the Sionge is a partly wooded ridge.
The area surrounding Echarlens includes Käsenberg, Ile d'Ogoz, Laubspitz and Dent de Brenleire. Le Pâquier is also located in the wider regional surroundings.
History
Everdes Castle stood on the ridge above the area along the Sionge and Lake Gruyère. In historical times, it guarded the western shore and an important crossing over the Sarine.
For the overarching travel overview: Gruyères.
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