The countless stairs, footbridges and bridges lead you through the Galterengraben (La vallée du Gottéron) along the Galterenbach (Galtera = Gottéron) from Tafers to the lower town of Freiburg/Fribourg. By …

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Fred Urrutia

June 23, 2022

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The Gottéron valley, a tributary of the Sarine, is a haven of greenery and freshness. This site was feared in medieval times for its dark and obscure side. Some thought a dragon lived there!

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Pauli

September 16, 2024

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The Galternbach is a tributary of the Saane. It flows into the Saane at the Bern Bridge in Freiburg. Coming from the village of Galtern in the east, the stream …

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1. Tafers – Freiburg: Gottéron gorge

9.17km

02:36

200m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Gottéron Valley – Gottéron Gorge loop from Tafers

11.7km

03:25

310m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Gottéron Valley – Ratzekahl, the Gorge Monster loop from Tafers

6.80km

01:53

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 600 m

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Gottéron Valley

1. Tafers – Freiburg: Gottéron gorge

2. Gottéron Valley – Gottéron Gorge loop from Tafers

3. Gottéron Valley – Ratzekahl, the Gorge Monster loop from Tafers

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