Name: Vanil Noir Summit
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Vanil Noir Summit

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Location: Charmey, Gruyère District, Fribourg, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

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1. Vanil de l'Ecri and Vanil Noir — loop from Grandvillard

10.9km

05:59

1,170m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Vanil Noir, Vanil de l'Ecri and Pointe de Paray — loop from Grandvillard

14.5km

07:10

1,310m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Tete de l'Herbette via Vanil Noir — loop from Im Fang

16.8km

08:44

1,420m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Paul_C

December 21, 2023

Vanil Noir is the highest peak in the Friborg Prealps, a mountain range in Switzerland. It is also a nature reserve that is home to a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. From the summit, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Gruyère and Pays d'Enhaut regions, as well as the neighboring peaks of Vanil du Van and Tête de l'Herbette.

The level of alpine difficulty of Vanil Noir varies depending on the route chosen. The most common route, from Grandvillard to the Bounavaletta pass and then to the north ridge, is classified T4+1, which means that it is a demanding mountain hike that requires good physical condition, a sure footed and some experience of alpine terrain. The route has exposed sections that are secured with steel cables and chains, but also unsecured sections that are steep and precarious. The route should not be taken in wet or snowy weather as it can become very slippery and dangerous. Other routes, such as crossing the Tête de l'Herbette or climbing the Grande Raye, are even more difficult and require climbing skills and equipment. Vanil Noir is a challenging but rewarding mountain for adventurous thrill-seeking hikers.

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Hermre

August 4, 2023

Perfect view of the Friborg Alps

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Location: Charmey, Gruyère District, Fribourg, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

Vanil Noir Summit

1. Vanil de l'Ecri and Vanil Noir — loop from Grandvillard

2. Vanil Noir, Vanil de l'Ecri and Pointe de Paray — loop from Grandvillard

3. Tete de l'Herbette via Vanil Noir — loop from Im Fang

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