Forest in Gantrisch Nature Park

The Gantrisch is a diverse nature park covering 402km2 located in the triangle formed by the cities of Bern, Fribourg, and Thun. Gantrisch Nature Park offers velvet hills, emerald forests, and colorful meadows, to name a few attractions. Get lost on the endless hiking trails or indulge in one of the 200 regional specialties. The nature park is famous for its starry sky, in addition to its local treats and numerous hiking trails. The night sky in Gantrisch is unlike any other because there is almost no light pollution.

There are wild animals in the area that can be seen when they emerge from hiding in search of food. Foresters also assist children in comprehending the small wonders of this mysterious world. The castles in Gürbetal, the baths in the Gurnigel region (old bathing culture), the St. James pilgrimage route with the Rüeggisberg Monastery, the Schwarzenburg Chapel, the churches in the various villages, the Grasburg, the farmhouses that are so typical of the area, or the bridges in the Sense and Schwarzwasser region are all cultural-historic objects of value in the Park.

Location: Schlossgasse 13, 3150 Schwarzenburg, Switzerland