{"id":1965,"date":"2021-04-02T11:59:07","date_gmt":"2021-04-02T11:59:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/?p=1965"},"modified":"2023-06-08T02:14:31","modified_gmt":"2023-06-08T02:14:31","slug":"magical-etang-de-la-gruere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/en\/magical-etang-de-la-gruere\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00c9tang De La Gru\u00e8re: 5 TOP activities for an unforgettable excursion (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1965\" class=\"elementor elementor-1965\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-271e49e2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"271e49e2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7e5338a2\" data-id=\"7e5338a2\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2cfdb194 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2cfdb194\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>All you need to know about Etang De La Gru\u00e8re. The \u201c\u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re\u201d is the largest moor lake of Switzerland and the perfect place for a hike around the Swiss Lake or doing a picnic and observing nature.<\/strong><\/p><p>Text and Pictures by Marc Gottwald<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><h2><strong>The nature of Etang de la Gru\u00e8re<\/strong><\/h2><p>Welcome to the \u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re\u201d, a tiny lake in the canton of Jura, Switzerland. Honestly, a pretty long name for such a small Swiss lake. And yes, it may be small in comparison with other Swiss lakes (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/place\/Lake-Neuchatel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake Neuch\u00e2tel<\/a>: 21830ha) at 8ha, but it is the largest moor lake of Switzerland.<\/p><p>But trust me, this region is something very special. A place where you feel like you are in the middle of the wilderness.<\/p><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1939 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Etang de la Gruere from above.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1_Etang-de-la-Gruere.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1941\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2_Etang-de-la-Gruere-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2_Etang-de-la-Gruere-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2_Etang-de-la-Gruere.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1947 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Dreamy Etang de la Gruere in winter.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3_Etang-de-la-Gruere-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3_Etang-de-la-Gruere-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3_Etang-de-la-Gruere.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p><p>The lake is found in the Jura range in the middle of Saignel\u00e9gier and Tramelan. Furthermore, the Etang de la Gruere elevates at around 1000 meters above sea level and measures 600 meters in the length, 60m in the width, and is 5m deep. And honestly, the nature looks so perfect, that we could think that this is a natural lake. But that\u2019s wrong.<\/p><h2><strong>Formed by a dam<\/strong><\/h2><p>The moor lake was formed in the 17th century during the construction of an artificial dam for a mill to generate water power. Nevertheless, nature is of such great importance that today there is a nature reserve with the forest and the lake. Therefore, it is also not allowed to leave the paths.<\/p><p>It is interesting to note that the \u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re has a calcareous subsoil. Normally, it would be porous and the water would immediately run off through hollows. But how can the lake exist after all?<\/p><p>The glaciers retreated about 13000 years ago. Due to their enormous weight, they have flattened the former porous ground. Over time, many sediments such as clay and marl have been brought in. This means that the water could no longer drain away properly. The result was a peat bog. Then in the 17th century came the artificial dam, which turned the moor slowly into a lake.<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1943\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3.1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Moor-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3.1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Moor-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3.1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Moor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3.1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Moor-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3.1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Moor-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3.1_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Moor.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p><p>That\u2019s also the reason why the Etang de la Gru\u00e8re has brown colored water. In Les Cerlatez there is a nature conservation centre where you can learn a lot about the moor. Let us now look at the 5 Top activities to do at \u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re in the canton of Jura.<\/p><h2><strong>1). Hiking<\/strong><\/h2><p>The lake features a well-designed hiking trail for hikers. It starts from Moulin De la Gru\u00e8re and goes around the Etang de la Gru\u00e8re. It\u2019s a special experience walking on the former moor soil on the lake trail, crossing the bridges and wooden boardwalks. The hike offers a wonderful scenery by following the signs posts.<\/p><p>Furthermore, there is a lot of flora and fauna in the region to discover and observe. Because peatlands are some of the areas with the greatest biodiversity. The hike is ideal for everyone as it\u2019s very flat, so also for elderly, children, and dogs. And honestly, it\u2019s more a walk than a hike as the circular walk takes only around 50 minutes. You can\u2019t find that on the hiking maps, however, you can easily follow along the lake.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1949\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1951 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The peatland lake Etang de la Gruere in the canton of Jura.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5_Etang-de-la-Gruere-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5_Etang-de-la-Gruere-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5_Etang-de-la-Gruere.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1953\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/6_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/6_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/6_Etang-de-la-Gruere-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/6_Etang-de-la-Gruere-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/6_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/6_Etang-de-la-Gruere.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1955 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Magical Etang de la Gruere, the Swiss lake in the Freiberge of Canton Jura.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Wanderung.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1957\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/8_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/8_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/8_Etang-de-la-Gruere-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/8_Etang-de-la-Gruere-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/8_Etang-de-la-Gruere-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/8_Etang-de-la-Gruere.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p><p>If you want to do a bigger hike in this region you can also start in Saign\u00e9legier hike to another beautiful but less known lake, the \u201cEtang des Royes\u201d. Then you continue to the \u201c\u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re\u201d and hike afterwards through the stunning moorlands of \u201cLa Tourbi\u00e8re\u201d. You will definitively feel like in another world as it\u2019s something totally different from what we normally know here in Switzerland! In the end, the hike will finish in \u201cLa-Chaux-de-Brelaux\u201d where a train is waiting for you every hour. The hike is taking around 3 hours and 30 minutes and is very flat.<\/p><h2><strong>2). Enjoy a picnic at \u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re<\/strong><\/h2><p>The moor lake offers very beautiful picnic spots as you walk along the paths with several benches. During the weekends and in the summer holidays you might see a lot of people.<\/p><p>However, during the week you can enjoy the silence, recharge batteries and have views over the beautiful lake and the landscapes full of fir trees. Sometimes a man even plays his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lebendige-traditionen.ch\/tradition\/en\/home\/traditions\/playing-the-alphorn-and-the-buechel.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alphorn<\/a>. What could be better?<\/p><p>Please make sure you take all the trash with you at home. This is because I haven\u2019t seen any trash bins since my last visit. Furthermore, the nature reserve area does not allow any form of fire.<\/p><h2><strong>3). Watch animals and birds<\/strong><\/h2><p>The region has many animal and plant species. Because the moorland has very few nutrients, plant species can grow and animal species can live here that have no chance in nutrient-rich agricultural meadows because of the faster-growing competition. Some of them include butterflies, dragonflies, and beetles.<\/p><h2><strong>4). Swimming <\/strong><\/h2><p>The Etang de la Gru\u00e8re is a perfect place for outdoor swimming in summer. The few spots for swimming are marked and distributed around the lake. You can enjoy a swim in this beautiful Swiss lake or sunbathe at the shores and observe the surrounding nature. A very special experience! \u00a0<\/p><h2><strong>5). Ice skate <\/strong><\/h2><p>The lake freezes during the winter seasons. It gives a rare experience in this winter wonderland. To ice skate is always on your own danger as there are no signs if the ice is already good for ice skating or not. It feels special to skate on nature-made ice that is surrounded by beautiful views. Beginners, intermediate and experienced skaters have great moments to enjoy on the ice. Lastly, the activity depends on the weather. It is not possible if there is no cold weather for an amount of time or if the lake is snow covered. Check the weather, temperature, and ice before you start this activity.<\/p><h2><strong>How to reach the \u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re<\/strong><\/h2><p>There are several ways to get to the \u201c\u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re\u201d: by public transportation with train and bus or by car. If you go by train or bus it\u2019s a very beautiful journey through the Jura Highlands which I can really recommend, however, please make sure to check the timetable as especially the buses are driving unregularly. Of course, you can also do a hike from Saign\u00e9legier, then you are more independent. The place is very close from<a href=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/en\/la-chaux-de-fonds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> La-Chaux-de-Fonds<\/a> and can be easily combined. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1959\" src=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Foto9_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Anfahrt-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Foto9_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Anfahrt-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Foto9_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Anfahrt-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Foto9_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Anfahrt-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Foto9_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Anfahrt-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/switzerlandbylocals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Foto9_Etang-de-la-Gruere-Anfahrt.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p><h2><strong>Final thoughts \u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re<\/strong><\/h2><p>\u00c9tang De La Gru\u00e8re is ranked as the largest moor lake in Switzerland. The beautiful Swiss Lake is situated among the trees and provides great activities like hiking, swimming, picnics and sometimes even ice skating in winter. Furthermore, it is worth watching sunrise and sunset. If you come by car, you will find two parking lots. A great place to visit if you are in the Jura region.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The &#8220;\u00c9tang de la Gru\u00e8re&#8221; is the largest peat lake in Switzerland perfect for hiking or relaxing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1962,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[129,82,132,16,26,11],"tags":[104,105],"class_list":["post-1965","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-day-trips","category-excursions","category-family-trips","category-hiking","category-swiss-lakes","category-travel-guides","tag-canton-of-jura","tag-etang-de-la-gruere-camping"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>\u00c9tang De La Gru\u00e8re: 5 TOP activities for an unforgettable excursion (2022)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The Etang de la Gru\u00e8re is the largest peat lake in Switzerland and a beautiful place for a hike in the canton of Jura. 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