The region

The Grande Cariçaie

Switzerland's largest wetland — 30 km of shores, reeds as far as the eye can see, over 250 bird species. A stone's throw from your studio.

30km

of shores

250+

bird species

8

nature reserves

1982

Ramsar-listed

01

Water, silence, reeds

Here, time is measured differently. A walk along the boardwalks, an observatory in the middle of the marshes, the creaking of reeds in the wind: everything invites you to slow down. The Grande Cariçaie is not a park, it's a breath.

02

Protected biodiversity

Listed as internationally important (Ramsar 1982), the reserve is home to 30% of Switzerland's nesting bird species. Purple herons, bitterns, reed warblers, kingfishers: this is where they make their home, sometimes exclusively.

03

Walk, observe, listen

Vieux Canal nature trail, UNESCO pile dwellings of Cudrefin, Sauge and Grèves d'Ostende observatories. Best times: at dawn, dusk, off-season.

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Plan your visit

Our team directs you to the best spots according to the season, your pace and interests. Don't hesitate to ask.

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