Vanil Noir
Mountain Highest peak of Canton Fribourg in Swiss Alps
The highest peak in Fribourg canton, Vanil Noir draws hikers for alpine meadows, limestone ridges and long ridge walks with views across the Prealps.
Vanil Noir is a mountain in the Swiss Prealps located on the border of the cantons of Fribourg and Vaud. It is the highest peak in the canton of Fribourg with an elevation of 2,389 metres.
The summit and its surrounding ridgelines are popular with hikers and mountaineers, with maintained trails leading to viewpoints over the surrounding Prealps. Terrain includes rocky summits and alpine pastures below the peak.
The mountain has long been used for seasonal alpine grazing and as a local landmark; modern use focuses on outdoor recreation and nature conservation within a multi-canton alpine landscape.
Vanil Noir stands within the Swiss Prealps, with access routes from valleys in Fribourg and Vaud; the area is mountainous with alpine terrain and pastures.
- Highest point of Fribourg: The mountain is the highest point in the canton of Fribourg and is often reached from mountain huts and trails on the Fribourg-Vaudois border.
How to Get to Vanil Noir #
Common access points are from villages such as Rougemont or Grandvillard. Regional buses reach trailheads in summer; hiking routes are marked but vary in difficulty-consult local maps.
Tips for Visiting Vanil Noir #
- Vanil Noir involves significant hiking-trail difficulty varies; proper mountain gear and navigation tools are recommended.
- Start early in summer to avoid afternoon storms common in the Alps and to secure daylight for long ascents.
- The summit offers cross-canton views; bring layers for cold winds even on warm days.
Best Time to Visit Vanil Noir #
Summer is ideal for hiking; avoid late-season storms and check mountain weather forecasts.
Weather & Climate near Vanil Noir #
Vanil Noir's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1645 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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