Fribourg · Cross-country skiing

La Cuva

2.0 mi
loop
421 ft
climb
4,305 ft
high point
Loop
route

La Cuva is a 2.0-mile cross-country ski trail that makes a loop in Fribourg, Switzerland. It runs between about 4,060 ft and 4,300 ft above sea level, with roughly 420 ft of climbing over the route. It is mapped as a moderate route. The nearest town is Les Paccots, about 1.6 miles east of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Le Barlattey, Haut des Preises and Lys Derrey. For camping, Camping le Bivouac is within about 6 miles. There are 2 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at La Cuva for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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