Nature Reserve Guide
Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte is a nature reserve located on the southern shore of Lake Neuchâtel, forming a significant part of the larger Grande Cariçaie complex. This area is characterized by its lakeside wetlands, reed beds, and shallow waters, alongside mosaics of dry meadows and pine forests at the base of a wooded cliff. The terrain offers varied landscapes suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. It is recognized for…
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3.9
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37
hikers
13.6km
04:11
480m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8.47km
02:16
90m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.7km
03:20
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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281
riders
40.3km
02:32
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56
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34.4km
02:10
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47
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20.1km
01:27
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41
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16.6km
01:12
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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75
riders
50.0km
02:49
990m
990m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32
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36.8km
02:05
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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21
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22.4km
01:12
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
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45.9km
02:06
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.4
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65
riders
30.1km
01:51
210m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42
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53.4km
03:16
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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22.9km
01:50
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
52.8km
04:27
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.3
(3)
40
riders
72.3km
04:12
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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38
riders
25.6km
02:00
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
28.5km
02:26
790m
790m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
riders
34.2km
02:05
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
runners
10.8km
01:09
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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18.1km
01:58
230m
230m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
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8.54km
00:54
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
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7.26km
00:47
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte offers opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The reserve is part of the Grande Cariçaie, which features 40 km (25 miles) of roads and paths.
Popular hiking routes include the Gor Mills – Seyon Gorges loop from Champ-Bougin, which is approximately 6.7 miles (10.8 km) long. Another option is the Seyon Gorges and Valangin Castle Loop, spanning about 8.4 miles (13.6 km). These trails are generally rated as moderate difficulty.
Yes, touring cyclists can find routes such as the View of Lake Murten – Murten Old Town loop from Delley-Portalban, which covers about 25.1 miles (40.3 km). The Cudrefin – Portalban Beach loop from Delley-Portalban is an easier option at approximately 12.5 miles (20.1 km).
Mountain biking routes often traverse varied terrain, including farm tracks and paths through the lakeside landscape. An example is the Estavayer-le-Lac – Estavayer-le-Lac Beach loop from Delley, an easy route of about 18.7 miles (30.1 km). More challenging options like the La Sauge – Broye Canal loop from Cudrefin are also available.
The reserve offers several easy routes suitable for families, particularly for touring cycling and some hiking. The Cudrefin – Portalban Beach loop from Delley-Portalban is an easy touring cycling route. For more options, consult the Easy hikes in Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte guide.
The reserve is characterized by shallow waters, reed beds, marshes, and inundated woods, alongside dry meadows and pine forests. It is known for its rich biodiversity, including the largest populations of green tree frogs in Switzerland, whose choruses are notable on spring evenings. The area is part of the Grande Cariçaie, a crucial habitat for a quarter of Switzerland's flora and fauna.
Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte has more than 90 routes listed on komoot, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Over 1,700 visitors have explored the area and shared their experiences on the platform.
Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte is part of the Grande Cariçaie, which has specific regulations regarding dogs to protect its sensitive ecosystem. Visitors should check the official Grande Cariçaie website for detailed rules on dog access and leash requirements within the reserve.
For official information and regulations concerning Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte, which is part of the Grande Cariçaie, visit the official website at grande-caricaie.ch. The phone number for inquiries is +41 24 425 18 88.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking in Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte, Cycling in Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte, and Gravel biking in Réserve Naturelle Des Grèves De La Motte. Other guides cover specific sports and attractions.
Road cyclists can explore routes such as the East Ascent of Mont Vully – Mont Vully loop from Gletterens, a challenging route of approximately 31.1 miles (49.9 km). A moderate option is the Mont Vully – View of Mont Vully loop from Gletterens, about 22.8 miles (36.8 km) long.
Yes, the reserve provides routes suitable for jogging. An example is the Camping de Cudrefin loop from Cudrefin, a moderate route spanning about 6.7 miles (10.8 km). Other options include loops starting from Cudrefin, varying in length and difficulty.

