The Louis Saugy Trail
<p>What did Rougemont look like a hundred years ago? This 1.5 km discovery trail brings the village’s past to life through Louis Saugy’s papercuts and historic postcards.</p>
Longueur : 1.5
Durée : 1h30
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Dénivelé - : 51.440856933594
Point le plus haut : 1021
Point le plus bas : 972
A postman in Rougemont and a keen observer of local life, Louis Saugy (1871-1953) was one of the pioneers of papercutting in the Pays-d’Enhaut. His works portray everyday life in his time with remarkable detail and humour: women washing clothes at the fountain, card games in the café, traditional means of transport and cattle heading up to the mountain pastures.
Along this family-friendly walk, discover his papercuts alongside postcards from the early 20th century, displayed at the very spots where the original photographs were taken. Compare Rougemont as it was then with the village you see today and have fun spotting what has changed and what has stood the test of time.
Before setting off, pick up your activity booklet at the Rougemont Tourist Office or download it online. Answer the questions, find the mystery word and receive a small souvenir!
Did you know?
Louis Saugy’s talent was recognised far beyond the Pays-d’Enhaut. Winston Churchill, Field Marshal Montgomery and members of the Spanish royal family were among the visitors to his workshop.
<p><strong>Route</strong></p> <p>This easy 1.5 km walk takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. It starts and finishes at the Rougemont Tourist Office. The trail is accessible all year round and is suitable for families with pushchairs.</p> <p><strong>Accessibility</strong></p> <p>The trail is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Some gravel sections can be bypassed.</p> <p><strong>By train</strong></p> <p>Rougemont can be reached on the MOB railway line. Get off at Rougemont railway station.</p> <p><strong>By car</strong></p> <p>Parking spaces are available at the church and railway station car parks.</p> <p><strong>Extend your visit</strong></p> <p>The Musée du Pays-d’Enhaut in Château-d’Œx houses an important collection of works by Louis Saugy and is the perfect place to discover more about the art of traditional papercutting.</p>