# Feudal Fashioned Culinary Towns The Gruyeres Cheese Town is Medieval Madness By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2013-12-31 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-town References: [luxurytrump](http://luxurytrump.com/travel/visit-gruyeres-switzerlands-medieval-cheese-town/) Take a trip back in time when you visit the Gruyeres Cheese Town in Switzerland. [Culinary communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-tours) are an utter joy for the entire family and even more joyous when they're themed and what could be a better theme than one of an era past filled with dungeons and dragons. The Gruyeres Cheese Town is a small hilltop village full of eateries, restaurants and is equipped with a castle and three museums for extra fun. Located in Geneva, Switzerland, this valiant village is entirely middle earth-themed and a tasteful tourist attraction. Complete with an old-time theater, this fantasy filled village is so much like the real thing. Take a walk around the Gruyeres Cheese Town and let your inner knight, jest or old time royal, loose. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Themed Culinary Communities:** Opportunities for themed culinary communities with medieval or fantasy themes. - **Historical Tourism:** The rise of historical tourism, particularly in small towns and villages. - **Medieval Entertainment:** The potential for medieval-themed entertainment options beyond the traditional renaissance fair. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tourism:** Opportunities for small towns and villages to attract visitors with themed culinary communities and historical tourism. - **Food and Beverage:** An increase in demand for specialized culinary experiences and themed restaurants. - **Entertainment:** The potential for the entertainment industry to capitalize on the trend of medieval-themed entertainment options beyond the traditional renaissance fair. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Romantasy-Inspired European Getaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acotar-switzerland-tour.md) - [Cheese-Themed Luxury Spas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedgewater-spa.md) - [Cheese-Themed Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cheezit-escape.md) - [Spore-Flavored Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-cheddar.md) - [Rose-Shaped Swiss Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tte-de-moine-rosettes-semisoft-cheese.md) - [Cheese Expert Guide Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madame-fromage.md) - [Artisan Cheese Fondues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmigiano-reggiano-fondue.md) - [Club-Culture-Inspired Cheese Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-rave.md) - [Immersive Charcuterie Showcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-charcuterie-chalet.md)