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Bovonne Circular
Visorando Member
6.00 mi
+2,274 ft
-2,267 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bex (Vaud)
The start is steep and difficult for over 3 km. After that, it’s easy and the view from the top is stunning. Bovonne Farm is no longer of any interest in itself – the refreshment bar and warm welcome are a thing of the past. However, you can still buy cheese there (make sure you have Swiss francs in cash).
From Les Fracherets to La Barboleuse by road
7.59 mi
+633 ft
-1,814 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gryon (Vaud)
The aim of this hike is to be able to walk without the risk of falling on steep, slippery slopes after heavy rain.
Once you have completed the initial climb, it is all downhill.
The starting point can be reached on foot from La Barboleuse or, more conveniently, by bus from Villars sur Ollon or La Barboleuse. The bus stop is called Les Fracherets. You can even go to the bus terminus, which saves you a few dozen metres of elevation gain.
Ovronnaz – Lac de Derborence Mountain Hut
11.10 mi
+4,803 ft
-4,505 ft
9h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Leytron (Valais)
The hike described below covers the first of two days of the Tour des Muverans. It connects the resort of Ovronnaz (chairlift car park) with the Lac de Derborence mountain hut, crossing the Col de la Forcle (2,543 m), the highest point of the route.
The Grand Chavalard circular walk starting from Lérié and via the Fully Lakes
10.57 mi
+5,817 ft
-5,827 ft
9h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Fully (Valais)
A circular route around the Grand Chavalard, passing by the Fully Lakes and the Col de Fenestral. The ascent of the Grand Chavalard itself is optional (a return leg), but it is, of course, from the summit that the view is best!
Grand Chavalard Circuit starting from L’Erié
7.34 mi
+2,940 ft
-2,943 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Fully (Valais)
A very beautiful circular walk, offering magnificent views of the Grande Dent de Morcles, the lakes of Fully and the Mont Blanc massif, before finishing with a panoramic view over the Rhône Valley and the peaks of Valais.
Mex - Chindonne
7.95 mi
+3,996 ft
-2,421 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Mex (Valais)
During this beautiful stage of the Tour des Dents du Midi, you will cross pastures and forests to reach Chindonne. As the stage is quite short, you will not miss climbing the Dent de Valerette, a magnificent viewpoint. You will then enjoy a panoramic view of the Dents du Midi and the Rhône valley.
Lac de Derborence Mountain Hut – Ovronnaz
14.26 mi
+7,126 ft
-7,428 ft
12h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Conthey (Valais)
The path winds through mountain pastures at the foot of the Diablerets on the border between the cantons of Vaud and Valais, circling the Grand Muveran (3,051 m) and crossing the pass linking it to the Petit Muveran (2,811 m). The panoramic views it offers of the great Alpine peaks (Grand Combin, Dents du Midi, Mont Blanc, etc.) are magnificent.
Chindonne - Refuge d'Antème
7.64 mi
+3,061 ft
-1,677 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Monthey (Valais)
During this fourth stage of the Tour des Dents du Midi, the route offers more magnificent views overlooking the Val-d'Illiez. At Signal de Soi, you can admire the Tête de Chalin, the Cime de l'Est, the cathedral and the Dent Jaune. At the Cabane d'Antème, wonderfully located at the foot of the Haute Cime, you can enjoy a sunset over the Dents du Midi and the Portes du Soleil.
Tête de Chalin
7.86 mi
+3,757 ft
-3,737 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Monthey (Valais)
An uphill hike taking you to the foot of the Eastern Peak (Cime de l'Est), eastern peninsular of "les Dents du Midi", with mind-blowing mountain view points and a panoramic view extending towards the Vaudois Alps. A challenging itinerary with a short aerial path through ridges.
Tour de Mayen
8.07 mi
+2,904 ft
-2,904 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Leysin (Vaud)
The Tours d'Aï and Mayen are twin peaks visible from afar. The Tour de Mayen is slightly lower than its neighbour, not as busy and provides a more wilderness setting. The climb is progressive with two stages, the Chalets de Mayen and Segray Lake. Just beneath the summit, a very clear view of Lac Léman, les Diablerets, le Chablais, les dents du Midi and the Mont Blanc Massif.
Tour d'AÏ
6.04 mi
+2,831 ft
-2,831 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Leysin (Vaud)
The Tours d'Aï and Mayen are twin peaks visible from afar. The Tour d'AÏ is slightly higher than its neighbour, and also visited more frequently. It's a progressive climb which offers an aerial tour at the very end. Amazing views of Lac Léman, le Chablais, les Dents du Midi and the Mont Blanc massif from the summit.
From Leysin to Les Diablerets
16.15 mi
+4,085 ft
-4,938 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Leysin (Vaud)
A beautiful hike in the Vaud Alps. The scenery along this route is very varied. You’ll discover the Tours d’Aï, Mayen and Famelon. From the Col de la Pierre du Moëllé, you’ll enjoy a view of Lake Hongrin.Along the route, there are numerous vantage points offering views of the Diablerets Massif, the Chablais, the Dents du Midi and the Mont Blanc Massif.
Leysin - Les Mosses
9.45 mi
+2,913 ft
-2,838 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Leysin (Vaud)
This first stage will take you from Leysin, at the foot of the famous Aï, Mayen and Famelon towers, to the Col des Mosses. From the Col de la Pierre du Moëllé, you can enjoy a view of Lake Hongrin.
Along the route, there are numerous panoramic viewpoints over the Diablerets Massif, the Chablais, the Dents du Midi and the Mont Blanc Massif.
Famelon Tower from Le Sépey
9.54 mi
+3,812 ft
-3,809 ft
7h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Ormont-Dessous (Vaud)
The Famelon Tower is the little sister of the more majestic towers of Aï and Mayen. Although about 200 m lower than its neighbours, it is nonetheless a beautiful, wilder summit, offering a lovely 360° panorama of the Vaud Pre-Alps, the Diablerets massif, the Dents du Midi and the Mont Blanc massif. Much of the route follows paths and small alpine roads, but the upper section of the route takes you along steep paths that should not be underestimated.
Vernayaz Waterfalls Circular Path
11.65 mi
+5,085 ft
-5,072 ft
9h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Vernayaz (Valais)
This route, starting from Vernayaz, takes in some of the most iconic sites from the early days of tourism in Valais: the Route des Diligences, the Dailley Gorges and the Pissevache Waterfall. To complete a circular route, take a lovely balcony path beneath the Dent du Salentin. This allows you to enjoy the spectacular route through the Dailley Gorges as part of a day’s walk, rather than just a return trip from the car park.
Vernayaz – Le Trétien via the Route des Diligences
5.90 mi
+2,936 ft
-981 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Vernayaz (Valais)
This beautiful route follows part of the “Route des Diligences”, which, in themid-19th century, alongside the arrival of the railway, led to the boom in tourism in the Trient Valley. The hike also offers the chance to admire the historic chalets in the villages of Les Granges, Les Marécottes and Le Trétien.Accessible by public transport.
A circular walk from Van d’en Bas to Sex des Granges and Lake Salanfe
9.98 mi
+5,784 ft
-5,758 ft
9h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
Le Sex des Granges (2,082 m) is the first peak on the ridges surrounding Lake Salanfe. This circular walk takes you along the ridges, offering superb views, as well as a stroll along the lakeshore.
The Farinet Footbridge
6.84 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,545 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chamoson (Valais)
An autumn walk through the lands of Farinet, the Robin Hood of Valais, a beautiful climb through the vineyards to a spectacular footbridge that crosses the Salentze valley at a height of over 130 metres. There are no particular difficulties, but the footbridge is strongly discouraged for people who are prone to vertigo. The thermal baths of Saillon, 500 m from the finish, offer a great way to relax at the end of the day.
Le Luisin from Van d'en Haut
9.79 mi
+6,499 ft
-6,480 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
Less frequented than the Haute Cime opposite, the Luisin is a superb viewpoint and a lovely hiking destination in a high mountain setting. This long and demanding hike undoubtedly offers the easiest route to this beautiful summit.
N.B. The elevation gain shown is overestimated: allow for around 1,400 m.
Susanfe Pass and the Salanfe Lake circuit
11.55 mi
+6,831 ft
-6,831 ft
11h 15
Difficult
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
The Salanfe valley allows you to immerse yourself in the heart of the Dents du Midi massif. Whilst the ascent to Lac de Salanfe is a walk accessible to all, its extension to the Col de Susanfe is more alpine in character but well-marked and signposted, offering more sweeping views. The suggested descent, which is less frequented but ultimately easier, offers a variety of views over the Salanfe Lake basin as it winds its way round it.
Les Diablerets, Col du Pillon and Glacier 3000
4.30 mi
+4,616 ft
-108 ft
6h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Ormont-Dessus (Vaud)
From the start, there is a 27% slope, then 40% under the cliff, with a few passages requiring cables. A large part of the 6.9 km route is blue and white.
A physically demanding hike, but what a reward at the summit! In good weather, the Peak to Peak is a bonus.
A circular walk through the Dailley Gorges starting from Les Granges
2.60 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,260 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
This is a short but picturesque walk. You’ll climb 656 steps alongside a waterfall, using several wooden staircases of excellent quality. You’ll then pass through a charming little valley before descending much more gently back to the starting point.
Below the Moine, Col de Séron and summit of La Chaux from Lake Rétaud
7.45 mi
+2,382 ft
-2,352 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Ormont-Dessus (Vaud)
A loop with a mountain atmosphere facing the imposing Diablerets massif, with a return trip to the Col de Seron. In the second part, you will have a view of the Oberland peaks in the distance. Not to mention the small Lac Rétaud in its setting, to be admired at the end of the day.
Auberge de Salanfe - Emosson Dam
9.17 mi
+5,502 ft
-4,977 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Evionnaz (Valais)
During this second stage, after the Col d'Emaney, you will be enchanted by the peaceful Alpage d'Emaney. During the ascent of the Col de Fenestral, you will be surprised by the beauty of the Lac de Blantsin. The Col de Fenestral offers a panoramic view of the entire eastern part of the Mont Blanc massif.
Auberge de Salanfe - Mex
5.95 mi
+1,952 ft
-4,180 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Evionnaz (Valais)
During this stage of the Tour des Dents du Midi, at the Col du Jorat you will enjoy a panoramic view to the south of the peaks on the border with Italy. You will probably recognise the Matterhorn. You will also have a bird's eye view of the Lac de Salanfe, with the Dôme de la Sallière in the background. To the north, the Rhône valley awaits you. In the small village of Mex, nestled on a plateau, several viewpoints offer views of the villages in the valley, all the way to Lake Geneva.
Auberge de Salanfe - Les Marécottes
6.08 mi
+2,608 ft
-5,089 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Evionnaz (Valais)
This final stage will take you back to Les Marécottes station, very close to the starting point in Salvan. The Salanfe glacier cirque is located at the crossroads of numerous hiking trails. You will finish your tour via the Col de la Golette, which is not very busy. The passage is quite narrow and the start of the descent is equipped with chains. At the pass, you can enjoy one last view of the Dents du Midi and Lake Salanfe. To the east, you can enjoy the panorama of the Valais Alps.
Auberge de Salanfe - Cabane du Vieux Emosson
10.52 mi
+6,050 ft
-4,813 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Evionnaz (Valais)
A long day leading to Lac d'Emosson via the Col d'Emaney and Col de Barberine. Descent to Lac d'Emosson, then Col de la Gueulaz and the final climb to the Cabane du Vieux Emosson.
Salvan - Auberge de Salanfe
5.21 mi
+3,504 ft
-646 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
From the hamlet of Les Granges to Van d’en Bas, you’ll make your way up through the Dailley Gorges via daring structures, footbridges, tunnels and vertiginous staircases. The Salanfe river cascades down the steep gorges in a series of terraces. The view is breathtaking. You’ll enjoy numerous vantage points overlooking the Alpine peaks.You’ll cross the magnificent Vallon de Van. In the evening in Salanfe, you’ll already be able to admire the Dents du Midi standing out against the backdrop of the lake
Tour of the Dents du Midi and Petits Perrons
47.88 mi
+21,716 ft
-21,296 ft
7 days
Difficult
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
Starting in Salvan and finishing in Les Marécottes (VS, Switzerland), this hike is almost circular. The route combines several circuits. In the Val de Trient, you’ll discover the Dailley Gorges and the Vallon de Van.You will complete the entire Tour des Dents du Midi and enjoy this magnificent mountain range as well as the Sauflaz Gorges.You’ll make a short detour onto the Tour des Dents Blanches, which you can admire from the Barme plateau.
Circular Marecot from Salvan
2.15 mi
+623 ft
-604 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
A circular route around Salvan, passing through Le Marecot.
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Lake Lioson and Pic Chaussy
3.98 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,208 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ormont-Dessous (Vaud)
After reaching Vers les Lacs, you will hike through beautiful scenery to climb to the summit of Pic Chaussy, where you can enjoy a sweeping panorama. The descent is on another slope, still in beautiful surroundings, to the lovely Lac Lioson.
The Lake Lioson circular walk starting from Les Mosses
5.81 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,663 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ormont-Dessous (Vaud)
This walk takes you to discover Lake Lioson. The route starts from the public car park at Les Mosses. Magnificent views of the Vaud Alps. Along the way, you can also buy farm produce.
Les Mosses - Les Diablerets
6.69 mi
+1,148 ft
-2,096 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ormont-Dessous (Vaud)
This second stage will take you from the Col des Mosses to the renowned resort of Les Diablerets. The Aï, Mayen and Famelon towers will accompany you for much of the way and you will see them from different angles. The route also offers numerous panoramic views of the Diablerets Massif, the Chablais, the Dents du Midi and the Mont Blanc Massif.
Le Luisin from La Creusaz
3.80 mi
+3,051 ft
-3,041 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Salvan (Valais)
Less frequented than the Haute Cime opposite, the Luisin is a superb viewpoint and a lovely hiking destination in a high mountain setting. This hike offers an original approach to this beautiful summit, starting from high up in a wild setting.
La Tzoumaz - Nendaz
9.23 mi
+2,001 ft
-2,372 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Riddes (Valais)
The elevation profile says it all about this day. Most of the route runs along the Grand Bisse de Saxon. This section has been beautifully restored. In Taillay, you will discover a water wheel and a hammer powered by the stream. This ingenious invention was an alarm signal. The sound of the hammer could be heard 2 km away. The absence of sound alerted the bisse guard. You will recognise the Muverans massif on the other side of the Rhône valley.
Cabane d'Antème - Cantine de la Barmaz
6.43 mi
+1,617 ft
-3,366 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Champéry (Valais)
This stage partly follows the Tour des Dents du Midi, with a remarkable passage at the foot of the Sauflaz Gorges. As you climb back up towards Bonavau, you will switch to the Tour des Dents Blanches. The Barme Plateau is a magnificent place to contemplate these famous white teeth.
Along the shores of Lake Geneva from Villeneuve to Montreux.
3.27 mi
+177 ft
-167 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve (Canton de Vaud) (Vaud)
A pleasant walk along the "Riviera of Lake Geneva", with superb panoramic views of the lake and surrounding peaks, the grand residences of Montreux and the famous Château de Chillon. This walk is proposed as a one-way trip with the option of returning either by boat or on foot.