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Starting from La Cergniaulaz towards Le Molard, this is a beautiful route that runs along the peaks of Cape au Moine. It can be extended via La Pierra Perchia (to be avoided in bad weather) and descends via the Col de Jaman and La Planiaz.
Details
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 14.88 km
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Average duration: 6h 55
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Difficulty: Difficult
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Back to start: Yes
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Ascent: + 921 m
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Descent: - 921 m
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Highest point: 1,841 m
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Lowest point: 1,286 m
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Country: Switzerland
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Area: Alps
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District: Montreux (Canton de Vaud)
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Start/End: N 46.477892° / E 6.96021°
Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,655 m - End of road
- 1 : km 0.36 - alt. 1,619 m - Bend
- 2 : km 1.06 - alt. 1,573 m - Col de Soladier
- 3 : km 2.58 - alt. 1,841 m - Pass
- 4 : km 5.23 - alt. 1,508 m - Col de Jaman
- 5 : km 5.88 - alt. 1,466 m - Start of the trail
- 6 : km 6.69 - alt. 1,334 m - X-shaped crossroads
- 7 : km 8.39 - alt. 1,470 m - Baye de Montreux
- 8 : km 9.33 - alt. 1,456 m - Crossroads
- 9 : km 10.82 - alt. 1,406 m - Chessy Road
- 10 : km 12.02 - alt. 1,286 m - Auberge de la Cergniaulaz
- 11 : km 13.11 - alt. 1,463 m - Laces
- 12 : km 13.89 - alt. 1,583 m - Goille aux Cerfs
- S/E : km 14.88 - alt. 1,655 m - End of road
Notes
Other walks in the area
La Cergniaulaz, Le Molard and Le Folly
A magnificent hike starting from the Auberge de la Cergniaulaz restaurant with free parking. Accessible in summer with the chance to see fields full of daffodils in early May, and in winter on snowshoes or touring skis. It's quite a climb at the start, but the surrounding mountain scenery and the beauty of the forests and wildlife make you forget the effort. The view of the lake on the descent from the summit of Folly is breathtaking, and if you're there around August, you can refuel with thousands of wild blueberries on the way down from Molard. The Cergniaulaz restaurant offers semi-gourmet dishes but is very hiker-friendly, and you can also enjoy some typical dishes such as planchette, fondue or rösti. Their tart of the day was to die for.
Cape au Moine from Col de Jaman
A short hike, mostly along the mountainside, ending with a ridge that requires caution. From the summit, superb panorama, especially of Lake Geneva, which is only five kilometres away and which you overlook from a height of nearly 1,600 metres.
Dent de Lys
The Dent de Lys is a summit that lives up to the elegance of its name and offers superb panoramic views! Its ascent includes steep and exposed sections that make it suitable only for experienced hikers.
Les Paccots - Vevey
This last stage will take you to the shores of Lake Geneva in Vevey. From Les Paccots, a forest trail will lead you to the Fégire footbridge, where the Veveyse de Fégire marks the border between the cantons of Fribourg and Vaud. When you arrive at Laly and from the Pléiades trail, you can admire Lake Geneva and the surrounding Alpine peaks. You will pass through a few vineyards before arriving in Vevey.
Rocher de Naye at Pertuis d'Aveneyre
Departure from Rochers de Naye by rack railway with overnight stay in a bivouac just above Pertuis d'Aveneyre. The route largely follows the Via Alpina trail. Some paths are narrow, so caution is advised for those prone to vertigo.
Teysachaux and Le Moléson from Belle Chaux
Moléson is a popular peak in the Fribourg Pre-Alps because it offers superb views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. This hike takes you up the mountain, first passing the steep summit of Teysachaux and then following a pleasant ridge trail.
Around Teysachaux
A beautiful circular to do in the Teysachaux area, with varied landscapes. If you're lucky, you might spot some marmots. You can park at the starting point of the route, where there are 5 or 6 spaces.
The Terraces of Lavaux, the Three Suns
A beautiful walk through the vineyards of Lavaux, discovering the different appellations. Lovely views of the lake and the Alps.
Local wines can be tasted throughout the hike.
N.B. Contrary to what is automatically indicated on the hike information sheet, the Lavaux terraces are located in the canton of Vaud and not in Valais.
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