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Col des Otanes (2864 m) walks
A route around the Combins massif
Visorando member 
74.84 km
+5,707 m
-6,079 m
7 days
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Rhémy-en-Bosses (Aosta Valley)
This seven-stage trek around Les Combins differs in a few ways from the classic tour. It allows you to hike in complete tranquillity in a sumptuous and diverse setting between the mid- and high-mountain ranges, where you will climb to over 3,000 metres. You will encounter dozens of marmots, ibex and herds of Herens cows. A few remnants of glaciers add to the alpine atmosphere of this trek, whose highest point is the Col du Mont Gelé at 3,144 metres.
Important note.Plan for two bus journeys on this route.
Day 2: to reach Liddes on thesecond day from the Grand-Saint-Bernard Pass, see the timetable hereDay 7: for the return journey from Ollemont to Saint-Rhémy-en-Bosses, see the bus timetable here
Panossière Hut - Chanrion Hut
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15.64 km
+1,195 m
-1,372 m
7h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
This is a fairly long stage but set against a magnificent backdrop. The Mauvoisin dam is impressive, as are all the waterfalls along the right bank of the lake. The route passes through the easy and beautiful Tsofeiret Pass.
Walks near Col des Otanes (2864 m)
Valais Day 1: Fionay - Cabane de Louvie (Louvie Hut)
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3.24 km
+790 m
-54 m
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
First stage of this trek linking Fionay village to Saas Fee. A pleasant stage reaching Louvie Hut (la Cabane de Louvie) built on the edge of Louvie Lake.
Trek from Fionay to Saas-Fee
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101.83 km
+8,402 m
-8,074 m
7 days
Very difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
In the Swiss valley, this particularly pleasant hike allows you to explore the many 4000 m peaks that surround the route.
N.B. this route is outlined on Openmap which doesn't have the details of our fine IGN maps. Before being able to get your hands on a Swiss map, which are more precise, the route and GPS layouts will be handy for this pleasant trek.
Brunet Hut - Panossière Hut
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6.70 km
+858 m
-326 m
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
The route passes through the Col des Avouillons before descending to the rest of the Corbassière glacier, which is crossed via a spectacular 200 m long footbridge over a 70 m drop. The high mountains reveal themselves after the pass in a grandiose setting.
Brunet Hut - Louvie Hut
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8.78 km
+1,016 m
-893 m
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
This fifth stage crosses the Val de Bagnes. To the right of the Cabane Brunet, follow the path that descends directly to Fionnay. Be careful, this very steep path with countless tree roots can be slippery and dangerous in wet weather. Cross the road that leads to Fionnay. The path to the Louvie Hut is signposted in the centre of the village, on the right bank of the torrent. The trail is well marked all the way to the hut. Ibex often come close to the hut. A little further on, it is possible to see chamois.
Louvie Hut - Prafleuri Hut
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11.69 km
+1,225 m
-809 m
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
This sixth stage takes place in the high mountains and, depending on the season, may involve crossing snowfields.From Lake Louvie, climb up to Col Termin and rejoin the balcony path that comes from the Montfort Hut. Continue to Col de Louvie (possibility of snowfields). After descending Col de Louvie, the path passes at the foot of the Grand Désert Glacier. The trail then crosses scree; look out for the red and white markings and follow the signs for Prafleuri. Climb Col de Prafleuri. Descend to Torrent de Prafleuri (small bridge); on the left, a trail leads to the Prafleuri Hut.
Valais Day 2: Cabane de Louvie - Cabane de Prafleuri (Louvie Hut - Prafleuri Hut)
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10.16 km
+1,067 m
-641 m
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
Second stage of this hike crossing two passes, Louvie Pass and Prafleuri Pass, both snow-covered.
Cabane de Mille - Cabane Brunet
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7.28 km
+209 m
-582 m
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Liddes (Valais)
This stage was shortened due to bad weather. The plan was to go via Mont Rogneux. This is a short stage that allows you to avoid Mont Rogneux when it is in thick fog. However, if the weather improves in the afternoon, it is possible to climb from the Cabane Brunet to the Goli des Otanes. You will then walk alongside pastures where Herens cows graze.
Cabane de Mille - FXB Panossière hut
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14.13 km
+989 m
-842 m
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Liddes (Valais)
Between Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa, the Grand Combin stands out from everywhere. Forming the border between Switzerland and Italy, and the boundary between the Grand Saint-Bernard valley and the Val de Bagne, it rises to 4,314 m. The tour takes seven days; I added an extra day to visit the Fenêtres lakes, the icing on the cake. Each stage offers alpine accommodation.
Cabane de Chanrion - Crête Sèche refuge
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8.44 km
+676 m
-746 m
4h 20
Difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
This description differs from the classic Combins tour. This route is not recommended in bad weather. It offers an alternative off the beaten track via the Refuge de Crête Seiche. The atmosphere is alpine, requiring a good level of experience on stony paths and snowfields. The distance may seem short and the elevation gain low, but it is a difficult stage.
Cabane des Dix - Arolla
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10.81 km
+297 m
-1,199 m
3h 55
Difficult
Departure from Hérémence (Valais)
This eighth stage takes place in high mountains and, depending on the season, may involve crossing snowfields. From the Cabane des Dix, return to the Pas de Chèvres / Col de Riedmaten junction. Return to the Pas de Chèvres after a long passage through scree and large boulders. Ladders provide access to the Pas des Chèvres. The descent to Arolla follows a good path. Views of Mont Collon and Pigne d'Arolla.Pas de Chèvres or Col de Riedmaten? See the "Practical information" section.