From Leysin to Les Diablerets

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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.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 16.15 mi
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    Average duration: 2 days 
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    Difficulty: Moderate
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    Back to start: No
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    Ascent: + 4,085 ft
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    Descent: - 4,938 ft
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    Highest point: 6,509 ft
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    Lowest point: 3,701 ft

Photos

Tour de Famelon
Tour de Famelon
Tour de Famelon
Tour de Famelon

Stages of the route

This route needs several days, find the details below:

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    Leysin - Les Mosses

    Leysin - Les Mosses

    ↔9.45 mi ↗2,913 ft ↘2,838 ft
    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.
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  2. E
    Les Mosses - Les Diablerets

    Les Mosses - Les Diablerets

    ↔6.69 mi ↗1,148 ft ↘2,096 ft
    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.
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Notes

? Yellow or Red and White: Tour des Alpes Vaudoises, Route No. 46. Excellent signposting, with numerous signs along the entire route. For the first day.

? Yellow or red and white: plenty of signposts along the entire route. For the second day.

? Mountain kit, including good walking boots, warm clothing and sun protection.

? Accommodation in Leysin: Hotel Grand Chalet

? Accommodation in Les Mosses: Hotel Relais Alpin

? Accommodation in Les Diablerets: Hotel Le Chamois

? Transport: Return to Leysin Feydey via the Sépey Train R24 + Bus175 [Timetables]

? Weather: before setting off, check the Swiss Weather Service or Météoblue

? Mountain pastures: You’ll be passing through a few mountain pastures. Please stay on the paths that run through private property. Don’t forget to close the gates behind you.

Worth a visit

  • Leysin.
  • The towers of Aï, Mayen and Famelon.
  • Lake Hongrin.
  • Col de la Pierre du Moëllé.
  • Les Mosses.
  • Lake Lioson.
  • Pic de Chaussy.
  • Les Diablerets.

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Reviews and comments

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