Fenêtre de Ferret from the Grand Saint-Bernard Hospice

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A high-altitude hike between Switzerland and Italy, the climb to the Fenêtre de Ferret from the Grand-Saint-Bernard Hospice offers a real immersion in the wild, rocky atmosphere of the Valais Alps.

The trail starts in the mystical atmosphere of the Hospice, at 2,469 m, between high-altitude lakes, cairns and pastures where the tinkling of bells can sometimes be heard. Very quickly, you rise into a majestic alpine setting, surrounded by rocks, silence... and sometimes a little company: the route is relatively busy in high season.

The climb to the Fenêtre de Ferret (2,698 m, very well marked) takes place in a grandiose setting, with unobstructed views of Mont Dolent, Grand Golliat, and the hanging glaciers of the Italian Val Ferret. Once at the pass, the reward is complete: the panorama opens up to 360°, embracing the Swiss and Italian valleys. The contrast between the northern and southern slopes of the Alps is striking.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 5.97 km
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    Average duration: 3h 05 
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    Difficulty: Moderate
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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 475 m
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    Descent: - 468 m
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    Highest point: 2,697 m
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    Lowest point: 2,358 m
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Photo of the hike _ Car park next to the road
View from the Grand Saint-Bernard Hospice
Viewpoint Fenêtre de Ferret _2
View of the Great Saint Bernard Hospice

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 2,475 m - Grand Saint-Bernard Pass - Hospice du Grand-Saint-Bernard
  2. 1 : km 0.93 - alt. 2,408 m - Route
  3. 2 : km 1.62 - alt. 2,361 m - Car park
  4. 3 : km 2.19 - alt. 2,501 m - Stream
  5. 4 : km 2.98 - alt. 2,697 m - Fenêtre de Ferret
  6. S/E : km 5.97 - alt. 2,475 m - Grand Saint-Bernard Pass - Hospice du Grand-Saint-Bernard

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