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From Les Fracherets to La Barboleuse by road
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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.
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.
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. This route offers a wide variety of landscapes. You will discover the Tours d'Aï, Mayen and Famelon. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pointe d'Aveneyre
3.41 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,614 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villeneuve (Canton de Vaud) (Vaud)
Far less frequented than the neighbouring Rochers de Naye, the Pointe d'Aveneyre offers a magnificent panorama of Lake Geneva, the Vaud Alps and the Fribourg Alps, as well as the peaks of the Chablais.
Rochers de Naye from the Col de Chaude
4.01 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,808 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Villeneuve (Canton de Vaud) (Vaud)
Les Rochers de Naye overlook Lake Geneva from a height of nearly 1,700m and offer a magnificent panorama of the lake and the neighbouring Alpine peaks. This hike offers a shorter and less exposed ascent than the more common route starting from the Col de Jaman.
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.
Rocher de Naye at Pertuis d'Aveneyre
8.60 mi
+3,661 ft
-3,642 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Villeneuve (Canton de Vaud) (Vaud)
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.
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.
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.
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.