La Peule walks

Petit and Grand Cols Ferret ( Download : PDF )

13.92km +927m -924m 6h40 Moderate
Starting point in Orsières - Valais

A lovely circular walk taking in both of the Col Ferrets. Done the way described means that you will ascend the steeper sections and enjoy the easy descent following the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) path.

Chemin de Bouquetins / des Bergers ( Download : PDF )

8.4km +118m -503m 2h45 Easy
Starting point in Orsières - Valais

This walk is a mixture of the Chemin de Bouquetins which coincides with the Sentier des Bergers in places. It takes advantage of the ski-lift in Fouly to save on the ascent but you can always walk uphill if you choose. These walks are both publicized by the tourist office and are well signposted.

6th stage of the TMB Tour du Mont Blanc ( Download : PDF )

12.47km +1302m -1271m 7h15 Difficult
Starting point in Orsières - Valais

6th stage of the Mont Blanc tour: from the Relais d'Arpette to the Forclaz Pass via la Fenêtre d'Arpette.

Champex to Cabane d'Orny and return via La Breya summit and ski lift. ( Download : PDF )

12.64km +1567m -863m 8h05 Difficult
Starting point in Orsières - Valais

A circular walk from Champex Lac; ascending the tranquil and beautiful Combe d'Orny and joining the path to the Cabane d'Orny where there are refreshments available. The descent is via the path back to the La Breya ski lift taking in an optional ascent of La Breya. (It is also possible to descend by foot via the Val d' Arpette or from the ski lift, similarly the walk can be shortened and height gain reduced by taking the ski lift up.)

7th stage of the TMB Tour du Mont Blanc ( Download : PDF )

14.13km +1030m -1201m 7h00 Moderate
Starting point in Trient - Valais

7th stage of the TMB: from Forclaz pass to Montroc