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Liddes - Cabane de Mille
Visorando Member
3.40 mi
+3,927 ft
-33 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Liddes (Valais)
For this second stage, take the bus from the Grand Saint-Bernard Pass Hospice to the village of Liddes. Depart from Liddes and walk through large forest areas and flower-filled mountain pastures to reach the Cabane du Col de Mille.
Liddes - Cabane Brunet
8.55 mi
+4,462 ft
-1,932 ft
7h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Liddes (Valais)
This fourth stage offers various views of the Combin massif. At the top of the village, head towards the Col and Cabane de Mille. After a pleasant walk through the forest, the path gradually opens up to reach Erra. The terrace of the Cabane de Mille offers a magnificent panorama of the Mont Blanc range, the Aiguilles de Chamonix and the Combin massif. At Servay (a small sheepfold after a small lake), head towards Cabane Brunet. The end of the route crosses a rather chaotic area before taking the small road that climbs up to Cabane Brunet. Superb view of the Combin mountains just behind the hut.
From the Great Saint Bernard Pass to the Simplon Pass
132.56 mi
+49,623 ft
-48,415 ft
12 days
Very difficult
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Pierre (Valais)
How to connect two legendary mountain passes between Italy and Switzerland! Most of the proposed route is in Italy (from the Great Saint Bernard Pass to the Monte Moro Pass), with the last two stages in Switzerland following the traditional "Chamonix-Zermatt-Simplon" route.
Bourg-Saint-Pierre - Saint-Rhémy-en-Bosses
11.68 mi
+3,376 ft
-3,337 ft
8h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Pierre (Valais)
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Pierre, the last village before the Great Saint Bernard Pass. This first stage follows exclusively the TDC trail.
Hike with a brief description, to be followed using the Visorando app.
The Cabane du Vélan from Bourg-Saint-Pierre
3.93 mi
+3,192 ft
-10 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Pierre (Valais)
The Cabane du Vélan (2,642 m) is nothing like a traditional Swiss hut. Its bold, futuristic architecture, adorned with solar panels (inaugurated in 1993), makes it look more like a ship than a refuge and has earned it the Ligue de Protection du Patrimoine award. It enjoys an exceptional location above moraines and glaciers, with magnificent views of the Grand Combin massif (4,312 m) and Mont Vélan (3,727 m).
At the foot of the Grand Combin
8.51 mi
+3,451 ft
-3,465 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Pierre (Valais)
Two-day circuit with a night in a mountain hut and exploration of the Combe de Valsorey, at the foot of the Grand Combin (4,312 m) and Mont Vélan (3,727 m).
Spectacular high mountain scenery guaranteed.
Plan Monnay
5.11 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,686 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Liddes (Valais)
A lovely circular walk for a half day out which is good if the weather is forecast to deteriorate in the afternoon. It can also be extended if you want a longer walk. Amazing views from the top of Plan Monnay.
Cabane de Mille - FXB Panossière hut
8.78 mi
+3,245 ft
-2,762 ft
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 Mille - Cabane Brunet
4.53 mi
+686 ft
-1,909 ft
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.
Raccard du Blé
5.03 mi
+1,657 ft
-1,650 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
A circular walk in the lower part of the Swiss Val Ferret. One of the walks publicized by the tourist office and well signposted. There are information boards (in French) about the construction of traditional barns made from local stone and timber. Easy walking, navigation and some interesting information. The first section is on a quiet road.
From the Cabane du Vélan to Bourg-Saint-Pierre
4.57 mi
+282 ft
-3,471 ft
2h 20
Difficult
Departure from Bourg-Saint-Pierre (Valais)
The second stage of this hike starts at the Cabane du Vélan and follows the right bank of the Valsorey torrent.
Panossière Hut - Chanrion Hut
9.72 mi
+3,921 ft
-4,501 ft
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.
Brunet Hut - Panossière Hut
4.16 mi
+2,815 ft
-1,070 ft
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
5.46 mi
+3,333 ft
-2,930 ft
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.
Champex-Lac - Liddes
7.28 mi
+1,923 ft
-2,441 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
This third stage is fairly short and relaxing. It allows you to enjoy Champex and its lake a little longer. After the village of Orsières, you will follow a forest path on the left bank of the Dranse d'Entremont, then on its right bank before climbing up to the village of Liddes.
Champex - Trient
9.85 mi
+2,848 ft
-3,389 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
stage 7 of the Tour du Mont Blanc from Champex (Switzerland) to Trient via the Col de la Forclaz.
Chemin de Bouquetins / des Bergers
5.22 mi
+509 ft
-1,795 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from 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.
Le Belvedere
4.53 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,093 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
This is a variation on the Sentier Le Belvedere walk which is described in the Pays du St-Bernard tourist booklet.
Sentier du Bisse
2.55 mi
+525 ft
-522 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
A short and easy walk from Champex Lac, taking the well signposted and good paths beside the Bisse. These are the water channels made to control and route the flow of water for irrigation purposes. The path returns to Champex via part of the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) path.
Pointe d'Orny : out and return from the La Breya ski lift.
8.35 mi
+4,577 ft
-4,564 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
An ascent of an easy alpine peak starting from the La Breya ski lift and via the Orny and Trient mountain huts. Superb views over the Trient Plateau.
La Fouly to Champex-Lac - Tour Mont Blanc
Association / Club / Walk leader10.41 mi
+2,195 ft
-2,723 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
This 7th stage of the Tour Mont Blanc (TMB) begins in La Fouly and gently descends alongside the Dranse de Ferret to Praz-de-Fort and Les Arlaches. It then leaves the valley to climb up to Lac de Champex. Let's do it! The TMB is a classic long-distance footpath that goes around Mont Blanc, passing from France into Italy and through Switzerland before returning to France.Follow the TMB signposts.
Six Blanc mountain, Mont Brûlé and Col de Mille
11.59 mi
+3,504 ft
-3,530 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
A challenging loop with alternating gentle climbs and easy descents, offering magnificent views of the Val de Bagne on one side and Orsières on the other. There are also numerous views of the French and Swiss Alps in good weather.
6th stage of the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB)
7.75 mi
+4,652 ft
-4,564 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from 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 via the Col de la Breya.
7.01 mi
+5,509 ft
-3,251 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
A circular walk from Champex Lac; ascending via the Bisses to the Arpette valley and then taking the path uphill through forest to the Col de la Breya. Then descending and joining the path to the Cabane d'Orny (refreshments available). The descent is via the path back to the La Breya chair lift taking in an optional ascent of La Breya.
Champex to Cabane d'Orny and return via La Breya summit and ski lift.
7.85 mi
+5,551 ft
-3,284 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from 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.)
Petit and Grand Cols Ferret
8.65 mi
+3,015 ft
-2,986 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from 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.
Champex-Lac to Trient -Tour Mont Blanc
8.96 mi
+2,953 ft
-3,461 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Orsières (Valais)
This 8th stage of the Tour Mont Blanc (TMB) offers two options, the tough one via Fenetre D'Arpette and the somewhat easier option over Porte à l'Ô. Here's the second version, past Plan de L' au, over Alpage de Bovine and Porte à l'Ô, past the Col de la Forclaz to drop down to Trient. Let's do it!
The TMB is a classic long-distance footpath that goes around Mont Blanc, passing from France into Italy and through Switzerland before returning to France.
Fionay - Cabane de Louvie
2.01 mi
+2,592 ft
-177 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
First stage of the trek linking the village of Fionay to Saas Fee. A pleasant stage to reach the Cabane de Louvie, built on the edge of the lake of the same name.
Trek from Fionay to Saas-Fee
63.00 mi
+27,582 ft
-26,322 ft
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.
Louvie Hut - Prafleuri Hut
7.26 mi
+4,019 ft
-2,654 ft
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.
