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The Bisses of Nendaz
Visorando Member 
5.71 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,122 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Nendaz (Valais)
The Nendaz plateau was once a productive orchard before being overdeveloped. This productivity was partly due to the water supply provided by the four irrigation channels diverted from the River Printse. The suggested route follows the course of two of these man-made channels and also links two village chapels. An easy, shaded and refreshing route for a hot day.
Nendaz - Veysonnaz
Visorando Member 
8.84 mi
+1,781 ft
-1,870 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Nendaz (Valais)
Two bisses are on the agenda for this third day. Very quickly in Nendaz, you will reach the "Bisse Vieux" against the current, then after Planchouet, you will stroll along the magnificent "Grand Bisse de Vex". Opposite, the Rhône valley is often visible, and you will clearly see the Derborance and Sanetsch valleys, Mont Gond, the Wildhorn and its glacier.
La Tzoumaz - Nendaz
Visorando Member 
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.
Veysonnaz - Vernamiège
Visorando Member 
13.83 mi
+3,550 ft
-3,753 ft
9h 25
Difficult
Departure from Veysonnaz (Valais)
The fourth day is a long stage, using a variation on the "Chemin des Bisses" trail from La Luette.
This interesting alternative in hot weather allows you to reach Vernamiège via a new trail created in 2015, "La Luette-Ossona-Les Prixes", via the Grande Combe footbridge. The elevation gain is less than on the traditional route. You will follow the large Bisse de Vex to the Mayens de Sion. You will pass through two typical villages in the Val d'Hérens: Hérémence and Euseigne.
The Farinet Footbridge
Visorando Member 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.
Prafleuri hut - La Sage lodge
Visorando Member 
12.28 mi
+4,327 ft
-7,536 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Hérémence (Valais)
Today's stage is unusual: it starts with a descent before a long climb, a second descent and a chairlift transfer, followed by a flat walk and a bus ride to the lodge.
Cabane de Prafleuri - Cabane des Dix
Visorando Member 
6.98 mi
+2,710 ft
-1,870 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Hérémence (Valais)
This seventh stage takes place in high mountains and, depending on the season, may involve crossing snowfields.From the Prafleuri hut, head towards the Col des Roux, then descend to Lac des Dix. Walk along the lake to the south-eastern end, where you will find signs for the Cabane des Dix. The path follows the glacier moraine and then goes around Tête Noire to reach the Cabane des Dix. Views of Mont Blanc de Cheilon, La Ruinette and Pigne d'Arolla.
Louvie Hut - Prafleuri Hut
Visorando Member 
6.32 mi
+3,501 ft
-2,103 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bagnes (Valais)
The second stage of the route involves crossing two passes, the Louvie and the Prafleuri, both of which were snow-covered.
Louvie Hut - Prafleuri Hut
Visorando Member 
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.
Fionay - Cabane de Louvie
Visorando Member 
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
Visorando Member 
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.
Vernamiège - Vercorin
Visorando Member 
11.74 mi
+3,314 ft
-3,284 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Vernamiège (Valais)
This fifth day will take you to the charming village of Vercorin. You will once again overlook the Rhône Valley as you pass through Nax, a pretty winter sports resort. Then you will gradually enter the deep valley of Réchy. You will admire the La Rèche torrent at the bottom of the valley, then begin the pleasant and peaceful route along the Bisse de Vercorin. In Vercorin, you can marvel at the many mazots (traditional houses) built on stilts.
Brunet Hut - Louvie Hut
Visorando Member 
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.
Brunet Hut - Panossière Hut
Visorando Member 
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.
Six Blanc mountain, Mont Brûlé and Col de Mille
Visorando Member 
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.
Walk in Savièse
Visorando Member 3.67 mi
+502 ft
-502 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Savièse (Valais)
An easy walk in the hills above Savièse, combining bisses and fields.
Panossière Hut - Chanrion Hut
Visorando Member 
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.
Cabane de Mille - Cabane Brunet
Visorando Member 
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.
Cabane de Mille - FXB Panossière hut
Visorando Member 
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 des Dix - Arolla
Visorando Member 
6.72 mi
+974 ft
-3,934 ft
3h 55
Difficult
Departure from Hérémence (Valais)
This eighth stage takes place in high mountains and, depending on the season, may involve crossing snowfields. From the Cabane des Dix, return to the Pas de Chèvres / Col de Riedmaten junction. Return to the Pas de Chèvres after a long passage through scree and large boulders. Ladders provide access to the Pas des Chèvres. The descent to Arolla follows a good path. Views of Mont Collon and Pigne d'Arolla.Pas de Chèvres or Col de Riedmaten? See the "Practical information" section.
Arolla - La Sage
Visorando Member 
6.76 mi
+1,644 ft
-2,762 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Evolène (Valais)
This ninth stage is more relaxing than the previous ones. Many hikers skip this section by taking a bus transfer from Arolla to La Sage or Villa. Although short and easy, this stage really has its place in the route. The trail passes by Lac Bleu and crosses the beautiful hamlet of La Gouille, typical of the Val d'Hérens, then the villages of Les Haudères and La Sage. From La Gouille to Les Haudères, the trail follows the "La Borgne d'Arolla" torrent. In the centre of Les Haudères, a sign indicates the path that climbs up to the village of La Sage.
Arolla - Prarayer Refuge
Visorando Member 
10.43 mi
+3,970 ft
-3,871 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Evolène (Valais)
Today's high mountain stage requires the use of crampons to cross the Arolla glacier. This long stage requires an early start.
Liddes - Cabane Brunet
Visorando Member 
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.
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.
Plan Monnay
Visorando Member 
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.