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Below the Moine, Col de Séron and summit of La Chaux from Lake Rétaud
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
The Lake Lioson circular walk starting from Les Mosses
5.81 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,663 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ormont-Dessous (Vaud)
This walk takes you to discover Lake Lioson. The route starts from the public car park at Les Mosses. Magnificent views of the Vaud Alps. Along the way, you can also buy farm produce.
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.
Bovonne Circular
6.00 mi
+2,274 ft
-2,267 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bex (Vaud)
The start is steep and difficult for over 3 km. After that, it’s easy and the view from the top is stunning. Bovonne Farm is no longer of any interest in itself – the refreshment bar and warm welcome are a thing of the past. However, you can still buy cheese there (make sure you have Swiss francs in cash).
From Les Fracherets to La Barboleuse by road
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.
Famelon Tower from Le Sépey
9.54 mi
+3,812 ft
-3,809 ft
7h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Ormont-Dessous (Vaud)
The Famelon Tower is the little sister of the more majestic towers of Aï and Mayen. Although about 200 m lower than its neighbours, it is nonetheless a beautiful, wilder summit, offering a lovely 360° panorama of the Vaud Pre-Alps, the Diablerets massif, the Dents du Midi and the Mont Blanc massif. Much of the route follows paths and small alpine roads, but the upper section of the route takes you along steep paths that should not be underestimated.
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. The scenery along this route is very varied. You’ll discover the Tours d’Aï, Mayen and Famelon. From the Col de la Pierre du Moëllé, you’ll enjoy a view of Lake Hongrin.Along the route, there are numerous vantage points offering views of 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.
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.
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.
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.
Savièse Bisse or Bisse du Torrent Neuf
5.46 mi
+2,933 ft
-2,920 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Savièse (Valais)
A very well-signposted ‘tourist’ route with informative and historical signs explaining the historical role and construction methods of the bisses – these irrigation channels that carried water to the farmland. No difficulties for those with a head for heights, but even though the route is well-maintained and safe, the drop below is sometimes very noticeable and there are several footbridges that may be daunting.
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