Valais walks
Plan Monnay
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8.23 km 
+506 m 
-505 m 
3h50
Moderate 
Starting point in 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.
Champex to Cabane d'Orny via the Col de la Breya.
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11.28 km
+1,521 m
-823 m
7h35
Difficult
Starting point in 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.
Le Belvedere circular walk
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7.29 km
+619 m
-613 m
3h50
Moderate
Starting point in Orsières - Valais This is a variation on the Sentier Le Belvedere walk which is described in the Pays du St-Bernard tourist booklet.
Valais day 6: Gruben - Grachen
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17.00 km
+1,711 m
-1,872 m
9h45
Difficult
Starting point in Oberems - Valais Today's stage is divided into three: from Gruben to Jungu by foot, Jungu to Saint-Niklaus by cable car and Saint-Niklaus to Grachen by coach.
Le Grammont
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12.02 km
+1,226 m
-1,219 m
6h55
Difficult
Starting point in Vouvry - Valais Passing through Tanay preserved site, and its lake, you'll climb to the summit offering a unique view point over Lac Léman and a panoramic view over the surrounding mountains.
A busy hiking trail with steep slopes but without any technical difficulty.
N.B. The calculated height difference is over estimated, it's actually closer to 1000 metres.
Tête de Chalin
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12.66 km
+1,128 m
-1,123 m
6h50
Difficult
Starting point in 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.
Tour du Cervin Day 4: Cabane Gandeg - Zermatt
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15.56 km
+214 m
-1,630 m
5h05
Moderate
Starting point in Zermatt - Valais A Tour du Cervin alternative today, visiting the north side of the colossal peak before reaching Zermatt.
Valais Day 3: Cabane de Prafleuri - Gîte de La Sage (Prafleuri Hut - La Sage Lodge)
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19.76 km
+1,315 m
-2,289 m
9h25
Very difficult
Starting point in Hérémence - Valais An unusual stage today: it starts with a downhill hike before a long climb uphill, a second descent and a ski lift ride followed by a walk over flatland and a bus ride to the lodge.
Valais Day 5: Bella Tola hut - Gruben
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10.29 km
+508 m
-1,021 m
4h25
Moderate
Starting point in Saint Luc - Valais First phase in the Saint-Luc skiing area before heading along the Tour de Cervin trail and completing the stage at Gruben.
Valais Day 2: Cabane de Louvie - Cabane de Prafleuri (Louvie Hut - Prafleuri Hut)
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10.16 km
+1,002 m
-582 m
5h45
Very difficult
Starting point in Bagnes - Valais Second stage of this hike crossing two passes, Louvie Pass and Prafleuri Pass, both snow-covered.
Valais Day 1: Fionay - Cabane de Louvie (Louvie Hut)
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3.24 km
+798 m
-62 m
3h10
Moderate
Starting point in Bagnes - Valais First stage of this trek linking Fionay village to Saas Fee. A pleasant stage reaching Louvie Hut (la Cabane de Louvie) built on the edge of Louvie Lake.
Valais Day 4: Refuge de la Sage - Cabane Bella Tola (La Sage Lodge - Bella Tola Hut)
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22.61 km
+1,453 m
-764 m
10h35
Difficult
Starting point in Evolène - Valais A long climb to Torrent Pass before reaching Moiry Lake, then Saint-Luc by bus, Tignousa by cable car and finally Bella Tola by foot.
Think about correcting the distance indicated by points (5) et (6) : you need to deduct 10 km.
7th stage of the TMB Tour du Mont Blanc
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14.13 km
+1,030 m
-1,201 m
7h00
Moderate
Starting point in Trient - Valais 7th stage of the TMB: from Forclaz pass to Montroc
6th stage of the TMB Tour du Mont Blanc
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12.47 km
+1,302 m
-1,271 m
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.
Valais Day 7: Grachen - Saas-Fee
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18.33 km
+1,568 m
-1,374 m
9h45
Difficult
Starting point in Grächen - Valais So here's the last stage of this itinarary and what a stage! A delightful climb reaching Hannigalp to find the well-known balcony trail overlooking the valley leading to Saas Fee.
16.78 km
+1,206 m
-1,167 m
8h15
Very difficult
Starting point in Evolène - Valais A high mountain stage which requires hiking boots with crampons to cross the Arolla glacier. You should get an early start for this long stage of the hike.
La Grande Jumelle
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12.90 km
+1,168 m
-1,168 m
7h00
Difficult
Starting point in Vouvry - Valais A not too busy hike up to a summit offering a vast panoramic view. A relatively challenging route with some aerial passages requesting a certain sense of itinerary at times. The beginning of the hikes passes through Tanay site and its lake.
Tour du Cervin day 9: Villa Evolène (then Arolla)
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26.12 km
+2,156 m
-1,798 m
13h35
Very difficult
Starting point in Ayer - Valais A long stage through two passes however, shortened by the cable car link in Zinal and the coach transfer between Villa Evolène and Arolla.
Warning: Taking into account the cable car transport, the positive altitude isn't 2156 m as indicated but only 1380 m.
Tour du Cervin day 8: Gruben - Saint Luc (then Zinal)
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20.57 km
+989 m
-1,138 m
8h40
Difficult
Starting point in Oberems - Valais The next stage to this mountain hike with a stop at Saint-Luc then a transfer by postbus to Zinal.
Tour du Cervin Day 7 : Saint Nicklaus - Gruben
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15.64 km
+1,860 m
-1,156 m
9h45
Very difficult
Starting point in St. Niklaus - Valais Beautiful mountain stage going through a pass by the name of Augstbordpass.
15.10 km
+856 m
-1,997 m
6h45
Difficult
Starting point in Randa - Valais A new balcony stage at the foot of high summits separating the Zermatt and Saas Fee valleys.
Tour du Cervin Jay 5: Zermatt - Europahutte
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16.78 km
+1,491 m
-822 m
9h05
Moderate
Starting point in Zermatt - Valais An easy climb reaching part of Zermatt ski slopes, extending to an uphill-downhill balcony trail leading to the famous Europahutte (Hut).
Watch out: The Himalayan footbridge just before Europahutte is currently out of service. You'll need to head down to Randa valley along the second blue marked trail on the map before heading back up to the hut (allow for 2 extra hours).
Trek from Fionay to Saas-Fee
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101.39 km
+8,355 m
-7,964 m
7 days
Very difficult
Starting point in 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.
Chemin de Bouquetins / des Bergers
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8.40 km
+118 m
-503 m
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.
Raccard du Blé
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8.09 km
+375 m
-378 m
3h25
Easy
Starting point in 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.
12.64 km
+1,567 m
-863 m
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.)
Pointe d'Orny : out and return from the La Breya ski lift.
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13.44 km
+1,180 m
-1,177 m
7h15
Difficult
Starting point in 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.
Petit and Grand Cols Ferret
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13.92 km
+927 m
-924 m
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.
Sentier du Bisse
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4.10 km
+153 m
-154 m
1h35
Easy
Starting point in 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.
Riederhorn circular walk
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12.73 km
+862 m
-854 m
6h05
Moderate
Starting point in Bitsch - Valais A circular walk from a small parking area on the road named Fure (Marked Fure on Swiss map 3324T) which is above Ried-Morel. It takes a higher path above the Massaweg towards Stausee Gibidum, climbs to the Villa Cassel and then the top of the Riederhorn. The descent is through the forest. A pleasant and interesting excursion.
Hangebrucke, Belalp, Stausee Gibidum and the Massaweg
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22.75 km
+1,983 m
-1,977 m
12h10
Difficult
Starting point in Riederalp - Valais A Circular walk from Ried Morel (alternatively Morel or Riederalp) taking in an easy descent through woodland to glaciated rock scenery and the hanging bridge over the Massa which is the water flowing from the Aletsch Glacier. Then crossing peaceful alpine pastures to make the ascent up the steps to Hotel Belalp before dropping again on paths and roads to the dam at the end of Stausee Gibidum. The final section follows the scenic Massweg trail back to Reid Morel.
Bettmerhorn and back from Ried-Morel
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18.75 km
+1,737 m
-1,736 m
10h20
Difficult
Starting point in Riederalp - Valais An out and back walk to the summit of the Bettmerhorn starting at Ried-Morel (or alternatively, Riederalp, Bettmeralp or Morel)
