We highly recommend for anyone with tired legs! Stage 10 also brings the alternative option for those who wish to spend a night at the Hotel Weisshorn or Cabane Bella Tola. You can also continue on further if you wish to stay at the lovely Cabane Bella Tola. The descent from the top of the Augstbordpass will bring incredible views of the Alps beyond.
Niklaus to rest tired legs. Niklaus to the town of Gasenried, just up the hill. If you have trouble finding accommodation in Gasenried, head a bit further to the village of Grachen. It has several exposed sections, but also is an incredible way to finish your trek!
Enjoy a final descent before celebrating an incredible achievement in Zermatt! From St. Niklaus, walkers will follow a lovely valley path that travels through the villages of Randa and Tasch en route to Zermatt. This option can also be completed in a single stage, making for a great option for those short on time. You may wake up to heavy rain in the valley, see snow on the mountain tops, and be hiking in the sun by the end of the day! However, generally speaking, the weather during the hiking season is quite enjoyable.
You can expect warm, sunny days, cool evenings, and relatively little rain. However, you also need to be prepared for very hot temperatures, very cold temperatures, rain, and storms and you could even see all of these in the same day! Getting caught high up in the mountains during a storm or without the right gear is extremely dangerous, but you can greatly minimize your risk by taking a few important precautions:.
The villages and towns along the route have a wide variety of hotels, gites, auberges. These will suit almost any taste from more luxurious hotels to simple bunk rooms catering to the budget traveler. For those unfamiliar with trekking in the Alps, these mountain huts will be a highlight of your trip. Most of the valleys and villages along the route have fully serviced campgrounds, making an easy option for those carrying a tent. There will be a few stops that require a slight detour Le Chable, for example , but local transportation makes for an easy adjustment here.
Wild camping along the Haute Route is complicated and discouraged and often illegal. The trail passes through two countries and several local municipalities, each with their own specific rules and regulations. Generally speaking, wild camping may be allowed in France at high altitudes between sunset and sunrise, but it is strictly forbidden in Switzerland. This website has helpful information on the specific legal codes for each country.
If you choose to wild camp outside of sanctioned areas, set up after dusk, pack up at dawn, and utilize leave no trace practices. The trail passes through many towns and villages along the way, making resupply easy. At the top our efforts are rewarded by fantastic views of the Matterhorn. Now we have the final and very long descent to Zermatt beginning on the famous Stockji and Zmutt glaciers and then leading down through traditional hamlets to Zermatt itself.
The descent takes us right below the Matterhorn pyramid and is a sight to behold. Guides tip: Take the last day seriously. Be up early and be well organised with your kit. You will need all the skills and a good performance for the last day of the Haute Route. The International Ski Instructors Association is the world body for professional ski instructors.
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Day by Day.. Day 1: Grands Montets to the Argentiere hut In the morning, we start the tour with a warm-up at the Grands Montets ski area. Day 3: Trient Hut to Prafleuri hut: Today we leave the Mont Blanc massif behind and enjoy a long descent down a remote valley which connects us with the Swiss Valais.
Day 4: Prafleuri hut to Dix hut After several days on the Haute Route, we feel well acclimatised and naturally stronger. This day takes us to the Dix hut below the imposing north wall of Mont Blanc de Cheilon From the Plafleuri we ascend to the relatively easy col des Roux. For those who feel destroyed, part of the descent can be done by cable car. In Zinal, the restaurant Tzoucdanaz has a campground, showers and bathrooms.
It costs 25 francs for 2 people. We started our day with a light but continuous climb that took us to the pass of La Forcletta. I have to admit that the last part became quite tiring. Then we kept on the path down to Gruben, which is a tiny town located in a fairly isolated valley. There is no campsite, and the only accommodation is the big hotel, which has an old but cozy atmosphere.
Half-board costs 63 francs per person in the dormitory. This was the day when we had to cheat a bit. We decided to change our route and complete two stages in one day.
Thus, we would arrive in Zermatt one day before the storm. We left Gruben and climbed to the Augstbord pass. After a long descent amongst large stones, we reached Jungen, then took the cable car to St.
Next, we took the train to Randa and, finally, walked for 2 hours up to the Europahutte. The price of the hut is 70 francs per person, half-board. Our last day on the route. We left the Europahutte and crossed the new suspension bridge…which, by the way, is impressive! As we approached Zermatt, the sky cleared a little, and we were able to see the Matterhorn among the clouds.
Finally, we descended to Zermatt, thus ending this intense and spectacular alpine route. No cars or buses are allowed to drive in the village, so the only way to get to and from Zermatt is by train. Take a look at the website of the train company so you can check connections and timetables.
You can also take the train to Milan and other European destinations. Camping le Peuty, Trient Tent 3 francs, 1 adult 4 francs. Located at the entrance of Trient There are public toilets, but no showers.
Trient has several hotels and hostels. In La Forclaz, there is only the Hotel de la Forclaz. You can stay in the private rooms or you can camp in the designated area. Trient has several restaurants and shops. La Forclaz has a couple of shops that sell fruit, chocolate, cheese, etc. There is a restaurant, a bar and Internet. There is a restaurant. The water in the shelter is not potable. However, there is a fountain outside, about 10 meters away. A hot-water shower is 5 francs. Great restaurant.
There is no Wi-Fi. The water is not drinkable or so they say and there is no fountain nearby. I recommend that you bring a good filtered bottle. Bed and breakfast: 45 francs. Camping Zermatt 16 francs per person, including tent. A variety of hotels are available, from backpacker hostels to luxury hotels. The following youth hostel is the cheapest option:. Zermatt is a very popular destination in Switzerland. Some other links in this post are affiliate links too.
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This blog is a great source of information! Thanks for writing. I have a question about the Europaweg section- did you see any potential areas suitable for wild camping on the sections of Europaweg that you completed? Hi Steph, how are you?
Kelly my husband and I are planning to hike this in August We plan to tent camp and would appreciate you sharing any additional information you might discover on your adventure. Thanks for considering forwarding any additional tips that might be helpful.
Can I ask what litre bag you took? I have an Osprey 65, and worry it may be too big? What was the weight you took round with you? Hi Sally, the Osprey 65 should be good. I brought a 60 liter backpack, and I could have used some extra space.
I mean, you need to bring a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, stove, food, etc. Yeahh… I think 65 is good. Thanks so much for your reply! Did you book your campsites in advance, or is it fine to turn up unannounced? Hi Kath, how are you? Have fun! How hot was it in August when you went? My only concern is the heat not the cold. Maybe some camping but not sure we want lug our tent and all that gear.
Hi, amazing post!! You really inspired my and I will be doing this route this summer. You talk about booking the huts in advance but what about campgrounds? Is it necessary to book them in advance? Hi Adrian. Your posts will serve as reference for my trip this summer!
I just wanted to double check, I have previous experience hiking in some mexican vulcanoes. Although that was more than 5 years ago, and the terrain conditions were not that technical as here. So I would say my level of experience is low, although I have a strong cardiovascular condition. Would you find issues on this matter? Said this, I am thinking to do Zermatt-Zinal roughly 4 days on my own with a tent this mid-July. I saw that from Zermatt to Europa-hut, the path is relatively hard but with no potential dangers, is that correct?
And as recently the Europaweg trail was partly closed I was thinking to switch to the St Nikolai from the west side of the trail. Airport Transfers - Book and Pay Now! Your payment goes directly to your chosen transfer company and your contract is with them. Journey Type One way.
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