Come on a brand new glocals hike. Recommended by a local Valaisan as one of the most beautiful hikes in Valais.

Le Tour du Grand Chavalard - here's a taster - http://www.noth.ch/h0124_e.html

A long, long hike but we’ll take in lots of beautiful flora and fauna, wildlife, the stunning turquoise of Lac de Fully, Autumn colours and magnificent views of the Grand Combin and Mont Blanc. Lots of photo opportunities!

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BASIC INFO:

Total Hiking Time: 6 hours (including picnic lunch stop)
Elevation: 663 metres up – 663 metres down
Distance: 16.5 kms
Difficulty: It’s a long hike and some parts are quite steep, so a very good level of hiking fitness is required as we hike up to an altitude of 2452 metres.

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MEETING POINT & TIME:

10h30 above Fully (VS) – To avoid last Sunday’s “mess”, more information, exact meeting point & directions will be given to those who sign up.

You will need to allow 1 ½ hours drive time from Lausanne.

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BRING:

Good Hiking Shoes are ESSENTIAL the ground may be wet or snowy
Suitable hiking clothes – check the weather and come prepared
Walking Poles recommended
Snacks, Picnic Lunch & Water
Smiles :-)

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COMING?

Sign up on the right and post below if you can offer a lift or need a lift. Please organise yourselves for car sharing.

Out of respect for your fellow Glocals, please be on time. Call me if you have queries – 079 799 9058