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Eastern Walker's Haute Route - Including accommodation before and after
Duration: 7 days
Trails: T3 trails
Distance: More than 20 km / 12 mi per day
Ascent per day: More than 1000 m / 3281 ft ascent per day
> Start in La Sage and complete the Eastern Part of the Walkers Haute Route
> Spend the nights in Mountain Huts and local Hotels
> Accommodation in La Sage and Zermatt before and after the trek included
The Walkers Haute Route connects two of the most well-known mountain towns in the Alps - Chamonix, France, and Zermatt, Switzerland. Typically starting from Mont Blanc and finishing at Matterhorn, it crosses 11 mountain passes, covering about 200 kilometers - offering a multitude of variations and route options.
Our 8-day package leads you through the eastern half of the Walkers Haute Route, starting in La Sage and ending in Zermatt, Switzerland. This is basically the same package as this 6-day itinerary but with a hotel in La Sage and in Zermatt. Along the way, you will spend the nights in Swiss mountain huts and local Hotels. During this 6-day adventure, you'll enjoy stunning mountain views, snow-capped peaks, and walk through small picturesque mountain villages. You don't have to worry about the logistics of booking the huts. We'll take care of that for you, so all you have to do is enjoy this unforgettable adventure.
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1
Arrival in La Sage
Welcome to Switzerland! Today you will arrive in La Sage and be expected in a pleasant Hotel in the city. Your overnight stay includes breakfast.
Hotel de la Sage (La Sage)
Day
2
La Sage to Zinal
Duration: 08:20 h
Distance: 21.9 km / 13.6 mi
Ascent: 1780 m / 5840 ft
Descent: 1780 m / 5840 ft
Stage eight involves a lot of climbing, as you can tell by the elevation change. You'll leave La Sage and begin the hard ascent a little over 4 kilometers northwest of the Col du Tsaté, which will lead you into the breathtaking Val de Moiry. After descending into the valley, you'll reach Cabane Barrage de Moiry over a steep and rather exposed portion. When you continue, you reach the Col de Sorebois and will be rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding Alps. The descent then passes through a ski area (with the option of taking the cable car down*) before reaching Zinal, a ski resort town.
Hôtel Le Besso (Zinal)
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3
Zinal to Gruben
Duration: 07:40 h
Distance: 22 km / 13.7 mi
Ascent: 1330 m / 4364 ft
Descent: 1170 m / 3839 ft
On stage 10 of the Walker's Haute Route, you'll cross the 'Rosti Line,' Switzerland's unofficial border between French and German-speaking districts. The trip is hard, but nothing compared to some of the more difficult stages you've already completed. The Forcletta pass is the day's high point, and from there you'll descend into the peaceful village of Gruben. Stage 10 also includes the option of spending the night at the Hotel Weisshorn or Cabane Bella Tola. This adds a day to your Walker's Haute Route schedule, but many folks find it worthwhile. Instead of crossing the Forcletta, you'll continue along the mountain shoulder before arriving at the Hotel Weisshorn. You can also go on if you want to stay at the gorgeous Cabane Bella Tola. Those who choose this path will cross the Meidpass the next day (Stage 11) before resuming the main Walker's Haute Route in Gruben.
Hotel Schwarzhorn (Gruben)
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