From Saillon to the Farinet suspension bridge

Saillon
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This easy route suitable for all hikers takes you from the village of Saillon to the Farinet suspension bridge spanning the Salentze Gorge.
Difficulty
IntermediateLength
7.86 kmDuration
2:30 hDescription
Since June 2001, the Salentze Gorge can be comfortably crossed via a 92-meter-long, extremely light, and well-integrated suspension bridge. From there, hikers enjoy a breathtaking view of the Rhone valley plain, the vineyard, as well as the slopes and peaks surrounding the valley. The famous peace dove by Hans Erni, mounted on the rock in the middle of the bridge, watches over the fearless walkers who dare to look into the abyss. The dizzying suspension bridge, 136 meters above the gorge where Farinet died, is the destination of a hike that starts in the heart of Saillon village and passes through many popular spots linked to the history of the coin forger. It is accessible via the Saillon vineyard or from the "Les Places" bus stop on the road to Ovronnaz.
Turn-by-turn directions
From Place Farinet, take the path near the playground that climbs between the vineyards. At the top of this first slope, turn left and pass a pottery workshop before entering the village through the Porte du Four. Walk up the paved alley, then through the Porte de Fully and continue uphill to the last houses of the village. 50 meters after the fountain, follow the path that leads steeply uphill. At the next crossroads, turn right and follow the yellow hiking signs. Then walk uphill through the vineyards until you reach the paved road that branches right. Go through a wooden gate and continue hiking through the forest until you reach the pedestrian bridge, which you cross while enjoying the view of the Salentze Gorge. The return trip is by the same route or on the other side via Montagnon and Produit, following the hiking signs. For this, walk on the gravel road to the hamlet of Les Places. At the height of the parking lots, a yellow sign directs you downwards.
Start
Saillon (465m)
Destination
Saillon (465m)
Author's recommendation
Stop at the Farinet vineyard and the Tête du Géant to explore these sights.
Technical information
Altitude
844m
465m
Ascent
+440m
Descent
-440m
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Best time of the year
- Jan
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Tags
Public transport
Take bus 311 from the Sion, Martigny, or Riddes train stations to the "Saillon Collombeyres" stop. Place Farinet is a two-minute walk from the stop.
At the "Leytron ancienne poste" stop, take bus 312 to Les Places if you want to shorten your hike. You then walk 15 minutes on a flat road to the pedestrian bridge.
Approach
Parking
Park your vehicle at the free Place Farinet parking lot at the foot of the village or at the Parking des Remparts in the village.
Source
This activity is brought to you by Valais/Wallis Promotion








