Trail running

Via Valais cabane des Aiguilles Rouges - cabane des Becs de Bosson (stage 3)

Cabane des Becs de Bosson

Arolla

-4/1°

25 kilometres and over 2000 metres of elevation gain make up this stage, which will immerse you in the Val d'Hérens, with its larch forests, Lac Bleu and alpine landscapes.

Difficulty

Difficult

Length

30.33 km

Duration

7:10 h
Cabane des Becs de Bosson
Dritte Etappe durch das Val d’Hérens
Lac du Louché, Val d‘Hérens

Description

Starting from the cabane des Aiguilles Rouges, the route begins with a singletrack through a rocky high mountain landscape. After a first steep descent to Lac Bleu at Arolla, the trail descends gently to Evolène. You may be tempted to spend more time among the traditional wooden buildings of the village, but from Evolène, moving on means climbing and you have 1600 metres of elevation gain left before reaching the cabane des Becs de Bosson. From Evolène, first cross pleasant small villages and larch forests. Upon reaching the Pravouarbote house, the trail makes a sharp turn to follow a dirt path to the Pas de Lovégno. One last climb leads you to the cabane des Becs de Bosson, modern and comfortable. Upon arrival at the refuge, a fireplace and local specialties await athletes whatever the weather.

Turn-by-turn directions

Starting from the cabane des Aiguilles Rouges, this stage takes place in two parts. The first is a steep descent to the village of Evolène, along which the Lac Bleu and the small village of La Giette are points of interest worth stopping to admire. From Evolène, the second section focuses on the ascent. Follow the trail that climbs towards Eison, with the slope becoming much steeper from Pravouarbote to the Pas de Lovégno. From this pass, continue your ascent with a gentler slope up to the cabane des Becs de Bosson.

Cabane des Aiguille Rouge - Lac Bleu - La Giette - Evolène - Eison - Pravouarbote - Pas de Lovégno - Cabane des Becs de Bosson

Start

Cabane des Aiguilles Rouges (2831m)

Destination

Cabane des Becs de Bosson (2982m)

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Author's recommendation

Stop at the yak farm in La Giette, near Les Haudères, to get to know these exotic animals.

Technical information

Altitude

2984m

1342m

Ascent

+2104m

Descent

-1954m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

  • Jan
  • Feb
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  • May
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  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Tags

  • Linear route
  • Multi-stage route
  • Scenic
  • Geological highlights
  • Fauna
  • Insider tip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cultural/historical interest
  • Flora
Getting there
Information

Public transport

For stage 1 of the Via Valais: Take the train to Martigny station, then to Le Châble. Access the trail start via a first cable car between Le Châble and Verbier, then a second from Verbier to Ruinettes.

Approach

For stage 1 of the Via Valais: Take the A9/E62 motorway to Martigny, then continue on the Grand-Saint-Bernard/Route 21 road via Sembrancher to Le Châble. However, it is recommended to use public transport as this is a multi-stage race ending in Zermatt.

Parking

For stage 1 of the Via Valais: A free car park with 240 spaces is available at the foot of the Le Châble ski lifts for a maximum duration of ten days.

Equipment

We recommend:

  • Good shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing: always have a waterproof jacket
  • Hat or cap
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle
  • Trail poles

Safety information

The use of routes and information on this website is the responsibility of each runner. Conditions on site may lead to route changes. Valais/Wallis Promotion declines all responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the website information.

For all trails:

  • Only use marked trail paths and observe all signs for your safety, to protect livestock and to avoid disturbing wildlife.
  • Close gates after passing through.
  • Be respectful of other users, as well as plants and animals.

For mountain trails:

  • Take special care to protect yourself from the sun at altitude. UV rays can be very strong, even on cloudy days.
  • Plan your trail carefully: consider each participant's physical level, weather forecasts and the season.
  • Mountain weather can change quickly and unexpectedly. It's essential to have appropriate clothing, as well as sufficient food and water supplies. If weather is uncertain, turn back in time.
  • Inform others about your route. If possible, avoid going alone.
  • Be aware of warning signs about constant danger in riverbeds, along waterways below dams or reservoirs: water levels can rise quickly and unexpectedly.

Additional information

Learn more about the destination:

Literature

The tourist office in Evolène can provide information on trail running in the region.

Maps

SwissTopo national maps:

1:50,000 : 5003 Mont Blanc – Grand Combin 

1:50,000 : 5006 Matterhorn – Mischabel

Source

This activity is brought to you by Valais/Wallis Promotion

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