Snowshoeing

1. Chandolin: Chandolin Alp Route

Chandolin

3/10°

No. 1 - This route, accessible to all, offers a true refreshment thanks to its itinerary winding mainly through the forest and the Chandolin alp.

Difficulty

Easy

Length

4.69 km

Duration

1:55 h

Description

This loop immerses you in the forest located above Chandolin. Start this route by climbing the ski slope before turning off and going into the Chandolin forest. This gentle path leads you into a peaceful landscape, to the hamlet of "Pramarin." The path climbs winding through chalets to a trail branching off to the right taking you to the Illhorn ski slope. From this point, a magnificent panorama of the mountains at the bottom of the valley opens up to you. Below, you can see the Illhorn hut. Don’t hesitate to stop there for a well-deserved break to refresh yourself on its panoramic terrace. Resume the route by climbing the slope and continue your way to the Chandolin alp. The path then continues on a forest road to the junction with the ski slope, which brings you back to the village.

Turn-by-turn directions

From the bus stop, go back along the road up to the height of the tourist office. Take the road that goes up on the right and climb along the edge of the Illhorn ski slope. After a fairly athletic climb, turn left onto the famous Sierre-Zinal trail. This trail leads you through a peaceful landscape, through the forest, to the hamlet of "Pramarin." After a short climb across fields, follow the upper path that turns back to the right. Cross the ski slope and descend along the edge of the slope to the Illhorn hut for a well-deserved break. Climb back up the slope and continue towards St-Luc up to the Chandolin alp. From there, go down to Chandolin following the forest road up to the junction with the ski slope. Descend along the edge of the slope to the village.

Start

Chandolin (1975m)

Destination

Chandolin (1975m)

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Author's recommendation

Plan a well-deserved break on the beautiful terrace of the Illhorn hut. The view over the valley and multiple 4000-meter peaks is splendid.

Technical information

Altitude

2174m

1976m

Ascent

+199m

Descent

-199m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Tags

  • Scenic
  • Round trip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Forest roads
  • Forest
Getting there
Information

Public transport

With the PostBus line, you can easily reach Chandolin from Sierre. The hike starts at the terminus, at the "Poste" bus stop.

Approach

Take the A9 motorway towards Sierre, exit Sierre-east, direction Val d'Anniviers. At Vissoie, follow the sign "St-Luc/Chandolin."

Parking

Many public parking spaces are available in the village center.

Equipment

We recommend:

  • Good waterproof shoes
  • Snowshoes
  • Walking sticks
  • Clothing suitable for the weather and cold: always have a waterproof jacket
  • Hat or cap
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle, picnic
  • Camera
  • Printed version of the itinerary (click on "print" to download)

Safety information

Using the routes and information on this website is the responsibility of each hiker. Conditions on site may cause route changes. Valais/Wallis Promotion declines all responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the website information.

  • Bring a map. Download the complete description of the route with a large-scale map by clicking on the "print" icon at the top right of the page.
  • Use only marked paths and observe all signposts – for your safety, for the protection of livestock, and to avoid disturbing wild animals.
  • Be respectful of other users as well as plants and animals. Do not litter in nature.
  • Take particular care to protect yourself from the sun at altitude. UV rays can be very strong, even on cloudy days.
  • Plan your hike carefully: consider the physical level of each participant, weather forecasts, and the season.
  • Weather conditions can change quickly and unexpectedly in the mountains. It is essential to have appropriate clothing as well as sufficient food and water reserves. In case of uncertain weather, turn back in time.
  • Do not venture onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
  • Take note of the constant danger warning signs, especially avalanche danger.

Literature

Maps and information: The Chandolin tourist office provides plans for hiking in the region.

Maps

SwissTopoMaps 1:50000 : 273S Montana

Source

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