Winter hikes
St-Luc : Planets Path Tignousa - Hôtel Weisshorn
St-Luc
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N°5 - The Planets Path in winter, a recommended hike for families of good walkers
Difficulty
IntermediateLength
10.65 kmDuration
3:15 h
Description
This path located near the ski area is punctuated by the representations of the solar system’s planets. On the way to, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the valley and its summits. The highlight of this hike is the Hotel Weisshorn, one of the pearls of the valley. Have a drink on the panoramic terrace of this historic hotel. After a well-deserved break, you will enjoy the view on the way back to the Funicular.
Turn-by-turn directions
From the village of St-Luc go by Funicular to Tignousa, where the ski resort starts. Head towards the Hotel Weisshorn on a flat groomed path. Start by walking to the François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory, located 100 metres to the right of the Funicular. Then follow the Chemin des Planètes leading to the Hotel Weisshorn for about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Start
Tignousa (2177m)
Destination
Hôtel Weisshorn (2177m)
Author's recommendation
Plan to stop at the Weisshorn Hotel and enjoy a slice of the famous blueberry pie while admiring a magnificent view.
Technical information
Altitude
2364m
2138m
Ascent
+331m
Descent
-331m
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Best time of the year
- Jan
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Getting there
Information
Public transport
You can easily reach St-Luc by Postbus from Sierre. Get off at the stop "St-Luc, Bella Tola". Cross the village to the departure station of the Funicular and go up to Tignousa.
Approach
Take the A9 motorway towards Sierre, exit at Sierre-Est, direction Val d'Anniviers. In Vissoie, follow the sign "St-Luc/Chandolin".
Parking
Several parking places are available in the village and nearby the Funicular.
Source
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