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16. Val-d'Illiez - Champoussin

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- From 16/10/2025 to 31/10/2026

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16. Val-d'Illiez - Champoussin
16. Val-d'Illiez - Champoussin
16. Val-d'Illiez - Champoussin
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Description

This magnificent mid-altitude trail traverses beautiful forests with breathtaking views of the Illiez Valley and the Dents du Midi mountain range.

Starting point: Val-d'Illiez village square.

Immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of this charming mountain village as you begin your walk among the historic mazots (to the left of the Raiffeisen bank). Follow the Route de la Carrière towards Champoussin and let the scenery captivate you.



An immersion in nature and history

Along the way, you’ll walk along a picturesque path through an enchanting forest, bordered by beautiful dry-stone walls dating back to the early 20th century. Take a moment to stop at the oratory dedicated to Saint Thérèse, a perfect spot for quiet reflection.



Continue your ascent along the Route de Délifrette for approximately 300 meters.



Choose your itinerary:


  • Towards the Chaux chairlift:

    Follow the snowshoe trail no. 2, which will take you to the Chaux chairlift in about one hour.


  • Along the hillside:

    Turn left to explore an enchanting path through the forest. At the intersection, turn right to ascend and join snowshoe trail no. 1, leading to the Frâchette shelter (+1h).



Return to the village:

To conclude this beautiful outing, head back down to Val-d'Illiez. Pass by the charming Lisas Chapel, cross the Route des Crosets twice, and follow a scenic path that will guide you back to the heart of the village.



Summary of steps:

Start at Val-d'Illiez → Route de la Carrière → Saint Thérèse Oratory → Route de Délifrette → Choose your path (Chaux or Frâchette) → Return via Lisas Chapel.

Technical Information

Snowshoeing
Difficulty
Not specified
Duration
2h
Dist.
5.9 km
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Starting point

Chemin de la Carrière , CH - 1873   Val-d'Illiez
Lat : 46.204641Lng : 6.89201

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Tips

A section in the Mérennes forest is closed. Please follow the detour on the map you can download under Multimedia.

Updated by

Région Dents du Midi SA - 24/06/2024
www.regiondentsdumidi.ch
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Contact

Phone : +41 24 479 05 50

Email : valdilliez@rddm.ch

Website : www.regiondentsdumidi.ch/fr/region/valdilliez

Type of land

Non-groomed itinerary

Data author

Place du Village 5 1873 Val-d'Illiez Suisse

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