Crans Montana hike

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7h
22338m
One way
+981m
-884m

Description

On the long route from Leukerbad to Crans Montana, you can expect lots of sun, a breathtaking Alpine panorama, and impressive water channels from ...

The approximately seven-hour hike from Leukerbad to Crans Montana begins with the steep ascent to the Varneralp. This is the most strenuous part, because from here it mostly goes downhill. The hiking trail passes alpine farms, which are ideal for stops to refresh yourself. Along the way, hikers can enjoy the magnificent view of the Valais Alps and admire the diverse Alpine flora. A highlight of the full-day route is the Tsittoret Suone. Suonen are historic water channels that were already mentioned in the 15th century. In Tsittoret, they channel the water of the Tièche to irrigate vineyards and meadows in surrounding communities.

Transport

From Basel and Zurich: Motorway A1 to Bern; A6 to Spiez; direction Kandersteg; car shuttle Kandersteg – Goppenstein; direction Gampel; Leuk – Leukerbad

From Geneva: Motorway A1 to Lausanne; direction Sion/Sierre; Leuk – Leukerbad

From Milan: Motorway A8/A26 towards Simplon; car shuttle Iselle-Brig; direction Leuk – Leukerbad

Route GPX track