Tour des Mex - N°5
Very easy
2h
5.2km
Loop
+170m
-169m
Description
Sunny walking trail in the lower village setting off from the Leysin ice rink. An ideal excursion for families offering beautiful viewpoints and taking you right by the goat farm in Leysin. Be careful not to walk on the cross-country skiing piste.
Set off from the Leysin ice rink. Follow the road that cuts through the picturesque little chalets in this hamlet.
After a steady climb of about 30 minutes the trail goes back down to the departure point through the fields. This pretty circuit walk highlights the peacefulness of the village of Leysin.
The trail goes over the cross-country ski pistes at several points : hikers are asked not to walk on the actual pistes.
Transport
Parking
- This route starts from the free car park at Place des Feuilles.
Access by public transport
- You can reach the start of the route by public transport using the free Leysin shuttle bus, getting off at the ‘CS/Patinoire’ stop on line 171.
Restaurant de la Patinoire
- The route starts next to the Restaurant de la Patinoire, where a rich and varied menu will delight all tastes.
Safety
- Caution: do not walk on the cross-country ski trail located near the route.