The trip

LEVEL **

Elevation gain: +/- 400 to 700 m on average per day.
Walking time: 3 to 5 hours per day.
Type of hike: mountain route with no particular technical difficulty, accessible to most people.
Staying in the same hotel throughout the week allows you to rest for a day if needed.

This trip requires good overall fitness. Your physical preparation will make your trip easier and allow you to enjoy it even more. To prepare, we recommend regular walking, jogging, cycling, or another sport. You can consult the different levels of hiking here.

The roadbook provides sufficient information on the itinerary of your hike. However, it is essential to be able to read an 1:50,000 map and to be sufficiently autonomous in the mountains to be able to tackle the itinerary with confidence, whatever the weather (fog, snow, etc.). Guiding is not included in the self-guided package.
You will be crossing areas with no telephone network. For your own safety, you may wish to bring along a radio or the latest generation telephone with a satellite connection.

ACCOMMODATION

3 nights in a 3-star hotel and 3 nights in a 2-star hotel, in double or twin rooms.
Single supplement available, please contact us.

The trip is based around two charming accommodations, located in the heart of the Pays d'Enhaut and the Riviera, offering two complementary atmospheres. In the Pays d'Enhaut, the medieval and pre-Alpine atmosphere invites you to enjoy a gentle and authentic lifestyle, while on the shores of Lake Geneva, the elegance of the Riviera blends with the landscapes of the lake and the Alps. These ideally located accommodations allow you to explore a variety of itineraries each day while enjoying comfort, conviviality, and a setting that is emblematic of French-speaking Switzerland.

MEALS

Breakfast is served at the hotel. For lunch, you can take advantage of local shops near your accommodation or restaurants along your itinerary. For dinner, your accommodation offers several options and there are many restaurants nearby.

MAPS

Switzerland official hiking map 3380T Lavaux
Switzerland official hiking map 3302T Château-d'Oex
Switzerland official hiking map 3317T Diablerets

Practical information

ACCESS TO DEPARTURE POINT

Departure of the trip from Gruyères.

BY TRAIN 
Getting to the starting point: regular trains from Paris to Geneva, then from Geneva to Gruyères.
Returning from the end of the trip: regular trains from Montreux to Geneva, then from Geneva to Paris.
Times given are indicative and should be verified in a train station or on CFF

End of the hike in the afternoon in Montreux.​

BY CAR
To get there, take the A40 motorway towards Geneva, then towards Lausanne (A1), then Vevey (A9) before heading towards Gruyères (E27) (please note that the sticker required for Swiss motorways must be purchased at the border and at gas stations).
For the return journey, take the A9 motorway towards Lausanne, then the A1 to Geneva.

ACCOMMODATION BEFORE AND AFTER YOUR STAY

Upon request, we can reserve a room for you before and/or after your visit.

INSURANCE

In accordance with regulations, we are insured for Professional Civil Liability. Under no circumstances can we replace your Personal Civil Liability. If you have chosen the EUROP ASSISTANCE repatriation insurance that we offer, Altitude Mont Blanc acts solely as an interface between the customer and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict terms and conditions of sale. You are responsible for complying with the procedures for reporting any claims.

Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.

CONTACT US

If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible on: +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07

Equipment & luggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Clothing

• Walking trousers
• Shorts, bikini/swimsuit
• Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
• Breathable or merino wool leggings
• Fleece or jumper
• Wind stopper or Goretex jacket
• Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Goretex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover
• Pair of gloves and a warm hat
• Sun hat or baseball cap
• Walking socks (1 pair per day)
• Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in
• Change of clothes for the evening
• A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening

Other Equipment

• Toilet bag
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
• Knife, fork and spoon
• Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches
• Plastic cup for coffee
• Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
• Survival blanket
• Head torch or hand torch
• Two adjustable walking poles (highly recommended)
• Identity card or passport

BACKPACK

Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.