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Intro

From Col des Planches over meadows to Col du Lein, a wonderful spot to stop with barbecue places. Then into the forest at Boveresse and on romantic paths alongside the Bisse de Saxon (irrigation channels), at first dry, later running with water, to Tsoumaz.

Description

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Martigny (Col des Planches)
Destination
La Tzoumaz
Direction
One way
Altitude (meter above sea level)
1500 m
Ascent
680 m
Descent
380 m
Distance
13 km
Duration
4 h
Duration back
3 h 45 min
Technical requirements
Easy
Physical requirements
Medium
Season
May - October
Theme
To an alp, With panoramic view

Route

Chemin des Bisses

Martigny (Col des Planches) - Grimentz
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Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 1/7

Distance

13 km

Duration

4 h

Ascent

680 m

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