Piste Villars–Col de la Croix
Overview
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Distance 14 km
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Ascent 420 m
Intro
This cross-country skiing trail overlooking Villars will take you along the Gryonne river to the top of the Col de la Croix. From this high point, you continue along the Gryon sector via La Place or head down towards Les Frasses via Le Luissalet.
Description
Overlooking Villars, in the heart of the Vaud Alps, Roches-Grises will be the starting point of your tour. Throughout the climb, you’ll alternate between forests and winter landscapes on the road climbing up the Col de la Croix to Les Diablerets.
The trail will take you through various wild areas, finally arriving at the high point of the Col de la Croix, at 1,776m. If you want to prolong the delights of skiing, try the Coufin trail and its various alternatives which will take you to Gryon, amongst other places.
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
| Start location |
Villars-sur-Ollon
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| Destination |
Villars-sur-Ollon
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| Ascent |
420 m
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| Descent |
420 m
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| Distance |
14 km
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| Physical requirements |
Difficult
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| Signalization |
Signalisation in both directions
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Office du Tourisme de Villars
Avenue Centrale 140
1884
Villars-sur-Ollon
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