Chemin du Vallon de Réchy
Overview
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Distance 15 km
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Duration 4 h 45 min
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Ascent 720 m
Intro
Hiking into the wild, untouched Vallon de Réchy, past extended low moors with rare plants. The trail describes a loop to the Le Louché mountain lake where wildlife is often spotted. Start and destination is the Crêt-du-Midi mountain, easy to reach by gondola offering magnificent views.
Description
Hidden between Val d'Hérens and Val d'Anniviers is another unspoiled valley called Vallon de Réchy. The thinly populated valley is one of the last without traffic and roads in the Valais region. But the natural streams, mountain lakes, extended low moorlands and unusual plants make it a worthwhile hiking destination. The three elevations of the valley - each with its own appeal - can be explored on this tour.
The starting point of the hike is the Crêt-du-Midi mountain ridge, just above the edge of the forest. To get there, take the gondola from Vercorin. An absolute must-see is the panoramic view across the Rhone Valley in the direction of the Bernese and Valais Alp, far into Val d'Anniviers and to Bella Tola on the other side. The trail leads downhill along the valley’s eastern slope with unending views of forests, meadows and clearings along the way. The first passage ends with a natural plateau called Le Pichioc, where the water of the La Rèche mountain stream tumbles over a glistening waterfall.
The moor landscape Ar du Tsan forms the middle valley where a serpentine river meanders through the large, swampy basin. Especially the upper part of the valley is home to many rare species of plants. The turning point of the tour is the mountain lake of Le Louché all the way back in the valley, a tranquil and relaxing spot. With a little luck, you may be able to observe some of the wildlife that peacefully lives here. The area is surrounded by mountains: Becs de Bosson, the rocky peak of La Maya and Roc d'Orzival. The route continues downhill through the valley’s east side, ultimately reaching the Crêt-du-Midi on the same path.
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 |
Vercorin, Crêt du Midi
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| Destination |
Vercorin, Crêt du Midi
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| Ascent |
720 m
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| Descent |
720 m
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| Distance |
15 km
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| Duration |
4 h 45 min
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| Duration back |
4 h 45 min
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| Technical requirements |
Medium
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| Physical requirements |
Medium
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| Theme |
With panoramic view
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| Signalization |
Signalisation in both directions
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