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Places of interest: Lake Retaud and the splendid Diablerets massif reflected in it; the view down to Feutersoey and Lake Arnon from the foot of La Palette; Chalet Vieux and its Etivaz cheese.

Description

The hike starts at Col du Pillon, which connects Les Diablerets and Gsteig, and leads you towards the pastures around Lake Retaud which offers breathtaking views of the Diablerets Massif. The lake lies in a depression, surrounded by Alpine meadows and pine trees. The tour then continues opposite the Tours Aï and Mayen and leads you to Chalet la Marnèche. Enjoy the panoramic views over the Ormonts valley and its mountain ranges.

Sounds of cow bells and bleating sheep accompany you on your way along rhododendrons towards Isenau Chalet, a superbly located large Alpine chalet which is decorated with all kinds of bells. Chalet Isenau is one of the selected sites where Etivaz AOC (Appellation of Controlled Origin) is made. The chalet pub proposes products made in the Alps as well as terroir products. After going up to Col des Andérets, you will turn right in the direction of the summit of La Palette. Your eyes will instantly be drawn towards a blue spot formed by Lake Arnon nestling in a dark green forest. Feutersoey, Pays de Gessenay and the Bernese Oberland are located beyond this point.

The red roof of Chalet Vieux below stands out from the surrounding green pastures. In the north a path leads towards Lake Arnon. The initially rather steep descent with high steps carved into the ground turns into a beautiful hill path among flowers and butterflies leading towards Retaud and the point of departure.

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
Col du Pillon
Destination
Col du Pillon
Direction
Round trip
Ascent
560 m
Descent
560 m
Distance
9 km
Duration
3 h 10 min
Duration back
3 h 10 min
Technical requirements
Medium
Physical requirements
Medium
Theme
With panoramic view
Signalization
Signalisation in both directions
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Quick Facts

Route number

No. 109

Distance

9 km

Duration

3 h 10 min

Ascent

560 m

Travel information: Les Diablerets

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