Haute Route
The Haute Route is a spectacular and demanding summer hike: a strenuous high-level traverse in the French and Swiss Alps, walking from Chamonix (France) to Zermatt (Switzerland) in 10 -12 days (varies with group abilities).
The route traverses below the summits of 10 out of the 12 of the highest peaks in the Alps, and crosses several high passes. The highest pass is at 2964 m (9,800 ft). This is a world of glaciers and towering, snow-capped peaks. The Haute Route also meanders through green alpine valleys with flower-covered meadows and picture-book villages. This is a trek of contrasts. The route passes through the center of both the French and Swiss Alps: two distinct cultural regions with different languages and architecture.
Location
Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland
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Options
Hiking, Sightseeing, Adventure.
Dates
mid-June to mid-July
This dramatic and often remote hiking tour sees surprisingly little traffic, and you will enjoy the most spectacular views of the western hemisphere from quiet footpaths between Chamonix and Zermatt. Because luggage transfers between countries are expensive and inconvenient, hikers should be prepared to carry up to three days’ changes of clothing at a time.
- Learn about the trek:
- Haute Route Info
- Chamonix Wiki Article
- Zermatt Wiki Article
Chamonix
Zermatt
Media
Martigny, in the Rhone Valley, from Alp Bovine
A great view to end a great hike
Near Verbier
The ski town of Le Tour from the trail – Petit Balcon Nord
Mont Blanc and the Chamonix Valley
The route follows the map markers
HOW TO GET STARTED
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