Promenade de la Dranse
MODERATE (2.5/10)Cotterg β Champsec
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Promenade de la Dranse is a 17.1 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Cotterg to Champsec. The route covers 455m of ascent and 483m of descent, with elevations ranging from 797m to 950m. Allow approximately 5h 16m for the full route.
With 95% of the route below 15% gradient, strong trail runners can maintain a good rhythm for much of the distance. The steepest pitches reach 28% gradient.
Budget roughly 2,552 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.2 L of water. No confirmed water sources along the route β carry all the water you need.
Low-altitude route (max 950m). Hikeable most of the year.
Elevation Profile
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Segment Breakdown
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| Segment | Dist | β / β | Time | Character |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cotterg β km 5.6 (868m) 860β941m | 5.6 km | +131m / -189m | 1h 26m | π Descending |
km 5.6 (868m) β km 11.3 (890m) 800β949m | 5.6 km | +178m / -155m | 1h 30m | π Highly Runnable |
km 11.3 (890m) β Champsec 859β915m | 5.8 km | +102m / -94m | 1h 22m | π Highly Runnable |
| Total | 17.1 km | +455m / -483m | 4h 19m |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
π Mostly runnable with gentle terrain. Great for fast trail running.
Sun Exposure
π² Mostly shaded route. Good tree cover at lower elevations. Less sun exposure risk, but still carry sun protection for any exposed ridge sections.
Current Conditions
Conditions for July
β Snow unlikely at this elevation in July. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
Snow Conditions
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Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 17.1 km, 455m ascent, max altitude 950.5m, ~5h duration.
- π Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- π± Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- π§ 3L hydration vestNo water sources on route
- π« Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 2552 kcal burn
- 𧴠SunscreenBasic sun protection
- π§₯ Light rain jacketWeather changes fast in the mountains
- π©Ή Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- π§ Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in December, January, February
- 𦡠GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Cotterg to Champsec (17.1 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
π Nearby Places
- Les Frolliets km 10.4 Β· 1.9 km off trail
- Le Mont-Brun km 11.8 Β· 2.0 km off trail
- Plan des Quilles km 10.4 Β· 2.0 km off trail
- Les Tsalets km 11.8 Β· 2.1 km off trail
- Pierre des Matze km 11.8 Β· 2.1 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Cotterg
- End
- Champsec
- Start Coordinates
- 46.08783, 7.20669
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