Sentier de découverte géographique

MODERATE (1.8/10)

Switzerland

Distance
9.9 km
Ascent
+716 m
Descent
-922 m
Est. Time
4h 11m
Altitude
1,916.7–2,537.7 m
Type
point-to-point
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Sentier de découverte géographique is a 9.9 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 716m of ascent and 922m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,916m to 2,537m. Allow approximately 4h 11m for the full route.

The route is divided into 5 segments. The toughest stretch is the 4.8 km from Start to Grand Muveran, climbing 502m (allow 2h 15m for this section). In contrast, the 1.7 km from Le Pacheu to Pointe de Paneirosse is much gentler.

About 68% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.

Budget roughly 2,178 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.5 L of water.

Mountain route up to 2538m. Best June–October; snow possible into June.

Elevation Profile

2,000m2,100m2,200m2,300m2,400m2,500m02 km4 km6 km8 km9.9 km2,535m1,930m
Flat (<5%) Gentle (5–10%) Moderate (10–15%) Steep (15–25%) Very steep (>25%)

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Trail Splits

Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).

SegmentDist↑ Ascent↓ DescentTimeCum. km
📍
Start → Grand Muveran
4.8 km+502m-566m2h 15m4.8
⛰️
Grand Muveran → Dent de Chamosentze
1.0 km+125m-17m25 min5.8
⛰️
Dent de Chamosentze → Le Pacheu
3.2 km+90m-119m52 min8.9
⛰️
Le Pacheu → Pointe de Paneirosse
1.7 km+0m-143m27 min10.6
⛰️
Pointe de Paneirosse → End
0.5 km+0m-77m9 min11.1
Total9.9 km+716m-922m4h 11m9.9

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Fast Hiker / Jogger
Est. Finish Time
2h 24m
Calories
1,809 kcal
Water Needed
2.1 L
Effort Distance
21.6 km
flat-equivalent
🍫 Recommended: ~45g carbs/hr (109g total) 🧂 Electrolytes: ~1206mg sodium/hr

Terrain Analysis

Runnability
68%
Runnable
% of route below 15% gradient
Climb Ratio
73 m/km
Very steep profile
↑ 716m ↓ 922m
High Point
2,537.7 m
High alpine zone
Low point: 1,916.7m — Range: 621m

Surface & Technicality

Terrain Difficulty Breakdown
Runnable Flat (34%) Easy Grade (19%) Moderate Climb (7%) Steep (22%) Very Steep / Technical (18%)

🥾 Mixed terrain: expect sustained climbs between runnable sections.

Sun Exposure

☀️ High Exposure 99% exposed · 1% shaded
Route shade profile
Forest/shaded (1%) Open terrain (2%) Above treeline (97%)
South-facing: 29% of route — mostly north-facing, less direct sun

☀️ High sun exposure. 97% of the route is above the treeline (2000m) with minimal shade. In summer, start before 7am to avoid peak UV. Carry sunscreen, a hat, and extra water.

Current Conditions

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Conditions for July

✅ In season — good conditions expected
Snow Risk
0%
Unlikely
Mud Risk
10%
Low
Ice Risk
0%
Unlikely

✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in July. Trail conditions expected to be clear.

Best months: June, July, August, September, October

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Suggested Gear List

Auto-generated based on 9.9 km, 716m ascent, max altitude 2537.7m, ~4h duration.

Essential 8 items
  • 👟
    Trail running shoes / hiking boots
    Required for any trail
  • 📱
    Phone (charged) + offline map
    Navigation & emergency contact
  • 💧
    3L hydration vest
    No water sources on route
  • 🍫
    Trail mix, bars & sandwich
    Est. 2178 kcal burn
  • 🧴
    Sunscreen SPF 50+
    UV intensifies above 2000m
  • 🧢
    Sun hat / cap
    Exposed alpine terrain
  • 🧥
    Windbreaker / shell jacket
    Summit at 2537.7m — wind chill
  • 🆘
    Emergency space blanket
    Critical if injured at altitude
Recommended 6 items
  • 🕶️
    Sunglasses (cat 3+)
    Snow & rock glare at altitude
  • 🧤
    Warm mid-layer (fleece)
    Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
  • 🔦
    Headlamp
    4h route — plan for delays
  • 🩹
    Mini first aid kit
    Blister plasters, tape, antiseptic
  • 🥢
    Trekking poles
    40% steep terrain, 716m+ ascent
  • 🧊
    Microspikes / light crampons
    Snow risk in November, December, January
Nice to have 2 items
  • 🦵
    Gaiters
    Keep snow out of boots
  • 💰
    Cash (CHF/EUR)
    Mountain huts often cash-only

Logistics

This route runs from the trailhead to the finish (9.9 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.

Start — Getting There
Trailhead
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Finish — Getting Back
Finish
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Nearby Points of Interest

⛰️ Peaks

  • Le Pacheu km 8.9 · 687m off trail
  • Dent de Chamosentze km 5.8 · 743m off trail
  • Col de La Forcla km 5.9 · 825m off trail
  • Tête aux Veillon km 6.1 · 1.0 km off trail
  • Tête à Pierre Grept km 8.5 · 1.4 km off trail

🏠 Mountain Huts

  • Cabanne de Plan Névé km 8.8 · 1.7 km off trail

📍 Nearby Places

  • Les Pouays km 2.7 · 1.9 km off trail
  • La Saille km 4.7 · 1.9 km off trail
  • Darbeline km 2.7 · 2.3 km off trail

Route Details

Network
Local Trail Network
Sport
hiking
Start Coordinates
46.24042, 7.15792
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