Sentier des Bergers
MODERATE (1.9/10)Ferret → Le Barfay
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Sentier des Bergers is a 10.2 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Ferret to Le Barfay. The route covers 741m of ascent and 681m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,727m to 2,211m. Allow approximately 4h 12m for the full route.
The route is divided into 7 segments. The toughest stretch is the 1.7 km from Clocher de la Chaux to Six Manouvray, climbing 224m (allow 43 min for this section).
About 76% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 58% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,201 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.5 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2212m. Best June–October; snow possible into June.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Ferret → Clocher des Ars | 2.3 km | +126m | -32m | 41 min | 2.3 |
⛰️ Clocher des Ars → Clocher de la Chaux | 1.4 km | +163m | -11m | 33 min | 3.7 |
⛰️ Clocher de la Chaux → Six Manouvray | 1.7 km | +224m | -10m | 43 min | 5.4 |
⛰️ Six Manouvray → La Dotse | 0.9 km | +24m | -167m | 22 min | 6.3 |
⛰️ La Dotse → La Peule | 0.6 km | +24m | -1m | 10 min | 7.0 |
🏠 La Peule → Crêtet de la Gouille | 2.5 km | +85m | -281m | 52 min | 9.5 |
⛰️ Crêtet de la Gouille → Le Barfay | 2.5 km | +94m | -178m | 48 min | 12.0 |
| Total | 10.2 km | +741m | -681m | 4h 12m | 10.2 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🧗 Challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. Expect to walk the climbs.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 30% 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
Conditions for June
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in June. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
🥾 Muddy sections likely. Waterproof boots recommended.
Snow Conditions
Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 10.2 km, 741m ascent, max altitude 2211.7m, ~4h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 3L hydration vestNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 2201 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2211.7m — wind chill
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧤 Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles35% steep terrain, 741m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
- 💰 Cash (CHF/EUR)Mountain huts often cash-only
Logistics
This route runs from Ferret to Le Barfay (10.2 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Clocher de la Chaux km 3.7 · 1.2 km off trail
🏠 Mountain Huts
- La Peule km 7 · 636m off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Létemeyre km 10 · 543m off trail
- La Léchère Dessous km 11.2 · 779m off trail
- Pramplo km 9.3 · 1.0 km off trail
- Planproz km 9.3 · 1.0 km off trail
- La Léchère Dessus km 10.1 · 1.0 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Ferret
- End
- Le Barfay
- Start Coordinates
- 45.91646, 7.10752
- OpenStreetMap
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