Tour des Alpages de Torgnon
MODERATE (2.4/10)Circular route from Plan Prorion
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Tour des Alpages de Torgnon is a 17.6 km circular moderate hiking route in Switzerland, starting and finishing at Plan Prorion. The route covers 633m of ascent and 633m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,773m to 2,121m. Allow approximately 5h 05m for the full route.
The route is divided into 2 segments. The toughest stretch is the 15.0 km from Monte Chatelard to Plan Prorion, climbing 496m.
With 88% 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 2,592 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.1 L of water.
Mid-altitude route up to 2121m. Accessible May–October.
Elevation Profile
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Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Plan Prorion → Monte Chatelard | 2.6 km | +136m | -36m | 46 min | 2.6 |
⛰️ Monte Chatelard → Plan Prorion | 15.0 km | +496m | -597m | 4h 19m | 17.6 |
| Total | 17.6 km | +633m | -633m | 5h 05m | 17.6 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🏃 Mostly runnable with gentle terrain. Great for fast trail running.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 31% 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 July
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in July. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
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Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 17.6 km, 633m ascent, max altitude 2121.2m, ~5h 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. 2592 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2121.2m — 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
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Nearby Points of Interest
📍 Nearby Places
- Golette km 0.9 · 440m off trail
- Chantorné Inferiore km 1.3 · 882m off trail
- Fontin km 16.7 · 1.3 km off trail
Route Details
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- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Plan Prorion
- End
- Plan Prorion
- Start Coordinates
- 45.80174, 7.55266
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