Tour des Combins - stage 5 - MAUVOISIN – CABANE CHANRION - MAUVOISIN
MODERATE (2.1/10)From Mauvoisin
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Tour des Combins - stage 5 - MAUVOISIN – CABANE CHANRION - MAUVOISIN is a 10.0 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 1,123m of ascent and 507m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,834m to 2,606m. Allow approximately 4h 17m for the full route.
About 63% 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 2,480 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.6 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2607m. Best June–October; snow possible into June.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Segment Breakdown
Auto-analyzed from the elevation profile. Each segment shows the dominant character for planning your effort.
| Segment | Dist | ↑ / ↓ | Time | Character |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mauvoisin → km 3.3 (2169m) 1,834–2,169m | 3.3 km | +580m / -246m | 1h 45m | 🔺 Steep Climb |
km 3.3 (2169m) → km 6.6 (2523m) 2,169–2,523m | 3.3 km | +360m / -5m | 1h 15m | 🔺 Steep Climb |
km 6.6 (2523m) → km 10.0 (2450m) 2,450–2,606m | 3.4 km | +124m / -197m | 59 min | 📉 Descending |
| Total | 10.0 km | +1,123m / -507m | 3h 59m |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 78% 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 10.0 km, 1123m ascent, max altitude 2606.9m, ~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. 2480 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2606.9m — wind chill
- 🆘 Emergency space blanketCritical if injured at altitude
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧤 Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- 🔦 Headlamp4h route — plan for delays
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles43% steep terrain, 1123m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Mauvoisin to the finish (10.0 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Aiguille de Bocheresse km 0.6 · 2.7 km off trail
- La Ruinette km 5.2 · 2.9 km off trail
- Tournelon Blanc km 4.7 · 3.4 km off trail
- Mont Durand km 10 · 3.7 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Pierre-à-Vire km 0.6 · 719m off trail
- Tsantons de Madzeria 747m off trail
- Madzeria 896m off trail
- Lui du Veya 948m off trail
- La Tseumette km 0.1 · 1.3 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Regional Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Mauvoisin
- Start Coordinates
- 46.00250, 7.34305
- OpenStreetMap
- View on OSM →
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