Tour des Lacs
MODERATE (2.6/10)Circular route from Béré
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Tour des Lacs is a 14.6 km circular moderate hiking route in Switzerland, starting and finishing at Béré. The route covers 1,092m of ascent and 1,092m of descent, with elevations ranging from 2,088m to 2,873m. Allow approximately 5h 38m for the full route.
The route is divided into 5 segments. The toughest stretch is the 4.7 km from Béré to Becca Miedzo, climbing 556m.
About 61% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. The steepest pitches reach 52% gradient.
Budget roughly 3,236 kcal of energy expenditure and 3.4 L of water.
High-alpine route reaching 2873m. Typically accessible July–September.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Béré → Becca Miedzo | 4.7 km | +556m | -48m | 1h 54m | 4.7 |
⛰️ Becca Miedzo → Mont Rogneux | 1.3 km | +271m | -1m | 42 min | 5.9 |
⛰️ Mont Rogneux → Grand Laget | 1.8 km | +111m | -161m | 41 min | 7.8 |
⛰️ Grand Laget → Pointe du Parc | 0.6 km | +63m | -12m | 14 min | 8.4 |
⛰️ Pointe du Parc → Béré | 6.2 km | +90m | -871m | 2h 06m | 14.6 |
| Total | 14.6 km | +1,092m | -1,092m | 5h 38m | 14.6 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🧗 Challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. Expect to walk the climbs.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 100% 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
🌤️ Occasional snow patches possible above 2442m. Trail should be mostly clear but carry microspikes just in case.
🥾 Muddy sections likely. Waterproof boots recommended.
Snow Conditions
Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 14.6 km, 1092m ascent, max altitude 2873.2m, ~6h 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. 3236 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2873.2m — 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
- 🔦 Headlamp6h route — plan for delays
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles38% steep terrain, 1092m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in October, November, December
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
- 💰 Cash (CHF/EUR)Mountain huts often cash-only
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Becca Miedzo km 4.7 · 984m off trail
- Grand Laget km 7.8 · 1.0 km off trail
- Mont Rogneux km 5.9 · 1.0 km off trail
- Pointe du Parc km 8.4 · 1.8 km off trail
- Pointe de Boveire km 8.4 · 1.9 km off trail
🏠 Mountain Huts
- Cabane Brunet On trail
📍 Nearby Places
- La Maye km 0.8 · 1.2 km off trail
- Grenier de Corbassière km 0.5 · 1.3 km off trail
- Couloir du Talin 1.3 km off trail
- Tsanton d'Ernai 1.5 km off trail
- Le Mayen du Revers 1.7 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Béré
- End
- Béré
- Start Coordinates
- 46.03026, 7.27424
- OpenStreetMap
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