WHR Stage 6.1 Cabane du Mont Fort – Col Termin – Col de Louvie – Lac du Petit Mont Fort
MODERATE (1.5/10)From La Chaux
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WHR Stage 6.1 Cabane du Mont Fort – Col Termin – Col de Louvie – Lac du Petit Mont Fort is a 8.4 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 711m of ascent and 394m of descent, with elevations ranging from 2,303m to 2,754m. Allow approximately 3h 11m for the full route.
The route is divided into 6 segments. The toughest stretch is the 3.8 km from La Chaux to Bec des Rosses, climbing 315m (allow 1h 26m for this section).
About 68% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 45% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 1,658 kcal of energy expenditure and 1.9 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2754m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 La Chaux → Bec des Rosses | 3.8 km | +315m | -201m | 1h 26m | 3.8 |
⛰️ Bec des Rosses → La Rogneuse | 1.9 km | +174m | -82m | 44 min | 5.6 |
⛰️ La Rogneuse → Bec Termin | 0.8 km | +66m | -35m | 18 min | 6.5 |
⛰️ Bec Termin → Becca d'Agè | 1.1 km | +116m | -34m | 26 min | 7.6 |
⛰️ Becca d'Agè → Petit Mont-Fort | 0.8 km | +40m | -42m | 15 min | 8.4 |
⛰️ Petit Mont-Fort → End | 0.0 km | +0m | -0m | 0 min | 8.4 |
| Total | 8.4 km | +711m | -394m | 3h 11m | 8.4 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🥾 Mixed terrain: expect sustained climbs between runnable sections.
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
✅ 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 8.4 km, 711m ascent, max altitude 2754.4m, ~3h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 2L hydration packNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 1658 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2754.4m — 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
- 🔦 Headlamp3h route — plan for delays
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles31% steep terrain, 711m+ 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 La Chaux to the finish (8.4 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Mont Gelé km 0.1 · 1.5 km off trail
- Tête des Vaux 1.8 km off trail
- Bec des Rosses km 3.8 · 1.9 km off trail
- Attelas 1.9 km off trail
- Bec Termin km 6.5 · 1.9 km off trail
🏠 Mountain Huts
- Cabane Mont Fort On trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Les Naires km 1 · 1.1 km off trail
- Tête des Vaux km 0.1 · 1.7 km off trail
- Les Attelas 2.0 km off trail
- Les Tsezaux km 2.5 · 1.6 km off trail
- Les Siés km 2.5 · 1.7 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Regional Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- La Chaux
- Start Coordinates
- 46.08384, 7.28129
- OpenStreetMap
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