WHR Stage 7.1 Cabane de Prafleuri – Col des Roux – Torrent de Cheilon
EASY (1.5/10)From Les Etagnes
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WHR Stage 7.1 Cabane de Prafleuri – Col des Roux – Torrent de Cheilon is a 9.2 km point-to-point easy hiking route in Switzerland. The route covers 568m of ascent and 584m of descent, with elevations ranging from 2,337m to 2,804m. Allow approximately 3h 16m for the full route.
The route is divided into 4 segments. The toughest stretch is the 3.6 km from Le Clocher to Sex Quinaudoz, climbing 324m (allow 1h 20m for this section).
About 69% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 56% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 1,638 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.0 L of water.
High-alpine route reaching 2805m. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Les Etagnes → Mont de la Blana | 1.0 km | +162m | -30m | 29 min | 1.0 |
⛰️ Mont de la Blana → Le Clocher | 4.7 km | +82m | -448m | 1h 27m | 5.7 |
⛰️ Le Clocher → Sex Quinaudoz | 3.6 km | +324m | -105m | 1h 20m | 9.2 |
⛰️ Sex Quinaudoz → End | 0.0 km | +0m | -2m | 0 min | 9.2 |
| Total | 9.2 km | +568m | -584m | 3h 16m | 9.2 |
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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
🌤️ Occasional snow patches possible above 2384m. 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 9.2 km, 568m ascent, max altitude 2804.6m, ~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. 1638 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2804.6m — 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, 568m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in October, November, December
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
- 💰 Cash (CHF/EUR)Mountain huts often cash-only
Logistics
This route runs from Les Etagnes to the finish (9.2 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Mont de la Blana km 1 · 687m off trail
- Le Miroir km 0.4 · 985m off trail
- Pointe d'Allèves 1.0 km off trail
- Pointe des Autans 1.4 km off trail
- Pointe des Autans 1.5 km off trail
🏠 Mountain Huts
- Refuge Igloo des Pantalons Blancs km 5.7 · 2.6 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Regional Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Les Etagnes
- Start Coordinates
- 46.07476, 7.37861
- OpenStreetMap
- View on OSM →
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