Boucle des Hauts-Forts

Trail specs

Distance12,9 km

Ascent+1260 m

Descent-1250 m

Average time4h35

DifficultyVery hard

Highest point2445 m

Lowest point1155 m

TypeLoop

TrailheadRoute des Ardoisières, Morzine

Water sourcesNo reliable water source

Best seasonJune to October

GPSN 46.18881 / E 6.74963

GPX track · Boucle des Hauts-Forts

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5 Waypoints · 12,9 km · Loop

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Topographic map

Elevation profile

Waypoints

D

Start (1,158 m)

km 0,0 1158 m
1

Point intermédiaire (1,886 m)

km 3,4 1886 m 1h53 from previous waypoint
2

Point intermédiaire (2,339 m)

km 5,3 2339 m 1h08 from previous waypoint
3

Point intermédiaire (1,709 m)

km 9,4 1709 m 49 min from previous waypoint
A

Finish (1,155 m)

End of the hike.

km 12,9 1155 m 42 min from previous waypoint

Detailed route description

This loop hike starting from Route des Ardoisières, Morzine totals 12.86 km with 1,254 m of elevation gain. Rated very hard (5/5 stars), it requires about 4h35 of effort depending on your pace.

Elevation profile

The route ranges from 1,155 m to 2,445 m, with 1,244 m of descent on the way down.

Notable waypoints

The main points along the way are Point intermédiaire (1,886 m) (km 3.39), Point intermédiaire (2,339 m) (km 5.29), Point intermédiaire (1,709 m) (km 9.4).

Practical tips

As with any mountain outing, check the weather before setting off. Carry enough water for the duration, warm layers (even in summer, conditions change fast at altitude), solid hiking boots and energy snacks. This hike requires good physical condition and mountain experience. Start early to avoid the heat and the afternoon thunderstorms common in summer. Always tell someone your route.

Best season: June to October.