La Dent de Verreu (1,901 m) par Vallon

Trail specs

Distance14,5 km

Ascent+1200 m

Descent-1200 m

Average time4h50

DifficultyHard

Highest point1880 m

Lowest point712 m

TypeLoop

TrailheadLe Creux du By, Samoëns

Water sourcesNo reliable water source along the route. Carry 2.5 to 3 L of water per person.

Best seasonJune to October

GPSN 46.07127 / E 6.74727

GPX track · La Dent de Verreu (1,901 m) par Vallon

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4 Waypoints · 14,5 km · Loop

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Elevation profile

Waypoints

D

Start (712 m)

km 0,0 712 m
1

La fontaine du vin blanc (900 m)

km 1,2 900 m 33 min from previous waypoint
2

Dent de Verreu (1,901 m)

km 7,3 1901 m 2h54 from previous waypoint
A

Finish (713 m)

End of the hike.

km 14,4 713 m 1h25 from previous waypoint

Detailed route description

This loop hike starting from Le Creux du By, Samoëns totals 14.43 km with 1,199 m of elevation gain. Rated hard (4/5 stars), it requires about 4h50 of effort depending on your pace.

Elevation profile

The route ranges from 712 m to 1,880 m, with 1,200 m of descent on the way down.

Notable waypoints

The main points along the way are La fontaine du vin blanc (900 m) (km 1.15), Dent de Verreu (1,901 m) (km 7.31).

Practical tips

As with any mountain outing, check the weather before setting off. Carry at least 2.5 to 3 L of water per person, 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.