Le Bout du Monde à Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval

9.81 km hike with 377 m of elevation gain, starting from Châlets de Frénalay, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval. Duration 2h35, moderate grade.

9,9 km +380 m -380 m 2h35 Medium

Trail specs

Distance9,9 km
Ascent+380 m
Descent-380 m
Average time2h35
DifficultyMedium
Highest point1267 m
Lowest point933 m
TypeLoop
TrailheadChâlets de Frénalay, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval
Water sourcesNo reliable water source along the route. Carry 1.5 L of water per person.
Best seasonJune to October
GPSN 46.07771 / E 6.84029

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4 Waypoints · 9,9 km · Loop

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Elevation profile

Waypoints

  1. D

    Start (955 m)

    km 0,0 955 m
  2. 1

    Cascade du Liaret (1,054 m)

    km 3,3 1054 m 50 min from previous waypoint
  3. 2

    Vue du bout du monde (1,244 m)

    km 4,6 1244 m 34 min from previous waypoint
  4. A

    Finish (955 m)

    End of the hike.

    km 9,8 955 m 1h02 from previous waypoint

Detailed route description

This loop hike starting from Châlets de Frénalay, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval totals 9.81 km with 377 m of elevation gain. Rated moderate (3/5 stars), it requires about 2h35 of effort depending on your pace.

Elevation profile

The route ranges from 933 m to 1,267 m, with 378 m of descent on the way down.

Notable waypoints

The main points along the way are Cascade du Liaret (1,054 m) (km 3.34), Vue du bout du monde (1,244 m) (km 4.63).

Practical tips

As with any mountain outing, check the weather before setting off. Carry at least 1.5 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.

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