Pointe Perret par le Col de la Ramaz

Trail specs

Distance14,5 km

Ascent+750 m

Descent-580 m

Average time4h05

DifficultyMedium

Highest point1936 m

Lowest point1357 m

TypeOut and back

TrailheadRoute de Bonnavaz, Mieussy

Water sourcesNo reliable water source

Best seasonJune to October

GPSN 46.17389 / E 6.61195

GPX track · Pointe Perret par le Col de la Ramaz

Download the GPX file to follow the route on your GPS or phone. Works with Garmin, Suunto, Apple Watch and all major hiking apps.

5 Waypoints · 14,5 km · Out and back

Download the GPX

Topographic map

Elevation profile

Waypoints

D

Start (1,357 m)

km 0,0 1357 m
1

Col de la Bolire (1,648 m)

km 1,9 1648 m 52 min from previous waypoint
2

Col de la Ramaz (1,619 m)

km 5,6 1619 m 44 min from previous waypoint
3

Pointe de Perret (1,941 m)

km 9,5 1941 m 1h20 from previous waypoint
A

Finish (1,544 m)

End of the hike.

km 14,5 1544 m 59 min from previous waypoint

Detailed route description

This out-and-back hike starting from Route de Bonnavaz, Mieussy totals 14.46 km with 749 m of elevation gain. Rated moderate (3/5 stars), it requires about 4h05 of effort depending on your pace.

Elevation profile

The route ranges from 1,357 m to 1,936 m, with 573 m of descent on the way down.

Notable waypoints

The main points along the way are Col de la Bolire (1,648 m) (km 1.9), Col de la Ramaz (1,619 m) (km 5.58), Pointe de Perret (1,941 m) (km 9.53).

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.