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Les Bouquetins - La Truche - Villars
landscape Moderate
hiking 7.87 kilometers
schedule 02:10 h
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trending_down 595 metres
A hike at altitude with a spectacular view.
Difficulty
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Best season
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Summer
Highest point
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Lowest point
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Route Information
Start - Les Bouquetins - La Truche - Villars
Arrival - Les Bouquetins - La Truche - Villars
Description
To reach the start of this hike, take the cogwheel train between Villars and Bretaye and get off at the stop called "Les Bouquetins". You follow the path in the direction of the Truche. The view is clear and you can admire the Vaud Alps and, in the distance and on a clear day, Lake Gene...
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Recommendations
- Plan your hike (route, duration, weather)
- Equip yourself appropriately; sturdy shoes (preferably high heels), appropriate clothing and protection against the weather
- Take sufficient food and drink
- Take a first aid kit
- Be aware of weather changes
- Do not walk on grass and crops
- Close all pasture gates
- Extinguish fires, refrain from making fires in case of drought
- Take your rubbish with you
apparel
Equipment
- a good pair of hiking boots for good grip
- Weather-appropriate clothing. Conditions change rapidly in the mountains, so bring a waterproof jacket and warm clothing.
- A rucksack suited to the length of the hike and the amount of equipment.
- Sun protection: sunglasses, high factor sun cream, cap or hat.
- A map (or GPS)
- A first-aid kit
- Sufficient water (at least 1 litre per person) and food.
Documents
Les Bouquetins - La Truche - Villars Pictures
Useful information and contact
Getting to Villars
On-site parking and transport
Brochures and maps
Frequently asked questions
Contact
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Office du Tourisme de Villars
Avenue Centrale 140 CP 100
1884 Villars-sur-Ollon
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+41 24 495 32 32
- mail
info@villars.ch
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