Verbier Grand Saint Bernard hike
Verbier Grand Saint Bernard hike. 5-day trip w/ a UIMLA certified mountain guide
Alps
5 Days
Jun - Oct
Description
Sports hike on the Trail Verbier Saint Bernard course.
The Trail Verbier Saint Bernard route (Alpine X) is run by the best trailers in fifteen hours. I propose to cross it in 5 days, at sports hike rhythm. Not less than 111 km for a total positive vertical drop of 8400m, through the Val de Bagnes and Val d’Entremont via the Grand Saint-Bernard pass.
Definitely a performance punctuated by culture, history and legends, and of course in a fabulous setting overlooking the snowy peaks of the region.
Challenge yourself and discover this fabulous course!
Here is the program that I propose.
Day 1: Verbier-Champex. Discover the Château de Bagnes, the legend of Catogne. Ascend Catogne, one of the finest viewpoints of Valais.
Day 2: Champex-La Fouly. Yoga session optional in the morning (with Cecilia Swensson, qualified teacher). The visit of the Champex marshes and the Alpine Garden, the layering of vegetation, the Orny glacier.
Day 3: La Fouly- Grand Saint-Bernard pass. In search of the Val Ferret wolf, Hospice of the Grand Saint-Bernard pass.
Day 4: Grand Saint-Bernard pass -Mille pass. A bit of history with great men of the Grand Saint-Bernard pass : Hannibal, Saint Bernard de Menthon, Napoleon Bonaparte.
Day 5: Mille-Verbier pass. Yoga session optional in the morning, “ecological survey in Val de Bagnes”.
I invite you to contact me if this challenge interests you!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Details
More info
Level: Days of 8 to 12 hours walking. Daily altitude change of 1200m to 2200m. Good sporting level required!
Meeting point
FAQs
How will accommodation and meals be handled during the trek?
The accommodation and meals are included in this trek.
What is the best time of the year for this hike?
The best time to take this tour is from June to October.
What is the average distance and altitude gain that we will hike each day?
The daily altitude change is of 1200m to 2200m.
Can I join a group?
Yes, you can join a group.
What experience do I need to have? How fit do I need to be? Is this program suitable for children or older people?
Good sporting level is required.
About the guide
-Sarah
5.0
(1)
Mountain Leader
Setting off on an adventure on a whim, without a precise plan, walking according to desires and emotions, pushing further to discover what a summit or a ridge reveals. Trained as a business lawyer, then manager of a large sports store, biathlete and trail runner, it was my job as a guide that ultimately allowed me to establish a more structured and secure framework for my wanderings, but without ever losing my wonder and my curiosity. It is with this state of mind that today I like to travel and share the mountains here and elsewhere, preferably roaming, in order to give us time to soak up the landscapes which evolve over time, days and seasons.
I will always be happy to set off on the classic tours, but above all I strive to guide you off the beaten paths.
Languages
French | English
Certificates
UIMLA
What people are saying about this trip
Stephen
Frankly, Sarah Kleinknecht is what you dream of having when picking a guide and it is my pleasure to provide a review. My 76 year old mother and I recently went on a 5 day trek through the Alps and it was nothing short of perfect. Sarah is able to perfectly speak 3 different languages however I would argue that her ability to communicate the needs of her clients is her most fluent form of expression. She was easily able to adjust daily excursions depending on weather/ability and planned a life changing adventure. My mother, who as stated is 76, had a perfectly planned course of hikes/trails with challenging yet achievable objectives. Even more so, Sarah is low key a celebrity within the Alps having worked there over 20 years and knew everyone! We were warmly greeted like old friends everywhere we went. She is a positive yet stern guide who keeps safety first yet is always able to provide a laugh. Without a doubt, I would highly recommended Sarah!
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