Romainmôtier

Location

Romainmôtier in northern Vaud

Descriptif 

very easy hike along the La Dard river

Total length

about 11 km

Walking time

about 3 hours

Elevation + et –

+/-270 meters

Altitude: between 550 and 720 meters

National hiking map 1:50’000

251 La Sarraz

Best period

all year.

Difficulty

T1

Useful information

Very easy hike and discovery of the magnificent La Dard waterfalls. Le Refuge is the perfect place for a picnic. There is also an installation for grilling. A visit to the Romainmôtier church is a must.

Itinerary

From Romainmôtier Abbey follow the canal by the right bank towards Croy, first by a road and after crossing a small bridge by a path that runs along the canal to Croy. After crossing the bottom of the village of Croy, descend by road to the path that begins in the forest. Follow La Dard to La Cressonnière (elevation point 546). The route leaves the riverside to reach Le Refuge by a short climb (direction Romainmôtier). Thereafter, always follow Romainmôtier to reach the starting point.