Location: on the left bank of the Rhône Val d’Illiez – Champéry
Description: not very easy hike under the Dents du Midi
Total length: about 8 km
Walking time: about 3-4 hours
Elevation: +/- 600 meters
Altitude: between 1056 and 1554 meters
National hiking map 1: 50’000: 272 St Maurice
Best period: from mai to october
Difficulty : T2
Bridge length and height: 55 meters / 25 meters
Itinerary
On leaving the village of Champéry, head towards “Grands Paradis” (signposts). The route begins near the Grand Paradis campsite. Follow up the river “La Saufla” and follow the indications “Grand Paradis” to the footbridge which is about 2 km before the Signal de Bonavau refreshment bar. The return is via the Bonavau forest to reach the starting point.
Useful information
Along the route there are many places that allow the organization of a picnic with a magnificent view of the Val d’Illiez and the Dents du Midi. There is a refreshment bar halfway through.