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Nendaz Trail 30km

Trail running

Between mountain paths, forests, alpine pastures and a passage on the legendary Bisse de Saxon, this 30 kilometre course combines all types of terrain !

Length

29.7km

Duration

8h

Variation in altitude

2037m

Level of difficulty

5/5

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It is strongly recommended that you be in good physical condition to do this trail. Set off from the official departure point, at the sports centre in Haute-Nendaz.

Follow the path below the Tracouet gondola and branch off towards les Rairettes. You then pass by the gouille d'Ouché (marsh) and the beautiful Pra da Dzeu clearing, before reaching the Balavaux cabin after passing the Croix de Jean-Pierre.

After the cabin, continue towards the basso d'Alou via a narrow steep and technical path which zigzags up through the rhododendrons. Once you reach the ridge, enjoy the 360° panoramic view before making your descent to Planchouet via Siviez. when you reach the hamlet of Planchouet, come back to Siviez via the famous and demanding chemin des 24 contours (24 hairpin bends). Then, return to the resort via the legendary bisse de Saxon.

This trail, reserved for experienced trail runners, offers breathtaking landscapes. For the fastest among you, this tour can be completed in 8h.

Useful information

- The times are given as an indication, they can vary according to the level of fitness.
- This officially approved course of the Nendaz Trail is permanently signposted.

On the way

The resort of Haute-Nendaz

Towns & villages

Pra Da Dzeu

Natural site

Balavaux Cabin Restaurant

Restaurants

The Balavaux larch trees

Natural site

Siviez

Towns & villages

Planchouet Chapel

Architecture & monuments

Planchouet

Towns & villages

Restaurant les Bisses

Restaurants

Restaurant of Planchouet

Restaurants

Restaurant Chez Caroline

Restaurants

Restaurant Les Bergers

Restaurants