FAQ

What is the best map to prepare our Tour of the Muverans ?

Nous vous conseillons vivement le recours aux applications gratuites pour smartphones SwitzerlandMobility, ou/et Swisstopo. L’avantage de ces applications est, entre autres, d’êtres mises à jour au minimum une fois par an, ce qui n’est bien sûr pas le cas d’une carte papier. Elles sont beaucoup plus précises que Google Map que nous vous déconseillons d’utiliser en montagne. Par contre, pensez à télécharger les cartes nécessaires à votre rando, chez vous, en profitant de votre Wi-Fi.

Pour les adeptes des cartes papiers, la carte «Du Rhône aux Muverans», couvre la totalité du TdM, au 1:25’000. Elle peut être achetée auprès de divers revendeurs spécialisés et Offices de Tourisme – en particulier celui d’Ovronnaz, boutique-ovronnaz.ch

Can I find information on your site or through you about the weather and the conditions that may be encountered at a particular time on the Tour des Muverans?

L’application gratuite pour smartphone Météosuisse donne des informations assez précises en temps réel. Sinon, vous avez toujours la possibilité de vous renseignez auprès des gardiens et gardiennes de cabane. N’oubliez cependant pas d’emportez avec vous le matériel nécessaire en cas de mauvais temps et de froid.

We were told about two places (the vires and the Col des Martinets / Col des Perris: Blancs passage) that are a little dizzy, at least for those who have problems with heights or very steep slopes. Is it possible to find easier ways around?

Yes, no problem.
L´un de ces passages est une vire qui serpente à la base des Dents de Morcles, sur le tronçon col du Demècre – Rionda. ll s’évite aisément en suivant la signalétique «Variante» du TdM, via l´Au d’Arbignon.
L´autre passage, le point culminant du TdM, est le col des Martinets, 2612 m, parfaitement sécurisé. Si on veut l’éviter, suivre la « Variante » permettant de rallier la cabane de la Tourche à Pont-de-Nant, via l´alpage de Javerne.

I have a dog and I always walk with him. Is it possible to do the TdM with him?

No !
Your companion will not be welcome: most of the route passes through protected areas. Walking on a lead is the absolute rule.
Few cabins accept dogs. Ask the wardens for information.

On a map I've seen a number of passages that tempt me, but that don't seem to be part of the usual itinerary: the Pacheu, and the Col des Chamois, with the idea of a Rambert - Cabane Plan Névé - Anzeindaz crossing. What do you think?

Le Pacheu: this pass is for experienced climbers who don't need signposted paths or our services!
The Col des Chamois is signposted as a white-blue-white alpine hiking trail. It is equipped with cables. This is an Alpine pass, which cannot be included in a hiking tour.

What are the different starting points for the TdM?

As shown on the map, there are car parks at Pont-de-Nant, Ovronnaz, Derborence and Solalex (for which a charge is made).

Is it possible to leave from the village of Morcles?

Unfortunately, the village of Morcles is no longer served by public transport. However, you can park your car at Les Martinaux, 1726 m above Morcles. From there, you can walk to the La Tourche hut in 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Is it possible to do the TdM sleeping freely in your camping tent, without using cabins or gîtes?

In view of the various laws and wildlife protection zones, the best answer is no. You could try contacting the hut wardens and mountain pasture operators to obtain hypothetical authorisations.

When is the best time to visit the TdM?

The TdM is a walking tour. The recommended period is from June to September.
In some years it will be open from the beginning of June to the end of October.

Can it be enjoyed in winter too?

Although some sections are accessible in winter, they are nothing like the Tour des Muverans, which is a summer hike.

Is it possible to do the entire TdM route in winter, on ski touring skis?

No, the TdM is not a skiing route.

Are there any winter walks along the TdM route?

Although some sections are accessible in winter, they have nothing to do with the Tour des Muverans, which is, and remains, a summer hike.