Walker’s Haute Route (High Route)

Distance: Approx. 225 km
Duration: 15 days
Start: Chamonix, France
End: Zermatt, Switzerland
Difficulty: Strenuous

The legendary traverse from Chamonix to Zermatt – or put another way, Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn – crams in enough stupendous Alpine scenery to last half a lifetime.

The Walker’s Haute Route is a robust challenge, with steep mountain paths, glacier crossings and alpine terrain. Highlights include panoramic vistas of some of the highest peaks in the Alps amid classic Alpine glacial landscapes.

The Walker’s Haute Route is not for the faint-hearted, but breathtaking views and the rewarding sense of achievement make it top of the list for many walkers.

At a glance

Destinations

Switzerland

Activity

Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Culture

Physical Level

Strenuous

Duration

15 days

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Rudolf Abraham is an award-winning travel journalist, photographer and guidebook author. He writes on trekking and hiking for National Geographic, the BBC, Cicerone, DK Eyewitness, Bradt Guides, among many others.

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