Youll need to arrange some transfers and airfares, but this is a minor issue and there are lots of articles on velonomad discussing these topics. The book does not include any coverage beyond the haute route, so if you intend to do day tours in chamonix to warm up or in zermatt before continuing on to saas fee, then look elsewhere. Over time this became a popular ski route and different versions of haute route evolved. This guidebook describes the 225km walkers haute route between chamonix and zermatt, one of the finest of all alpine treks. Because we want you to have the best experience possible on your haute route trek, weve produced a series of short videos to help you prepare for your trip. The haute route is a classic trekking route that goes from chamonix to zermatt, connecting mont blanc with the matterhorn. Rental packages all packages include delivery on the day before stage 1, technical assistance and concierge service see below during event. Ride your haute route event with a frame designed for riders who love climbing and descending, equipped with a shimano ultegra di2 compact 11s with disc brakes, and bontrager pro 3 carbon wheelset.
The haute route looks the most stunning, but im also one of those people who prefer solitude hiking. Further information will be given in the haute route road book, 3 weeks before the event. View all restaurants near haute level route, a high level walk on tripadvisor. The haute route or highlevel route is a six day traverse across the mountains and glaciers between chamonix and zermatt and is sometimes continued to saas fee. We hike along the val des dix and its huge reservoir lake. The walkers haute route is a slightly lower route than the 150 year old, classic mountaineers haute route. Apr 05, 2020 haute route literally means high road and is pronounced oat root. Loyal to the 3day concept, the haute route dolomites will feature two classic road stages and an uphill time trial.
Haute route dolomites offers riders the option of a return shuttle bus service from venice airport vce to cortina 2h30 transfer. You can book accommodation through the haute route organizers, but unless you dont mind wondering around a french ski resort for a couple of hours after finishing a ninehour ride trying to find your hotel, only to discover the single room you booked is now also shared with two other sweaty cycling strangers, a tour company that looks after. Mechanical support from mavic both at each race village and along the route not for repairing punctures a personalised frame plate and 2 sets of race numbers. Ski the haute route ski touring, chamonix to zermatt and. We first heard of the haute route after some of our friends returned from the hike back in 2004. Aug 06, 2012 my personal opinion is that the haute route is so well organised and the inclusions so good, that you can just book the standard packages from the organisers. The alps offer almost unlimited adventure, and the walkers haute route is probably. The route traverses below the summits of 10 out of the 12 of the highest peaks in the alps, and crosses several high passes. Haute route bike tours, alps cycle tours, europe bike tours.
Event overview the sixth edition of the haute route dolomites offers an exceptionnal course around the famous italian peaks. September is an undiscovered secret on the haute route. Because we want you to have the best experience possible on your haute route trek, weve produced a series of. The haute route watopia will challenge you on 3 epic roads. My personal opinion is that the haute route is so well organised and the inclusions so good, that you can just book the standard packages from the organisers. Please note that staff and transfers may not be available if you book your own hotel directly. Trek the walkers haute route from chamonix to zermatt. Restaurants near haute level route, a high level walk.
This is undoubtedly one of the worlds most spectacular ski tours, and with the support of the french and swiss alpine club, huts can be comfortably achieved by most advanced skiers. Our staff will be present one hour before the start of every stage and will be waiting for you at the end of every stage at our booth in haute route village, to take care of your rental bike. Haute route dolomites 2021 sports tours international. Haute route oman rider roadbook 2019 by haute route issuu. This is the ultimate high alpine trekking adventure, following the iconic haute route from chamonix to zermatt. Join north cascades mountain guides, on what is surely a trip of a lifetime, the fabled european high route. Walkers haute route chamonix to zermatt complete guide. The verbier haute route is often called the skiers version because it skips a few of the more technical cruxes. Haute route dolomites rider roadbook 2019 by haute route. Early to midseptember is an especially enjoyable time to be on the haute route since september typically has less rain and a more stable weather pattern than either july or august. On arrival, megeve is about 1hr 30mins from geneva airport.
Haute route cycling jersey or item confirmed by ocsport haute route travel bag with wheels, transported from start to finish. Rather than just a single path, its really a network of trails traversing the pennine alps and crossing the high passes and glacial valleys of the region. Enjoy the ultimate cycling experience with haute route. With my antisocial streak and limited time i think ill do a small up to five day section of the hr to get a taste and spend a bit longer on the gr5 andor in the pyrenees. Your roadbook provides a comprehensive guide to all the information you will need during the three days of haute route oman 2019, both on and off the bike. Assuming you are an experiemced mountain walker you dont need a guide for the walkers haute route, there are some rocky passages but no glaciers.
Choose your bike now, you will be able to select the size of the frame and cassette in your customer account. The term haute route is french in origin and translates to high road in english, however, the labelling of this journey actually came from a group of british alpine club mountaineers, who named it the high level route after forging a mountaineering route between chamonix and zermatt in the 19th century. Youll need to arrange some transfers and airfares, but this is a minor issue and there are lots of. Along the way, the trail passes by 10 of the 12 highest peaks in the alps, as it winds its way through glacial valleys, alpine meadows, and enchanting villages. To benefit from it, you need to tick the boxes above. Haute route ski tour 2020 dates northwest mountain school. The hikers haute route, or walkers haute route as it is known, is also a great european vacation and an unforgettable experience hiking in the swiss alps. The haute route is a network of treasured alpine trails, not just a single path. Haute route trekking and mountaineering holiday ke. Weve been working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is in place. Walkers haute route tours hike the walkers haute route, one of the worlds great treks, through the french and swiss alps from chamonix to zermatt. Haute route oman offers riders the option of a return shuttle bus service from muscat airport to any of the event accomodation options. Walkers haute route chamonix to zermatt hike macs adventure.
This high alpine traverse was first done as a walking trip in 1861. The mountaineers haute route is typically done as a ski traverse and requires mountaineering gear for glacier travel. The best time for the haute route may surprise you. Waiting for your friends and riding as a group is recommended. Connecting the two alpine centres of chamonix and zermatt, the route offers everything youd expect on a high mountain ski tour with glacial terrain every day, amazing scenery, tough climbs and. Aug 31, 2010 we first heard of the haute route after some of our friends returned from the hike back in 2004. There are constantly changing views of mont blanc, matterhorn, grand combin and. Haute route oman riders roadbook 2020 by haute route issuu.
Connecting the two alpine centres of chamonix and zermatt, the route offers everything youd expect on a high mountain ski tour with glacial terrain every day, amazing scenery, tough climbs and big ski descents. The itinerary has been updated this year to ensure maximum descent and to stay in the most spectacularly located mountain huts along the way. In each event page, you have transport information and details on how to get to the haute route village. The haute route also meanders through green alpine valleys with flowercovered meadows and picture book villages. The haute route, or the high route or mountaineers route is the name given to a route with several variations undertaken on foot or by ski touring between chamonix in france and zermatt in switzerland. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. The worlds most prestigious multiday events for amateur riders, taking place over seven or threeday formats in the worlds most iconic cycling terrain. Haute route backpack place your change of clothes in this each day backpack tag insert this in the pocket on the reverse of your backpack id card provides access to your daily lunch and massage.
Oct 09, 2010 the walkers haute route from chamonix to zermatt takes the hiker on a visually stunning journey between europes two most iconic mountains mont blanc and the matterhorn. Haute route signage will be on the road, however they will be open to the public so riders will have to respect the traffic rules. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Riders and their bike boxes can be transferred using this option. In the meantime, you will find practical information regarding your event in the manual and below. This great journey traverses glaciers and high passes through the very heart of the alps, taking in such peaks as the rosa blanche and pigne darolla.
The only slightly dodgy section is the grand desert between louvie and prafleuri, where route finding could be extremely difficult in bad weather. Ski the haute route ski touring, chamonix to zermatt and variants. The concept is the highest, toughest and most prestigious amateur stage race in the world. Guests will be transfered from airport and taken to the hotel in megeve.
This means not only delivering first class hospitality and event management, but all the key ingredients that make up the culture and experience of professional road racing. The 2021 haute route dolomites will be the 7th edition of the race, and will trace a sensational route through the highly recognisable jagged rock faces of the dolomites, taking on some of the most demanding climbs of the region. Will be sent by newsletter and also available on the website. Both of them hiked the route without a group or guides using only the kev reynolds book. Designed to fit into a twoweek holiday, the trek is described in 14 stages of 9 to 23km. To book your vehicle, email your requirements to jason dsouza. The books information regarding hut contacts is somewhat limited although newer editions may address this. The haute route ski tour is the most famous ski tour in the world and a classic mountain journey. Enjoy glorious mountain vistas, crisp air, and challenging terrain on what is a truly rewarding experience in.
This is a world of glaciers and towering, snowcapped peaks. Regularly voted as one of the worlds top walks the journey from mont blanc to the matterhorn on the walkers haute route is filled with breathtaking mountain panoramas, challenging mountain passes and alpine scenes lifted straight from a storybook. Then, in 2007, another set of our friends tackled the journey as well inspired by the first set. Quiet pine forests, stunning roads and incredible views of the lago avandaro. Haute route literally means high road and is pronounced oat root.
The walkers haute route requires no technical climbing skills or gear. The walkers haute route chamonix to zermatt denverdavis. We strongly advise each rider to subscribe to this insurance as there will be no refunds from the organisation. We stay in the new and friendly cabane prafleurie at 2,660m 8,725ft. We are now halfway along the haute route in switzerland. The haute routes objective is to deliver an unparalleled professional experience for amateur cyclists. The haute route s objective is to deliver an unparalleled professional experience for amateur cyclists. Haute route organisers propose a premium insurance to cover you in case of cancellation. Chamonix experiences haute route consists of 7 days of ski touring. As a result, no one offers more options for hiking the haute routeboth on guided and selfguided hiking tours. Enjoy glorious mountain vistas, crisp air, and challenging terrain on what is a truly rewarding experience in one of the most beautiful areas of switzerland. Its one week of seven timed and ranked stages with professionallevel event organisation including medical teams, mechanical support, rolling road security, film crews and, of course, massages. Gpx files we will be able to share with you the provisional gpx files on the coming weeks.
The walkers haute route from chamonix to zermatt takes the hiker on a visually stunning journey between europes two most iconic mountains mont blanc and the matterhorn. Haute route alps riders roadbook 2019 by haute route issuu. Road book will be available 3 weeks before each event. The walkers haute route hike from chamonix to zermatt. Here you will find out all you need to know about the registration process and the technical stage information. When to hike the haute route chamonix to zermatt trekking.
Megeve nice, thursday 20th august saturday 29th august 2020 further information will be added as ocsport release 2020 route info. Taking a dramatic and uncompromising line, the classic haute route traverses the heart of the european alps, linking mont blanc to the matterhorn by a series of high cols and impressive glaciers. First charted as a summer mountaineering route by members of the english alpine club in the mid19th century, the route takes around 12. Riders roadbook will be unveiled 3 weeks before the event. The departure reference for this tour is chr 0121 this tour begins on sun 20 jun and departs on fri 02 jul. As we start to climb we should find edelweiss along the trail.
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