Pic Chaussy from Col des Mosses

⭐ Please read the full description below ⭐

This Saturday we are going to climb Pic Chaussy (2,351 m) from Col des Mosses. This is a 10.8 km out-and-back trail with an elevation gain of 928 m. The path is steep at times but well-marked, and the summit offers wide views over the Alpes Vaudoises, Lake Geneva, and the Bernese Alps.

The weather is expected to be partly sunny, with cool morning temperatures around 13 °C and warming to 20–22 °C by midday. Please bring sun protection, enough water, and a light jacket for the start and the summit.

🏔️ HIKE DETAILS

We will meet at Col des Mosses bus stop at 10:20 and start our climb directly from there. The path first crosses alpine pastures, then heads up steadily toward Pic Chaussy. We will stop for lunch at the summit before descending back the same way to Col des Mosses.

• Starting time: 10:20
• Duration: 5 hours (including breaks and lunch)
• Length: 10.8 km
• Elevation gain: 928 m ascent / 928 m descent
• Highest point: 2,351 m

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⚠️ TECHNICAL / PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

This hike is not technical, but the ascent is sustained and requires good fitness. You should be comfortable with ~1,000 m elevation gain. We will walk at a steady pace with a few stops, but not many.

🥾 TRACTION

Please wear proper hiking boots with good grip, and bring trekking poles if you usually use them.

🌏 DIRECTIONS

From Geneva:

• IR90, direction Brig, departs Genève at 08:05, arrives Aigle at 09:21 (Platform 4 → Platform 14).
• R71, direction Les Diablerets, departs Aigle at 09:29, arrives Le Sépey at 09:57.
• Walk 1 minute to the bus stop.
• Bus 175, direction Château-d’Oex, departs Le Sépey gare at 10:03, arrives Col des Mosses at 10:17.

Return: Buses leave Col des Mosses at :35 past every hour toward Aigle. From there, regular trains connect back to Geneva. To be able to take the 15:35 bus, we need to start the descent at 13:00 😊.

🧣 WHAT TO BRING

• Hiking boots with grip
• Trekking poles (optional)
• Lunch and snacks
• At least 1.5 L of water
• Cap or hat
• Sunscreen
• Light jacket or fleece layer

⚠️ DISCLAIMER

You agree when you sign up for this group, or any of the events, that you have read, understood, and accepted the following terms. This is not a guided tour, everyone is responsible for his/her own. You are attending at your own risk and you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being. You are responsible for informing yourself about the event, bringing the proper equipment, and being properly insured. You waive any claim against the organizer for any loss, damage, expense, injury, or any other situation incurred or suffered as a result of your participation in the event. These terms extend and apply to, and also cover and include, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability.