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Mines D'Or > Col du Coux loop

Morzine

Portes du Soleil

A great 2 - 3 hr hike, depending on how you take it with the Chalet des Mines D'Ors there to feed and water you at the end. Great views over to Switzerland from the top of the saddle.

Hiking Easy

Distance
6.4 km
Ascent
525 m
Descent
522 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
1.4 km
High Point
1.9 km
Gradient
13˚
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This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 1.4 km to the maximum altitude of 1.9 km, the route covers 6.4 km, 525 vertical metres of ascent and 522 vertical metres of descent.

Description

A great 2 - 3 hr hike, depending on how you take it with the Chalet des Mines D'Ors there to feed and water you at the end. Great views over to Switzerland from the top of the saddle.

Difficulty

Easy

Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.

Low Exposure

1 out of 4

The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Features

  • Alpine
  • Picturesque
  • Summit Hike
  • Dog friendly
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features

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Descent
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Descent
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