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Hike | Creux du Van

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Its steep cliff walls, which are shaped like a horseshoe, provide one of Switzerland's most spectacular views. There can be chamois and ibex sightings!

Water and glacier erosion carved out the massive rock arena with a diameter of more than a kilometer over millions of years. The deep valley is surrounded by towering vertical cliffs that reach over 160 meters high. This exceptionally stunning location offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of the local lakes, the Alps, the Jura regions, and even France.

Length: 14 km
Duration: 4 h 30
Ascents | Descents: 769 m | 769 m
Level: Sporty | challenging

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