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Starting in Les Rasses, this route offers ski mountaineers a 2.85 km ascent, with a positive difference in altitude of 407 metres. It leads to the summit of the Chasseron and offers a magnificent excursion through the mountains of the Swiss Jura. This ski tour takes sports enthusiasts through landscapes of snow-covered forests, along the panoramic ridge trail, to finally reach the emblematic summit of Le Chasseron. From here, visitors are treated to a breathtaking view of the 250km-long Alpine chain.
Departure from the Les Rasses ski lift car park.
The descent is via the slopes of the Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses ski area.
A list of mountain guides in the canton of Vaud who offer ski touring lessons can be found at http://www.argm.ch/membres/.
Ski touring hire: Chasseron Sports – Les Rasses – Tel, +41 76 428 01 26
SAFETY
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Movement Tracks may only be used by people who have the technique, physical condition and equipment required for ski touring, including emergency equipment. Please stay on the marked routes to avoid exposing yourself to the danger of avalanches.
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All skiers ascend and descend at their own risk and responsibility. All hikers are subject to the FIS rules and must comply with the SKUS guidelines (Swiss Commission for the Prevention of Accidents on Snow Sports Slopes).
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The pistes are closed outside opening hours and may not be used. Grooming machines with traction cables – danger of death! Only the resort and those responsible for the safety of the ski lifts and snow groomers may open the slopes to cross-country skiers.
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Don’t leave any rubbish, and respect nature and the owners of the land you use. The forest is a quiet area for wildlife, so stay on the paths.
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The ADNV / Yverdon-les-Bains Tourist Office declines all responsibility in the event of an accident. Please follow the safety instructions.
Agence ADNV / Office du tourisme du Nord vaudois
Avenue de la Gare 2
1400 Yverdon-les-Bains
T +41 24 423 03 13
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