Starting from the Champs de la Joux sports centre, this route offers a magnificent 3.6km climb with 472 metres of ascent to the summit of the Petites Roches. It offers ski mountaineers a varied playground between forest and pasture. Along the way, those less in a hurry can grab a bite to eat at the Chalet des Avattes or stop off at La Casba for a glass of “Meneguetz”, a secret recipe closely guarded by the inhabitants of the Balcon du Jura. The final section of the route takes hikers to the summit of the Petites Roches, via a section close to the ridges.
Departure from the Champs de la Joux sports centre.
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 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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