Included: An experienced, UIMLA Mountain Leader with extensive knowledge of the area 4-day Tour de Muverans hut-to-hut hiking tour in the Swiss Alps (4 days of hiking) Accommodation for 3 nights at mountain huts (shared dormitory) 3 breakfasts, 4 packed lunches, and 3 dinners Local logistics during the trip (coordination, support) Not included: Transportation to Ovronnaz, Switzerland Drinks and snacks outside of included meals Personal expenses Cable car tickets and transfers not included in the programme Entry to thermal baths of Lavey-les-Bains Insurance — recommended, available at checkout Guide gratuities — optional Anything not mentioned in the ‘Included’ section above

How fit do I need to be?

To join this Tour de Muverans hike, good fitness and previous mountain hiking experience are required . The most you’ll hike within a day is up to 17 km (10.6 mi), with up to 1,196 m (3,924 ft) of elevation gain and up to 1,497 m (4,911 ft) of elevation loss . In total, you’ll cover about 55 km (34 mi), with +3,645 m (+11,959 ft) / -3,631 m (-11,913 ft) over four days. Check out the itinerary for day-by-day distances. You’ll be on your feet for about 5 to 7 hours a day on mountain trails, carrying your overnight essentials between huts. Expect steep and rocky terrain, sustained climbs and demanding descents, a boulder field , possible lingering snow , and some exposed sections , a few of them secured with cables. Being sure-footed matters as much as fitness here. Your guide will assess conditions and adapt the route where necessary. Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more Switzerland hiking tours here !

What do I need to bring?

Gear: 30–40L hiking backpack Sturdy hiking boots with good grip Water bottle (at least 2L capacity) Sleeping bag liner (required for mountain huts) Hiking poles (highly recommended) Clothing: Waterproof jacket and trousers Warm layers (fleece or down jacket, long-sleeved base layer) Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) Extra socks and lightweight gloves Other: Personal medication & toiletries Headlamp with extra batteries Snacks (energy bars, trail mix) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

How should I prepare for this trip?

This plan is for hikers with good basic fitness and some mountain experience . Over 16 weeks , the goal is to build the stamina for four days in a row, strengthen your legs for long descents (Day 2 drops nearly 1,500 m), and get confident on uneven ground. Aim for about 4 sessions a week : one long weekend hike, one hill or stair session, and two strength or cardio sessions, plus at least one full rest day . Weeks 1-4 — 3-4 hour hikes on gentle to moderate hills, with controlled descents Weeks 5-8 — 4-5 hour hikes with 500-800 m of ascent and descent Weeks 9-12 — 5-7 hour hikes with 800-1,100 m of ascent and descent, plus a 2-day hiking weekend Weeks 13-15 — one 7-8 hour hike, and on another weekend, two hikes in a row (e.g. 5-6 hours, then 4-5 hours) Week 16 — short, easy hikes so you arrive rested No mountains nearby? Use stairs (up and down), hills, bridges, or an inclined treadmill, and practice slow step-downs for the long descents. Twice a week, add step-ups, step-downs, squats, lunges, calf raises, and single-leg balance . None of this fully replaces rocky or exposed trails, so try to do at least one mountain hike on rocky terrain before the trip. On longer hikes, wear your hiking boots and carry a pack close to what you’ll bring on the tour. Practice eating and drinking regularly, pacing yourself on climbs, and descending on tired legs. If you’re unsure about your fitness or exposed terrain, contact us before departure.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing: For this Tour de Muverans hike, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1 . It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 participants . Tour de Muverans hiking tours can be arranged for larger groups — contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18 , you’re good to go.

Is a single occupancy room available?

A single occupancy room is not available on this Tour des Muverans hut-to-hut hike, since all three nights are spent in shared dormitory-style mountain huts.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Tour de Muverans hike is Jorasse, at the bottom station of the Ovronnaz cable car . To get there, most people fly into Geneva Airport (GVA) . From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport via Sion or Martigny, or rent a car to reach Ovronnaz. You will meet your guide on the morning of Day 1 in Jorasse (Ovronnaz cable car bottom station), and then the group will take the cable car up together.

Safety measures and insurance

Having insurance is mandatory for this adventure. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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Tour des Muverans Hut-to-Hut Trek: 4 Days in the Swiss Alps

Name: Tour des Muverans Hut-to-Hut Hike, Swiss Alps
Brand: 57hours
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Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

4 days | Challenging | 5.00

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The Swiss Alps have their popular crowd-pleasers, but they also have this: a fast, uncrowded hut-to-hut alternative that packs in the same big scenery over just four days. We circle the Petit and Grand Muveran on trails most hikers skip, sleeping in three huts that couldn’t be more different: a working farm with its own cows and garden, a classic auberge, and a modern refuge with views to Mont Blanc. It’s the kind of trek that rewards those willing to trade famous trails for something wilder and far less crowded.

Christel

International Mountain Leader

Adventure Highlights

Big Alps, small time commitment: Four days is all it takes to hike high passes, sleep in mountain huts, and see views most treks make you work a week or more for
A route not many people choose: The Muverans circuit sits just outside the shadow of the Tour du Mont Blanc and the Haute Route, so the trails and huts are actually quiet
Three huts, three totally different worlds: A working farm with its own cows and garden, a classic auberge, and a modern refuge looking out toward Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva

Duration

4 days

Season

July through September

Group size

Up to 8 people

The adventure, day by day

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This four-day hut-to-hut circuit takes us around the Petit and Grand Muveran, two of the more distinctive peaks in the Swiss Alps, on trails that stay well clear of the region's crowds. Starting and ending at Jorasse, above Ovronnaz, we spend three nights in mountain huts, each with its own character; one is a working farm, another a cozy auberge, the last a refuge with sweeping views toward Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva. Along the way, we cross open pastures, climb rocky passes, and cover some of the Alps' more overlooked terrain. A certified guide leads throughout, with breakfast, dinner, and packed lunches included every day.

Day 1: Jorasse to Dorbon

We kick things off by taking the cable car to Jorasse, where alpine pastures open up around us and the mountain feels all yours. The trail makes a steady climb then winds across rugged landscape around the Muverans massif. Wildflowers, cowbells, and big mountain views set the scene. By late afternoon, we reach Gîte de l’Alpage de Dorbon, a working farm where your bunk is ready and dinner is homegrown. Shared stories, mountain air, and a real sense of arrival cap our first day.

Meals: Packed lunch, dinner
Distance: 11.3 km (7 mi)
Hiking time: 5 hours
Elevation: +882 m (+2,894 ft) / -863 m (-2,831 ft)
Accommodation: Gîte de l’Alpage de Dorbon (shared dormitory)

Day 2: Dorbon to Pont de Nant

After a farm breakfast, we head deeper into quiet alpine terrain. The day is long and varied—expect forests, open ridgelines, and steadily changing views. Our route dips and rolls before a big descent towards Pont de Nant. By evening, we arrive at the Auberge de Pont de Nant, a rustic favorite tucked into a valley known for its wildflowers. Feet up, pack off, and time to relax—this is how you settle into hut-to-hut rhythm.

Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
Distance: 16.1 km (10 mi)
Hiking time: 6 hours 45 minutes
Elevation: +785 m (+2,575 ft) / -1,497 m (-4,911 ft)
Accommodation: Auberge de Pont de Nant (shared dormitory)

Day 3: Pont de Nant to Cabane de la Tourche

A big ascent kicks off our day as we leave the valley floor and climb towards the high peaks. The trail is steady but spectacular, with the Petit and Grand Muveran coming into full focus. Alpine crossings reward us with sweeping southern views—on a clear morning you can spot Mont Blanc and even down to Lake Geneva. We end at Cabane de la Tourche, a modern hut perched above the valley, where the sunset is something you’ll remember.

Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
Distance: 10.7 km (6.6 mi)
Hiking time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Elevation: +1,196 m (+3,924 ft) / -257 m (-843 ft)
Accommodation: Cabane de la Tourche (shared dormitory)

Day 4: Cabane de la Tourche to Jorasse and circuit finish

After a final mountain breakfast, we start our descent along a narrow trail with a few short protected sections. The scenery here is wild, with huge valleys dropping away and a real sense of crossing big country. After looping back to Jorasse, there’s a moment to celebrate—you’ve completed the Tour des Muverans circuit. If you want, it’s just a quick transfer to the thermal baths at Lavey-les-Bains; a well-earned soak after days on the move.

Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch
Distance: 17 km (10.6 mi)
Hiking time: 4 hours 45 minutes
Elevation: +782 m (+2,566 ft) / -1,014 m (-3,327 ft)

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Swiss huts

Throughout our journey, we stay in three characterful mountain accommodations: Dorbon, a welcoming alpine farm with its own garden and cows; Pont de Nant, a classic valley auberge; and Cabane de la Tourche, a modern hut with panoramic views toward Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva. You’ll be sleeping in shared dormitory rooms with thick stone walls and cozy wooden bunks, surrounded by the bustle of hikers and the peace of mountain nights. Warm common rooms offer a spot to trade stories or just zone out with the sunset.

Mountain cuisine

Every day, you’ll dig into hearty mountain breakfasts and dinners, plus a packed lunch for your hike. Meals focus on local ingredients—fresh milk and cheese at Dorbon, seasonal and nature-inspired dishes at Pont de Nant, and hearty classics at each hut. It’s home-style, filling, and a great window into alpine food culture. With advance notice, the huts can adapt menus for most dietary needs.

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Sandy

International Mountain Leader

Sandy is originally from the UK and has lived in Switzerland since 2010. He works year-round in the Alps, guiding snowshoe trips in winter and hiking and trail running in the warmer months. He especially enjoys exploring quieter corners of the Alps and showing guests places they wouldn't find on their own. His guiding style is relaxed, friendly, and attentive, with as much focus on the journey as the destination. His idea of a good mountain day is simple: good company, beautiful scenery, and plenty of time to take it all in.

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Christel

International Mountain Leader

Christel grew up in the Netherlands and spent early seasons in Austria and France before moving to Scotland. There she trained as a Summer and Winter Mountain Leader and worked across hiking, skiing, climbing, rafting, and canyoning. She has been based in Verbier since 2016 and guides year-round in the Alps. She's calm, experienced, and good at putting people at ease. She loves helping guests slow down, take in the landscape, and enjoy relaxed, personal days in the mountains.

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Christel

International Mountain Leader

Christel, originally from the Netherlands, now calls the Swiss Alps home. A true polyglot, she’s happy to chat in Spanish, German, French, English, Dutch, and even Basque! A fully qualified International Mountain Leader, she’s also a BASI Nordic Ski Instructor, ISIA-certified in Alpine Skiing, and BASI Level 1 in Telemark. Passionate about aromatherapy, mindfulness, and the ways nature nurtures us, she’s also an avid rock climber, ski tourer, and mountain biker. Christel believes that "there’s always something to learn at the grand school of the great outdoors.”

What others say about this adventure

5.00 (3 reviews)

Roos

Last summer, Famke took me on a trek of discovery. My first steps in the mountains followed the Tour des Muverans. It was a magnificent trek with a different landscape every day, and Famke guided me along the most beautiful paths and to the best huts. With a combination of knowledge, wisdom, and humour, she taught me the basics of being in the mountains.It was wonderful! Thank you, Fam, I’m already planning my next trip!

Maud

An epic experience and very nice to share this with Famke and the other participants. We’ve created unforgettable memories.

Felipe

Hiking is about you, nature and hopefully someone else who loves being out as much as you do. Famke loves what she does… and you can tell. I would recommend hiking with her to anyone who’s interested in connecting with the overwhelming beauty of nature. Also… hiking is just a great way of meeting nice people.

Thanks a lot Famke!

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Maud

An epic experience and very nice to share this with Famke and the other participants. We’ve created unforgettable memories.

Felipe

Thanks a lot Famke!

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, UIMLA Mountain Leader with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 4-day Tour de Muverans hut-to-hut hiking tour in the Swiss Alps (4 days of hiking)
  - Accommodation for 3 nights at mountain huts (shared dormitory)
  - 3 breakfasts, 4 packed lunches, and 3 dinners
  - Local logistics during the trip (coordination, support)
Not included:
- - Transportation to Ovronnaz, Switzerland
  - Drinks and snacks outside of included meals
  - Personal expenses
  - Cable car tickets and transfers not included in the programme
  - Entry to thermal baths of Lavey-les-Bains
  - Insurance — recommended, available at checkout
  - Guide gratuities — optional
  - Anything not mentioned in the ‘Included’ section above
To join this Tour de Muverans hike, good fitness and previous mountain hiking experience are required. The most you’ll hike within a day is up to 17 km (10.6 mi), with up to 1,196 m (3,924 ft) of elevation gain and up to 1,497 m (4,911 ft) of elevation loss. In total, you’ll cover about 55 km (34 mi), with +3,645 m (+11,959 ft) / -3,631 m (-11,913 ft) over four days. Check out the itinerary for day-by-day distances.

You’ll be on your feet for about 5 to 7 hours a day on mountain trails, carrying your overnight essentials between huts. Expect steep and rocky terrain, sustained climbs and demanding descents, a boulder field, possible lingering snow, and some exposed sections, a few of them secured with cables. Being sure-footed matters as much as fitness here. Your guide will assess conditions and adapt the route where necessary.

Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more Switzerland hiking tours here!
Gear:
- - 30–40L hiking backpack
  - Sturdy hiking boots with good grip
  - Water bottle (at least 2L capacity)
  - Sleeping bag liner (required for mountain huts)
  - Hiking poles (highly recommended)
Clothing:
- - Waterproof jacket and trousers
  - Warm layers (fleece or down jacket, long-sleeved base layer)
  - Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
  - Extra socks and lightweight gloves
Other:
- - Personal medication & toiletries
  - Headlamp with extra batteries
  - Snacks (energy bars, trail mix)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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This plan is for hikers with good basic fitness and some mountain experience. Over 16 weeks, the goal is to build the stamina for four days in a row, strengthen your legs for long descents (Day 2 drops nearly 1,500 m), and get confident on uneven ground. Aim for about 4 sessions a week: one long weekend hike, one hill or stair session, and two strength or cardio sessions, plus at least one full rest day.
- - Weeks 1-4 — 3-4 hour hikes on gentle to moderate hills, with controlled descents
  - Weeks 5-8 — 4-5 hour hikes with 500-800 m of ascent and descent
  - Weeks 9-12 — 5-7 hour hikes with 800-1,100 m of ascent and descent, plus a 2-day hiking weekend
  - Weeks 13-15 — one 7-8 hour hike, and on another weekend, two hikes in a row (e.g. 5-6 hours, then 4-5 hours)
  - Week 16 — short, easy hikes so you arrive rested
No mountains nearby? Use stairs (up and down), hills, bridges, or an inclined treadmill, and practice slow step-downs for the long descents. Twice a week, add step-ups, step-downs, squats, lunges, calf raises, and single-leg balance. None of this fully replaces rocky or exposed trails, so try to do at least one mountain hike on rocky terrain before the trip.

On longer hikes, wear your hiking boots and carry a pack close to what you’ll bring on the tour. Practice eating and drinking regularly, pacing yourself on climbs, and descending on tired legs. If you’re unsure about your fitness or exposed terrain, contact us before departure.
Group sizes and pricing:
- - For this Tour de Muverans hike, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 participants.
Tour de Muverans hiking tours can be arranged for larger groups — contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
A single occupancy room is not available on this Tour des Muverans hut-to-hut hike, since all three nights are spent in shared dormitory-style mountain huts.
The starting point of your Tour de Muverans hike is Jorasse, at the bottom station of the Ovronnaz cable car. To get there, most people fly into Geneva Airport (GVA). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport via Sion or Martigny, or rent a car to reach Ovronnaz. You will meet your guide on the morning of Day 1 in Jorasse (Ovronnaz cable car bottom station), and then the group will take the cable car up together.
Having insurance is mandatory for this adventure. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
- If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
- If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
- If canceled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
- Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48 hours grace period.

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