This loop takes you deep into the forest on the hills above Chandolin. Start the hike by walking up the ski trail, then turn off and head into the Chandolin forest. This gentle trail takes you through a peaceful landscape to the hamlet of “Pramarin.” The trail winds its way uphill through the chalets until it reaches a path branching off to the right, leading you to the Illhorn ski run. From this point, a magnificent panoramic view of the mountains at the far end of the valley unfolds before you. Below, you’ll spot the Illhorn hut. Feel free to stop there for a well-deserved break and enjoy a drink on its panoramic terrace. Resume your hike by heading up the trail and continue on to the Chandolin alp. The trail then follows a forest road to the junction with the ski run, which takes you back down to the village.
OUR ADVICE
Take a well-deserved break on the beautiful terrace of the Cabane Illhorn. The view of the valley and the many 4,000-meter peaks is magnificent.
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| Useful information | From the bus station in Chandolin, head toward the Tourist Office. From there, take the road that climbs to the right and follow it alongside the Illhorn ski trail. After a fairly challenging climb, turn left onto the famous Sierre-Zinal trail. This trail takes you through a peaceful landscape, through the forest, to the hamlet of “Pramarin.” After a short climb across fields, follow the upper trail that loops back to the right. Cross the ski run and descend along the edge of the run to the Illhorn Hut for a well-deserved break. Head back up the run and continue toward Plan Losier. From there, head back down to Chandolin along the forest road until you reach the junction with the ski trail. Descend along the edge of the trail to the village. |
