Fionnay - Col des Otanes - Corbassière
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Safety information
Use of the trails and the information on this website is at your own risk. Local conditions may entail changes to routes. Valais/Wallis Promotion accepts no liability for the accuracy and completeness of information on this website.
For all trails:
- Use marked trails only, and take note of all signposting – for both your own safety as well as that of grazing animals and to avoid disturbing wildlife.
- Close gates after passing through.
- Please treat other trail users, as well as the plants and animals, with respect.
For mountain trails:
- Take extra care protecting yourself from the sun at high altitudes. UV radiation can be exceptionally strong, even in cloudy weather.
- Plan your trail carefully: take the fitness level of each participant, weather forecast and season into consideration.
- Weather conditions can change quickly in the mountains, without warning. Appropriate clothing is therefore essential, along with adequate supplies of food and water. In case of uncertain weather conditions, turn back in good time.
- Inform others of the route you plan to take. Whenever possible, avoid going alone.
- Take note of warning signs indicating the constant danger in river beds and along watercourses below dams and reservoirs: water levels may rise rapidly without warning.
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Turn-by-turn directions
From the village of Fionnay, take the path that runs along the Dranse de Bagnes towards Bonatchiesse, then branch off to begin a substantial 1,400 meter ascent. Pass through La Tseumette, where you’ll encounter another alpine trail starting from Mauvoisin, and which joins yours during the ascent to the Col des Otanes. Once over this rocky pass, the rest of the route is downhill. Head to the FXB Panossière hut first then join the Bisse de Corbassière before your final descent through the woods to Fionnay.
Fionnay - Bonatchiesse - La Tseumette - Col des Otanes - Cabane FXB Panossière - Bisse de Corbassière - Fionnay
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Public transport
Take the train to Martigny, then change and take a connection to Le Châble. Take the bus from here to the village of Fionnay.Getting there
Take the A9 highway to Martigny and continue on the road to Grand-Saint-Bernard, and then on the road to Mauvoisin in the Val de Bagnes until you reach Fionnay.Parking
Free parking is available along the road near the Fionnay bus stop.Coordinates
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Equipment
We recommend:
- Good footwear
- Weather-appropriate clothing: always carry a waterproof jacket
- Hat or peak cap
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Hiking poles
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