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On foot
The Milk Churn Trail
landscape Easy
route 4.43 kilometers
schedule 01:20 h
trending_up 138 metres
trending_down 308 metres
A circular hike from Bretaye offering breathtaking views!
Difficulty
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Best season
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Summer
Highest point
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Lowest point
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Route Information
Start - The Milk Churn Trail
Arrival - The Milk Churn Trail
Description
From Villars, take the cog railway to Bretaye.
From Bretaye station, it's about a 15-minute walk to the Lac-Noir - Chaux-Ronde chairlift. Once at the top, take in the superb panorama before heading back down towards Conche and then Lac des Chavonnes. Milk churns punctuate the trail along t...
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Recommendations
- Stay on signposted paths
- Hike with knowledge of your route and the weather
- Look after the flora and fauna
- Don't leave rubbish behind
- Respect private property
- Keep gates and fences closed
- Keep your dog on a lead
apparel
Equipment
- A good pair of hiking boots for good grip
- Clothing suited to the weather. Conditions change rapidly in the mountains, so bring a waterproof jacket and warm clothing
- A rucksack adapted to the length of the hike and the amount of equipment
- Sun protection: sunglasses, high factor sun cream, cap or hat
- A map (or GPS)
- A first-aid kit
- Water (at least 1 litre per person) and plenty of food
Practical information
The Milk Churn Trail Pictures
Useful information and contact
Getting to Villars
On-site parking and transport
Brochures and maps
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Office du Tourisme de Villars
Avenue Centrale 140 CP 100
1884 Villars-sur-Ollon
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+41 24 495 32 32
- mail
info@villars.ch
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