The ‘Pyramides de gypse’ (Gypsum Pyramids)
Description
The gypsum pyramids are a geological curiosity formed by erosion, near the Col de la Croix between Villars and Les Diablerets. What an amazing discovery to make while out hiking!
Over time, water and wind have eroded these sedimentary geological structures, creating impressive pyramids. These majestic gypsum pyramids of karstic origin testify to the history of this unspoilt natural area near the Col de la Croix, reaching a height of 1,778 metres. Accessible only in the summer, there are several paths to these amazing formations, either via the charming Lake Les Chavonnes or through the traditional, picturesque alpine meadows of Ensex and Taveyanne. If you don't want to walk too far, you can take the car or public transport to Col de la Croix, then it's a 15-minute walk to the pyramids, with the bonus of stunning views.
Contacts
Office du Tourisme des Diablerets Chemin du Collège 2, 1865 Les Diablerets, CH info@diablerets.ch +41 24 492 00 10
Office du Tourisme de Villars Avenue Centrale 140 CP 100, 1884 Villars-sur-Ollon, CH info@villars.ch +41 24 495 32 32
The gypsum pyramids are a geological curiosity formed by erosion, near the Col de la Croix between Villars and Les Diablerets. What an amazing discovery to make while out hiking!
Over time, water and wind have eroded these sedimentary geological structures, creating impressive pyramids. These majestic gypsum pyramids of karstic origin testify to the history of this unspoilt natural area near the Col de la Croix, reaching a height of 1,778 metres. Accessible only in the summer, there are several paths to these amazing formations, either via the charming Lake Les Chavonnes or through the traditional, picturesque alpine meadows of Ensex and Taveyanne. If you don't want to walk too far, you can take the car or public transport to Col de la Croix, then it's a 15-minute walk to the pyramids, with the bonus of stunning views.
Contacts
Office du Tourisme des Diablerets Chemin du Collège 2, 1865 Les Diablerets, CH info@diablerets.ch +41 24 492 00 10
Office du Tourisme de Villars Avenue Centrale 140 CP 100, 1884 Villars-sur-Ollon, CH info@villars.ch +41 24 495 32 32