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Via Francigena - Section 9
From Lausanne to Aosta - ""
Walking: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 - 12 - 13 - 14 - 15 - 16 - Guided: 16 - Cycling: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8
The ninth section of the Via Francigena goes from Lausanne to Aosta, spanning two countries, Switzerland and France. In this section across the Switzerland, you will first circle the Lake Geneva until reaching Villeneuve, and then heading south towards Aosta. As long as you are walking along the Lake Geneva, the landscape is quite flat, just scattered with some steep climbs. After several flat kilometres through the Rhone Valley, you will start to steadily climb until Bourg Saint Pierre, with some steeper sections. Tremendous Alp sceneries will surround you during this section, and the highlights of this trip are of course the beautiful city of Lausanne and its overviewing cathedral, the Lake Geneva, the Chateau de Chillon in Montreux, the historic village of Bourg-St Pierre and the tremendous green Aosta Valley in Italy, surrounding by the Alps, offering you outstanding sceneries.
Your way on the Via Francigena is made easy by sign posting. In England, you will look out for pilgrim sign, whereas in France you have to check the red and white strips. Also, in our holiday pack is included detailed walking notes and maps making navigation even easier.
Following the footsteps of centuries of pilgrim, you will stay in 1,2,3 star hotel, and farmstay accommodation all en-suite. We transfer your luggage from hotel to hotel so you can travel comfortably with just a small backpack.
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Day by Day & Hotels
Hotels & country cottages have been carefully selected for their location, comfort, character, food, and friendliness of the staff. They are subject to availability and if the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with one of the same standard of comfort & price. Please click on hotel information below.
There are 10 days
Day 1: Lausanne
You will be booked in an en-suite hotel room in the centre of the town. Lausanne is called ... .. read more >
Meals: N/A Luggage Transfer: No
You will be booked in an en-suite hotel room in the centre of the town. Lausanne is called the Switzerland’s San Francisco. This nickname is due to the fact that Lausanne is scattered with incredibly steep hills, above the Lake Geneva. In there, highlights are the Notre-Dame cathedral, overviewing the Lake and the old town, the Olympic Museum and the Beaulieu Castle.
Town Facilities: ATM, shops, all facilities. Lodging: An en suite room http://www.fassbindhotels.com/en-hotel-city.html
Day 2: Lausanne to Vevey
20km, +467 m / -459 m: Today is you first walking day of the section. While you are leadin ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
20km, +467 m / -459 m: Today is you first walking day of the section. While you are leading Lausanne, you will walk along the Lake Geneva . Right before your arrival in Vevey, your route will steeply climb into the vineyard terraces, but then return to the lake side in Vevey.
Day 3: Vevey to Aigle
27km, +257 m / -230 m: Today, the first part of your walk will follow the Route 70 by the ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
27km, +257 m / -230 m: Today, the first part of your walk will follow the Route 70 by the lake shore. When arriving in Villeneuve, you will turn left and continue onto the Rhone plaine and then follow pleasant pathway by the Rhone until Aigle. On your route, Montreux is a culture centre, with a lot of events along the year. You will also see the Chateau of Chillon on your way.
Day 4: Aigle to Saint-Maurice
18km, +158 m / -150 m: This entire section between Aigle and Saint Maurice, you will be w ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
18km, +158 m / -150 m: This entire section between Aigle and Saint Maurice, you will be walking by the Rhone bank, which means that your route is quite flat today. In Saint Maurice you can see the beautiful Abbey, situated against a cliff.
Day 5: Saint-Maurice to Martigny
17km, +297 m / -245 m: Today your route will follow higher paths and roads until the vill ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
17km, +297 m / -245 m: Today your route will follow higher paths and roads until the village of Martigny, after few kilometres alongside the Rhone. In Martigny, look out for the Roman archaeological remains, and especially the amphitheatre.
Day 6: Martigny to Orsières
20km, +872 m / -460 m: Today is a climbing day until Orsières. Right after leaving Mart ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
20km, +872 m / -460 m: Today is a climbing day until Orsières. Right after leaving Martigny, your route will follow narrow tracks, especially forest tracks, with stiff ascents. Highlights in Orsières are the church and its bell-tower.
Day 7: Orsières to Bourg-St Pierre
13km, +1039 m / -304 m: For this walking day, you will steadily climb from Orsières to B ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
13km, +1039 m / -304 m: For this walking day, you will steadily climb from Orsières to Bourg-St Pierre, on off-road sections with short steeper sections. Bourg-St Pierre is a very small and typical alpine village, which has been an important stage for the Napoleon’s Italy campaign.
Day 8: Bourg St Pierre - Col Du Grand San ...
12km, +1123 m / -300 m: This walking day will see you make your way along a route which ha ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
12km, +1123 m / -300 m: This walking day will see you make your way along a route which has been in constant use for over 2,000 years. After leaving Bourg St Pierre you will make your way south towards the Colle del San Bernardo. Along the way you will pass the Lac des Toules and its dam. The Col du Grand St. Bernard sits at 2,469m above sea-level and has been used over the centuries by the armies of Rome and Napoleon as well as pilgrims. The pass is perhaps most famous for its hospice where the famous St. Bernard dogs were originally bred.
Town Facilities: ATM, Internet, shops, all facilities. Lodging: An en suite room in 2* hotel.
Day 9: Great St Bernard Summit to Aosta
30km, +617 m / -2485 m: Your last walking day will see you gradually descend to the town o ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
30km, +617 m / -2485 m: Your last walking day will see you gradually descend to the town of Aosta along the banks of the Torrente Buthier river. Aosta was originally founded by an alpine tribe known as the Salassi. The towns position as a gateway to the Alps saw it change hands many times over the centuries. It was held by the Romans, Burgundians, Ostrogoths, Byzantines, and the Frankish before it finally became part of the Kingdom of Italy. As a result of this history there is an abundance of ancient remains around the town including the Augusta Praetoria Roman ruins. PS: This long walking day can be split in two walking days of 14 and 16km instead of 30km, staying in the village of Etroubles.
Town Facilities: ATM, shops, all facilities. Lodging: An en suite room www.lepageot.info
Day 10: Aosta
This is the end of your holiday after breakfast. .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast Luggage Transfer: No
This is the end of your holiday after breakfast.
Prices & Booking
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Options: We can upgrade your holiday in 4, 5* and Paradors. We can also offer extra nights and airport transfers. Ask us!
Families: We are now offering 40% off prices for children aged between 3-9 years old, and 20% off prices for children aged between 10-17 years old. Children under 3 come free.
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High Season |
989 |
1219 |
Single: 95 |
Single: 1353 |
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Mid Season |
949 |
1149 |
Single: 90
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Low Season |
889 |
1059 |
Single: 90 |
Single: 1186 |
Note: We call it "split walking" when we divide a long days walk into 2 shorter days if you wish to take your time. Let us know!
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General details
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Distance: 157.5Km
Duration: 9 nights
Activity: 
Walking
Comfort: In Style
Meals: Half Board
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Price: From €999
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(1,2) Leisurely (3,4) Stimulating (5) A Challenge
Our holidays are graded by 3 categories of difficulty: Leisurely, Stimulating and A Challenge. This grading system will allow you to select the ideal holiday for yourself or your group. We aim to offer you the best experiences and unforgettable memories on a holiday where your desire for a challenge, comfort and safety are our priority. As the abilities of everybody are different, it’s important that you decide on a holiday which best suits your own needs and capabilities. You should take some time to look over our grading system so you can decide which holiday is best for you!
How do we grade?
When grading our holidays we take 3 main factors into consideration: Distance, Gradient and Trail Type (i.e. mountain track, forest road, surfaced road, etc.)
Our Easy walking and cycling holidays are best for families with young children. With older children, experience and fitness level should be considered when deciding on a holiday.
Leisurely(1,2)
• Time: Under 5 hours per day on average.
• Gradient: Gentle, no steep climbs
• Trail Type: Walking path, easily accessible
• Suitable for: Everybody. Some easy preparation walks should increase your enjoyment.
Stimulating(3,4)
• Time: 5 to 7 hours / less than 20km per day on average
• Gradient: Up to 1000m ascent per day on average, possibility of some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, not technically difficult
• Suitable for: Moderate level of fitness required. Some weekend walks of around 3-4 hours should help your preparation.
A Challenge (5)
• Time: Days can be over 7 hours / 20km
• Gradient: Days can be more than 1000m, some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, can be technically difficult
• Suitable for: Good level of fitness required. Previous experience would be best. Regular weekend walks of 4-5 hours or more are advisable in the months leading up to your holiday. These should include some mountain walks.
Please find below information on how to get to your destination and back. You can also look at our "Camino flight Finder" page, and our airport guide.
To Lausanne
By Plane
- From Geneva airport (Cointrin)
The trip to Lausanne takes about 45 minutes and there are 3 departures per hour. Most connections are direct and there is no need to change. Full timetable details are available at http://www.sbb.ch/en/index.htm
- From Zurich airport (Kloten)
The trip to Lausanne takes 2½ hours. There are 2 departures per hour and some trains require changing in Bern or Zurich main station. To check the timetable please refer to the link above and make your request by using Zurich Airport as point of departure and Lausanne, for arrival.
- From Basel airport (EuroAirport)
The railway station is not in the airport but there is a shuttle service that gets you to the main train station (Basel SBB), in 20 minutes. The trip to Lausanne takes about 2½ hours. There are 2 trains per hour and most trains require changing in Bern or in Biel/Bienne. To check timetables please refer to the link above and make your request by using Basel Airport as point of departure and Lausanne, for arrival.
By Train
There are good train connections from Paris, Lyon, and Milan. You can check timetables at http://www.sbb.ch/en/index.htm
From Paris
A TGV connects Paris "Gare de Lyon" with Lausanne. The trip takes about 4 hours and requires no changes. There are 4 departures a day.
From Lyon
From "Lyon Part-Dieu" station, the trip to Lausanne takes about 2½ hours. There is one train every two hours and it is always necessary to change in Geneva main station.
From Milan
From Milan main station, the trip to Lausanne takes roughly 4 hours (3 hours with Cisalpino). There is one departure every two hours and usually changing train is not necessary
Fly back from: Turin, or Milan
1 - Turin: Ryanair, Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, Iberia and Lufthansa are among the airlines flying from Turin. Thomas Cook Airlines and Thomson Airways also operate seasonal flights to destinations in Ireland and the UK. Airport info www.turin-airport.com
2 - Milan (Malpensa): Malpensa is the main international airport for Milan and virtually all airlines operate there. It is situated about 30km north-west of Milan. Airport info www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/malpensa/index.phtml
Milan (Orio al Serio): Most destinations in Europe are served from Orio al Serio Airport with Ryanair being the main operator. It is situated about 30km north-east of Milan. Airport info www.sacbo.it/Airpor/portalProcess.jsp
Milan (Linate): Linate is the closest airport to Milan city centre. Most destinations in Europe are served from Orio al Serio Airport with Alitalia being the main operator. It is situated about 5km to the east of the city centre. Airport info www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/linate/
To reach those airports, you must take the train from the Aosta train station. You can check on this website for more information: http://www.trenitalia.com/
Included:
Luggage transferred from hotel to hotel
Rooms en-suite in nice hotel with character
Half Board during the hike
Holiday Pack: inc. notes & map(s) & pilgrim passport, what to bring, language book
Emergency number 24/7. On the ground support
Not Included:
Flights
Insurance (recommended)
Drinks
Dinner first and last nights
Transfer from/to airport
