Grand Bisse de Lens Hike
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Route Description for Grand Bisse de Lens Hike
The Grand Bisse de Lens Hike is an amazing adventure, as it highlights an important element of local and cultural history in the Crans-Montana region. Like all Valaisan bisses, for centuries it helped irrigate vines and other crops which served to feed the inhabitants of Valais.
Setting out from the starting point in Icogne, you will follow along the bisse and enjoy wonderful views of the surrounding landscape and villages. Passing below the Statue du Christ-Roi, the trail will bend to the northeast and lead you into Chermignon-d'en-Bas, where you can either find a ride back to the starting point or backtrack along the trail.
Getting to the Grand Bisse de Lens Hike Trailhead
To get to Icogne by car, take the exit of the A9 motorway (Rhône motorway) called "Sion Est". Right after the motorway exit, at the roundabout, take the third exit and follow the signposts indicating Ayent/Savièse. At the second roundabout, take the second exit still following the signs for Ayent/Savièse, and the second exit at the third roundabout before the tunnel. At the roundabout after the tunnel, take the first exit on the right towards Champlan/Ayent. You pass through the villages of Champlan/Grimisuat/Botyre (Ayent). In the village of Botyre/Ayent, follow the signs to Crans-Montana and follow the road for about 3.1mi to Icogne.Route Information
When to do:
Year-Round
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
One Way
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