Trail conditions – June 2026

Welcome to the 2026 season at the Auberge de Salanfe!

Here is some useful information to help you prepare for your hike:

🟢 Access from the Vallon de Van is clear, except for about a 5 minute walk in the snow below the dam (no particular difficulty).

🟢 The Col du Jorat is accessible from the Salanfe side. The descent towards Mex is still a bit snowy.

🟡 The trail to Susanfe Pass is becoming increasingly visible and is starting to being used by hikers. On the Salanfe side, there is still about 1 hour of uphill walking on snow and around 45 minutes downhill. Please make sure you are properly equipped, including light crampons (microspikes) and trekking poles.

🔴 The Col Emaney, and Col Golette are still snow-covered and still difficult to pass.

As an alternative, we recommend a magnificent 2-day loop currently accessible 🥾:

Vernayaz – Gorges du Dailley – Salanfe on the way out, and Salanfe – Col de la Matze – Salvan – Gorges du Trient – ​​Vernayaz on the way back.

📍 Outbound route: bit.ly/vernayaz_salanfe

📍 Return route: bit.ly/salanfe_vernayaz

This hike can be shortened by starting from Salvan, accessible by train from Martigny (Mont-Blanc Express).

And what about when you arrive?

🐐 The ibex are already here with their most magnificent horns.

🐾 the marmots have emerged from their slumber and are whistling louder than ever.

🌞 And of course, our entire cheerful team is delighted to welcome you to a warm and friendly atmosphere in the heart of our beautiful region!

Check the live conditions on our webcam: salanfe.ch

And follow us on social media (Auberge de Salanfe and Tour des Dents du Midi) for the latest news.

For any questions, please don’t hesitate to write us an e-mail.

See you soon in Salanfe!