Creux du Van – View of the Creux du Van loop from Les Rochats

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Switzerland

Vaud

Jura-Nord vaudois

Creux du Van – View of the Creux du Van loop from Les Rochats

Moderate

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Creux du Van – View of the Creux du Van loop from Les Rochats

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16.5km

450m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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6.78 km

Soliat Summit (1,465 m)

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The summit of Soliat (1463 m) is the highest point of the tour. The view from here is just awesome on the Jura and the Alps.

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6.80 km

View of Mont Blanc

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Very nice views in almost all directions

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6.87 km

View of the Bernese Alps

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In good weather, a great view...

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8.04 km

Creux du Van

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The Creux du Van is approximately 1,200 meters wide and 500 meters deep. The total length of the rock faces, which drop approximately 160 meters vertically, is approximately four kilometers. …

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8.44 km

View of the Creux du Van

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The Creux du Van is approximately 1,200 meters wide and 500 meters deep. The total length of the rock faces, which drop approximately 160 meters vertically, is approximately four kilometers. …

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8.60 km

Border stone between Vaud and Neuchâtel

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Border stone between Neuchâtel and Vaud.

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8.61 km

Creux du Van

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The Creux du Van is approximately 1,200 meters wide and 500 meters deep. The total length of the rock faces, which drop approximately 160 meters vertically, is approximately four kilometers. …

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8.85 km

The Creux du Van is an exceptional natural site that offers an unforgettable excursion. To get to these rocky edges, you can climb (run) from Noiraigue on foot or by bike, with or without electricity.

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16.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.00 km

5.01 km

3.50 km

Surfaces

7.47 km