Tour des Combins
~5 days · 61.4 mi · hard · Loop
Quick facts
What the Tour des Combins is known for
A hut-to-hut circuit of the glaciated Grand Combin massif, crossing between Valais and the Aosta Valley over the Fenêtre de Durand and the Great St Bernard Pass.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 5,299 ft to 9,314 ft over 61.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 26.6 mi · 43%
- Downhill 24.6 mi · 40%
- Flat 10.2 mi · 17%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Tour des Combins?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Tour des Combins scores 53/100, a relative rating across the 569 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Tour des Combins take?
Most backpackers hike the Tour des Combins in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 61.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Tour des Combins?
The Tour des Combins climbs roughly 19,872 ft total — about 324 ft per mile, topping out near 9,413 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.