Vaud, Switzerland
Hiking trails near Renens
122 quality-checked hiking routes are currently mapped within 40 km of Renens, Vaud, Switzerland. Together their route lines cover 1.1k km. The average route is 8.9 km with 320 m (1,050 ft) of recorded ascent.
- 122
- Trails
- 40 km
- Search radius
- 16
- Easy routes
- 2.0 km
- Closest
The directory difficulty mix is 16 easy (13%), 77 moderate (63%) and 29 hard or expert (24%). 3 routes (2%) are recorded as loops. Difficulty is calculated from available distance and elevation data; it is not a statement about technical terrain or current conditions.
The most frequent route tags are forest (43), mountain (19), alpine meadow (10), panoramic viewpoint (7). The highest recorded point in this set is 2,368 m (7,769 ft). The place-level planning field lists june to september as the preferred season; check each route and official notices for live access and weather. Via Francigena - 03 part Switzerland, Alpine Panorama Trail, Via Francigena - Historical variant currently lead this page’s directory ranking, which uses route completeness and computed route scores rather than editorial field testing.
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How do these routes differ?
A closer look at the first 6 routes in this page’s default ordering. These comparisons describe this sample, not the entire destination or a field-tested recommendation.
Shortest mapped distance in this sample
13.6 km
Via AlpinaCompare the climbing too; shortest does not necessarily mean easiest.
Lowest recorded ascent in this sample
503 m
Via Francigena - Historical variant6 of 6 have ascent data. Missing measurements are excluded.
Return logistics
0 recorded loops
Check start and finish for every option. An unknown shape does not mean a loop, and a loop does not establish access to its start.
Plan the return journey →| Route | Distance | Ascent | Moving time | Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Via Francigena - 03 part Switzerland | 207 km | 3,717 m | 54 hr | Point to point |
| Alpine Panorama Trail | 19.4 km | 536 m | 4 hr 59 min | Point to point |
| Via Francigena - Historical variant | 33.8 km | 503 m | 8 hr 21 min | Point to point |
| 43-Alpine Passes Trail | 13.9 km | 608 m | 3 hr 49 min | Point to point |
| Via Alpina | 13.6 km | 1,758 m | 5 hr 28 min | Point to point |
| Jura Crest Trail | 35.9 km | 1,520 m | 10 hr | Point to point |
Distances follow stored route lines; ascent and time are estimates. Current access, surface and technical difficulty need separate checks. How to turn a comparison into a shortlist.
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Guides around Renens
- Hiking Trails Under 10 km near Renens90
- Moderate Hiking Trails near Renens77
- Hiking Trails Under 5 km near Renens76
- Best Forest Hikes near Renens43
- Dog-Friendly Hikes near Renens43
- Hard Hiking Trails near Renens29
- Best Mountain Hikes near Renens19
- Family-Friendly Hikes near Renens16
- Easy Hiking Trails near Renens16
- Hiking Trails Over 20 km near Renens12
- Best Alpine Meadow Hikes near Renens10
- Best Panoramic Hikes near Renens7
Frequently asked questions
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All planning articles →Choosing a route
How to choose a hike beyond the difficulty label
Compare distance, climbing, route shape and missing information to build a shortlist that fits your day.
Read article →Understanding the map
Read an elevation profile without misreading the climb
Understand total ascent, net height change, profile scale and the section breakdown on each mapped route.
Read article →Planning your day
Build a hiking time plan with room for your own pace
Separate moving time, climbing allowance and stops, then explore how changing your assumptions changes the plan.
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