Le Chamossaire
Mountain Mountain in Vaud offering panoramic alpine views
Le Chamossaire in canton Vaud is an alpine summit served by nearby resort lifts and trails; hikers and ski tourers use it for mountain routes and views over Lake Geneva.
How to Get to Le Chamossaire #
Le Chamossaire is reached from Villars‑sur‑Ollon. From Lausanne or Aigle, take regional trains to Aigle and then the train/coach toward Villars. From Villars the resort lifts or marked trails lead up toward Chamossaire.
Tips for Visiting Le Chamossaire #
- If using the Villars‑Gryon chairlifts, buy a combined ticket to save time and reach the upper ridges quickly.
- The summit ridge gives wide views of the Rhone valley; aim for morning for the clearest light.
- Local winter ski patrols manage avalanche risk-check local mountain bulletins before attempting off‑piste routes.
Best Time to Visit Le Chamossaire #
Le Chamossaire is a mountain near the Vaud Alps above Villars-sur-Ollon, offering ski runs and summer hiking with views toward the Rhone Valley and Mont Blanc.
Weather & Climate near Le Chamossaire #
Le Chamossaire's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1575 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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