Neuchâtel · Cross-country skiing

Chemin de la Merde

A 1.4-mile cross-country ski trail that makes a loop in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

1.4 mi
loop
245 ft
climb
4,400 ft
high point
Loop
route

Chemin de la Merde is a 1.4-mile cross-country ski trail that makes a loop in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, inside Parc régional Chasseral. It runs between about 4,240 ft and 4,400 ft above sea level, with roughly 240 ft of climbing over the route. It is mapped as an easy route. It is groomed for classic and skate skiing. The nearest town is Les Hauts-Geneveys, about 1.3 miles northwest of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Tête de Ran, Crêt Meuron and Petite Corbatière. Cascade is within about 3 miles. For camping, Bois-du-Couvent and Camping La Belle Verte are within about 6 miles. There are 10 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.

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