The rut of the Chamois
Photo by Giles Laurent
Europe/Zurich
The dance of the rut
November is an exceptional month to observe the chamois, our local mountain goat. It is a period of intense activity and competition among males. Come with me for a moderate hike in the Vaud Pre Alps to discretely observe the chase and dance they put on display. Along the way we will also enjoy listening to the songbirds of our local woods and talk about the fascinating geological history events in the area.
Distance: 6 km
Elevation change: +500m / -500m
Walking time: 3.5 hours
Difficulty level: Intermediate