Drive silent electric Swincars through forest roads and alpine pastures above Crévoux, visit an authentic mountain village and the Parpaillon tunnel at ~2,750 m. A guided, four-hour tandem outing that blends easy handling with high-country views.
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You climb into a pair of low-slung, fully articulated electric Swincars and the forest hush rearranges itself around the vehicles. The machines pivot and lean as you drive forest roads and mountain tracks, tires whispering over gravel while pines and alpine pastures slide past. Stops include an authentic mountain village and a photo-worthy approach to the Parpaillon tunnel at roughly 2,750 m — a stark, concrete cut through high rock that contrasts with the soft grasses and lichen-streaked boulders of the surrounding ridges.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in light to moderate physical condition; mostly seated driving with short walks at stops
Wildlife
History
Routes around Crévoux and the Parpaillon were upgraded as strategic and logistical roads in the 19th–20th centuries; pastoral grazing has shaped the open pastures you’ll cross.
Conservation
Electric Swincars lower emissions and noise; stay on designated forest roads to protect fragile high-altitude vegetation and avoid creating new tracks.
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Valid driver's license required
Bring your driving license and ID — vehicles are driven by participants in tandem, and guides will check credentials before departure.
Layer for mountain weather
Temperatures can drop quickly at altitude; pack a windproof layer and gloves even on warm days.
Protect camera gear
Stops are scenic and dusty — a lens cloth and protective case will keep your gear safe during the ride.
Stay hydrated and fuel up
Carry water and a light snack; the tour includes brief stops but limited time for extended breaks in remote areas.
Valid driving license
Required to operate a Swincar; guides will verify before departure.
Closed-toe shoes
Sturdy shoes protect feet during ingress/egress and on short stops over uneven ground.
Windproof jacket
High-elevation winds and changing weather make a lightweight wind layer important.
spring
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Sun is strong at altitude; protect eyes and skin during open-road stretches.
summer