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Sleeping in this Remote Cabin in Switzerland
Hello! Welcome to a new video from my solo vanlife adventures, this time I'm on the Swiss side of the Mont Blanc massif in the Ferret Valley. Leaving my van behind in La Fouly and hiking up to the interesting looking bivouac named "Bivouac du Dolent" names after Mont Dolent which stands tall behind the bivouac and separates France, Switzerland and Italy.
The cabin was reached by a short but very steep trail that followed some ladders to begin with then was just relentless incline, the cabin is well equipped and sleeps 12 people and is managed by the CAS (Swiss Alpine Club)
I hope you enjoy the video and if you have any questions please let me know!
To follow more up to date adventures and more behind the scenes follow my instagram willem.explores
Happy Adventuring!
#bivouac #montdolent #camping #vanlife
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  • @dodgecityvanlife
    @dodgecityvanlife 22 дні тому

    Nice 👍

  • @doraexplora9046
    @doraexplora9046 27 днів тому

    Well I screwed up my floor, so I'm now going to do it properly. I think your idea is the best. I'll cut it such that the floor fits perfectly and glue and screw the wood to the floor as well as around the sides where it touches. I should have done the vinyl and not poly carpet as the poly carpet traps and holds everything! Including your grandmothers teeth!

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  • @nemanjagradinac5419
    @nemanjagradinac5419 Місяць тому

    Mate, those sunnies, make you Ironman ready nooooo lie! You’ve got it 🤙

  • @mykxl
    @mykxl Місяць тому

    Great video! I did Helvellyn via Striding Edge and then down by Swirel a couple weeks back, an absolutely brilliant hike made a ton more fun by the snow.

  • @ohwhataknight
    @ohwhataknight Місяць тому

    Cracking few days mate, lovely little edit.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens Місяць тому

    Outstanding episode guys, such a enjoyable filming and storytelling! Love it 👏👏

  • @blbeats7845
    @blbeats7845 Місяць тому

    nice video, have a speedy recovery bro

  • @cotswoldscricketcoaching
    @cotswoldscricketcoaching Місяць тому

    wicked bruv bring on the ACL

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores Місяць тому

      Thank you mate, recovery starts now 👊🏻

  • @nickmitchell9269
    @nickmitchell9269 Місяць тому

    That's a funny looking set of pixels in the disthroke ekeknnejls sn..as..ekem

  • @Doss_Day
    @Doss_Day 2 місяці тому

    You inspired me to finally start editing/publishing my videos :)

  • @TalesFromAbroad-SJ
    @TalesFromAbroad-SJ 2 місяці тому

    What a fantastic adventure! The Swiss side of the Mont Blanc massif is just breathtaking, and staying in such a remote cabin adds a whole new layer of excitement. That hike up to Bivouac du Dolent sounds challenging but so rewarding, especially with views over France, Switzerland, and Italy. The cabin itself looks cozy, perfect for winding down after a tough climb. Can't wait to see more from your travels! 🏔🚶‍♂🇨🇭

  • @ArnBek
    @ArnBek 2 місяці тому

    Cool video of this amazing place.🤩🤩 I visited the bivouac last year and made myself a yt video. Congrats on capturing the spirit of the place. cool shots! Well Done!!!

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 2 місяці тому

      Thanks bro! I just checked your video out too so good 👊🏻

    • @ArnBek
      @ArnBek 2 місяці тому

      @WillemExplores Thanks vm Mate! Keep the good work coming!!! 💪👍

  • @pinkfloyd20478
    @pinkfloyd20478 3 місяці тому

    Great video! Loved watching it! Do you have to book this bivouac?

  • @camillafrabetti
    @camillafrabetti 3 місяці тому

    This is insane 😍

  • @Yazoo3322
    @Yazoo3322 3 місяці тому

    💪🔥

  • @Yazoo3322
    @Yazoo3322 3 місяці тому

    💯 Let’s goooo!!! ✊🔥

  • @LuisLovesFilm
    @LuisLovesFilm 3 місяці тому

    Dude keep the content up, love watching as always 👏🏻

  • @labbott554
    @labbott554 3 місяці тому

    Great Video Bro !! insane quality and editing 🔥🔥 loving the content, so high standard. proper cinematic stuff 🏕️🎥

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 2 місяці тому

      The best is yet to come but I appreciate it!

  • @Yazoo3322
    @Yazoo3322 3 місяці тому

    Been following you on insta, and only just realised you have a UA-cam channel! Have just subscribed and gonna catch up on all your videos! Huge congrats on your iron man race 💪🔥 Love you and your content mate 🫶 Let’s gooooo!!!! 🤘❤️‍🔥 Oh, and love the editing and choice of music! It’s epic

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      Thanks for coming over here! Much to learn for UA-cam still… Ironman video coming soon 🔜

    • @Yazoo3322
      @Yazoo3322 3 місяці тому

      @@WillemExplores Can’t wait for the next upload 🫶

  • @beckyclayton9125
    @beckyclayton9125 3 місяці тому

    Ooo I can hear the mountains calling. Here for the extra utube content 🗻

  • @tracyanneevans5634
    @tracyanneevans5634 3 місяці тому

    Great video, looks amazing out there!

  • @Clocsh
    @Clocsh 3 місяці тому

    This is fantastic 🎉

  • @joefletcher360
    @joefletcher360 3 місяці тому

    Amazing Vid, lets go mate!

  • @jamescain7842
    @jamescain7842 3 місяці тому

    Love the content!

  • @herethereandeverywhereYT
    @herethereandeverywhereYT 3 місяці тому

    Great video loved how you stitched the instagram stories in something ive always struggled with in my videos 🎉

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      Was mainly because I forgot to record those clips in landscape but we won’t let anyone know bro 🤣🤣

    • @herethereandeverywhereYT
      @herethereandeverywhereYT 3 місяці тому

      @ the amount of times ive done that and just skipped over it in the video now i know to just add a white background and thats problem solved

  • @dylanqxc
    @dylanqxc 3 місяці тому

    the cinematographic quality of these shots is impecable, gj willem

    • @dylanqxc
      @dylanqxc 3 місяці тому

      reminding me of ben brown visuals

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      Means a lot bro! Working on my craft! Just the beginning

  • @sketchydude6327
    @sketchydude6327 3 місяці тому

    Another epic vid dude! Absolutely love your climbing/hiking content, definitely inspires me. I’ve climbed the big mountains in the UK, yet to explore Europe. Any recommendations with the most epic views for a single climber would be appreciated dude. Look forward to your next adventure.

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      Thanks dude, have so many recommendations, depends what country you wanna visit!!!!

    • @sketchydude6327
      @sketchydude6327 3 місяці тому

      @ The Dolomites look pretty awesome?

  • @Oliveroutside
    @Oliveroutside 3 місяці тому

    Such a good video bro definitely need more of these! 🌀🌀🌀

  • @zaynablunat3368
    @zaynablunat3368 3 місяці тому

    So fun watching this !!!!!! l also love the mixture of filming you put together for this - keep these videos coming! Maybe weekly vlogs!?

  • @scottishmaninavan
    @scottishmaninavan 3 місяці тому

    That section after the ladder looks mad. I've heard that's the worst part, still gonna do it next time I'm in Europe though 😂👌

  • @scottishmaninavan
    @scottishmaninavan 3 місяці тому

    Superb ma man 👌😁

  • @joshprowting
    @joshprowting 3 місяці тому

    Yes Willem good to see you living the dream brother. Huge inspiration, no acl no problemo you beast haha

  • @feekramer6454
    @feekramer6454 3 місяці тому

    but how do you find these bivacos?

  • @JackTriathlon
    @JackTriathlon 3 місяці тому

    Peaceful this

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      Thanks bro! More to come, new camera soon

  • @bugoutsurvivaltips.
    @bugoutsurvivaltips. 3 місяці тому

    Hello bro jw how much does the window cost for the van where can I get one thanks

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      can't remember now mate it was a while ago but it was from trade glass uk they are based in Lutterworth check their instagram or website tell them I sent you

  • @ErinPrior-d6u
    @ErinPrior-d6u 3 місяці тому

    What vinyl did you use?

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      Some random one from a local carpet supplier shop he had just rolls of it outside but it’s designed for bathrooms so it’s a bit thicker than normal

  • @ryanashton4263
    @ryanashton4263 3 місяці тому

    Bro did episode 1 then dipped for 8 months and did 1 week out

  • @hughmorgan6578
    @hughmorgan6578 3 місяці тому

    Great video. Looking forward to the ironman itself.

  • @vladnosko7840
    @vladnosko7840 3 місяці тому

    you’re beast! inspire me to try finish ironman someday

  • @jayjayr3477
    @jayjayr3477 3 місяці тому

    Unreal achievement hope I can make this my life after uni

  • @JackTriathlon
    @JackTriathlon 3 місяці тому

    lav it pal, boss video

  • @CozMiikIStatIIk
    @CozMiikIStatIIk 3 місяці тому

    9:14 some net that will!!!😂😂

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      when you got to serve school dinners at 6 and got go-karting at 7

    • @ironmantooltime
      @ironmantooltime 3 місяці тому

      Dude if u did 13:51 that's freaking insane, you couldn't even swim a year ago 😂👏😎🤘🤘🤘

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      @@ironmantooltimeyou wait and see haha

  • @ksfwfc2899
    @ksfwfc2899 3 місяці тому

    walls first

    • @freedawatermelon
      @freedawatermelon 2 місяці тому

      I don't think I've seen anyone do walls first. What's the reason?

  • @owenmorts
    @owenmorts 5 місяців тому

    Where do you keep all your clothes bro ? 😂

    • @WillemExplores
      @WillemExplores 3 місяці тому

      behind the cushions in the bed there was loads of storage there!