• Sport

trail of the needles

This beautiful route is part of the Trail du Galibier itinerary. You'll reach the Commendraut (altitude 2114m.) via the Devil's Bridge, then the state forest, followed by pretty balcony paths.
Duration: between 2h30 and 5h

Sport trail of the needles Valloire

About

Departing from Valloire (73450)
Average length : 03h30
Total elevation gain : 1330m
Vertical drop : 1330m
Distance : 23km
Animals not allowed
Average duration of an individual visit : 03h30

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Departure : Valloire. 1- Go up to the hamlet of Poingt Ravier. 2- Follow the single track towards Gorges de l'Enfer and Pont du Diable. 3- Continue on the single winding through the communal forest. 4-Continue on to the hamlet of Les Verneys, passing through Beaujournal and Les Arolles. 5- Then take the balcony path up to Commendraut. 6- Descend to the hamlet of Bonnenuit, crossing the torrent des Aiguilles and the Valloirette on wooden footbridges. 7- Climb to the Chapelle Saint Gras and continue to the hamlet of Les Verneys before returning to Valloire.

Your security:
- Keep in mind that you are riding in mountain areas with sometimes technical trails, significant elevation where weather conditions can change quickly.
- Don't overestimate your abilities
- Check the local weather forecast before leaving / www.meteofrance.com / tel: 3250
- Anticipate and adapt your clothing according to the sectors traveled and provide a survival blanket, windbreaker and whistle.
- If you are going alone, leave information about your itinerary with those around you and make sure you have a charged mobile phone.
- Always provide a reserve of water.
- Stay on the marked paths.
- Be careful of electric fences.
- During hunting season (September to January) and near big game hunts, show your presence.
- Help: in case of emergency contact 112

Your environment:
- Respect private property.
- Do not light a fire.
- Keep your waste and bring it back.
- Respect fruit production and do not cross cultivated fields.
- Do not frighten the cattle.
- Close the park barriers after your visit.
- Respect the direction of the routes.
- Be careful and courteous when overtaking and crossing hikers.

Prices

Free access.

Reception

Animals not allowed
Languages spoken : French

To keep the mountains a pleasure, choose an activity suited to your level of experience and physical ability. Check the weather and seek advice from qualified professionals, and tell someone about your itinerary. Set off with the right equipment: good shoes and walking poles. In your rucksack, carry a water bottle and snacks to keep your energy levels up, a survival blanket or warm clothing. Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen and sunglasses. Don't forget binoculars to add a touch of observation to your adventure.

Unsuitable practice with a dog.

Period of practice

From 30/04 to 01/11.

Access

Office de Tourisme 73450 Valloire
Departing from : Valloire (73450)
Latitude : 45.165608 - Longitude : 6.429417
Information update on 07/06/2024 by Office de Tourisme de Valloire