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Graydon Alpine Pasture

At the foot of the Roc d'Enfer mountains, this hollow coomb is a huge Alpine pasture, surrounded by stunning, steep cliffs. The Graydon chapel and surrounding chalets offer a genuine and peaceful glimpse of a mountain way of life.

alp, Natural wonder Graydon Alpine Pasture Essert-Romand

About

Essert-Romand (74110)
Animals allowed
Unguided individual tours available permanently

Located at 1340m and rising to 2243m, the Graydon meadows are easily accessible by car in summer from Essert-Romand. Graydon is the starting point for many walks including the Roc d'Enfer tour, a delightful route that winds through Alpine meadows, offering a glimpse of marmottes and deer. This circuit has superb panoramas of the Aravis mountains, the Roc d'Enfer and the Mt Blanc range. Visitors who wish to learn more about the chapel are invited to go in. It dates from the 19th century but was recently restored, providing a place to sit quietly and recharge your batteries. It hosts several services throughout the warmer months.

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    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed

    Opening

    Throughout the year : open daily
    By car or walking in the summer and by walking in the winter

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    • Sales on site
    • Restaurant
    Equipments
    • Car park

    Access

    Graydon 74110 Essert-Romand

    Access by car in summer from Essert-Romand Village
    Access by foot from Saint Jean d'Aulps: path from la Valette Hamlet

    More informations

    Information update on 13/09/2023 by Office de Tourisme de la Vallée d'Aulps