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Hiking route : The Boucle de Montorlin

This easy walk features a traditional village, meadows of hay and mountain forests.

Sport Hiking route : The Boucle de Montorlin Montchavin-les-Coches

About

Departing from Montchavin-les-Coches (73210)
Average length : 01h15
Total elevation gain : 120m
Vertical drop : 120m
Distance : 2.2km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

Take the path opposite the garage in Montchauvin that leads down to the village of Montorlin, which is well worth exploring. Then go up the narrow road starting at the basin (next to the Salle Louis Emprin) and cross the Montchavin road to get onto a wide path that climbs up to La Pierra (1km), passing a ruined chalet on your right. Take a rest in this pleasant clearing before retracing your steps directly back to Montchavin.

Loop
Total elevation gain : 120m
Altitude max : 1190m
Vertical drop : 120m

Signs

Horizontal beige panel with green writing

Difficult passages

In winter, you may encounter icy conditions on the descent, so make sure you have the right equipment.

Map references

IGN map Les Arcs La Plagne 3532ET on sale in sports stores and newsagents - You can also find all our itineraries on sale in our tourist offices (€5).

Further informations

Non-groomed itinerary, Stone, Ground, Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring)

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    Departure in front of the garage of the mechanic of Montchavin
    1/ Take the path that goes down to the village of Montorlin
    2/ Stroll through the village
    3/ Go to the Louis Emprin hall
    4/ Go up the asphalt road that leaves the pond next to the Louis Emprin hall
    5/ Cross the road and take a wide path that goes up to the Pierra (1km)
    6/ Take advantage of this clearing for a pleasant break before returning to Montchavin

    Prices

    Free of charge.

    Reception

    Open to children
    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : English, French
    Languages of documentation : English, French
    Not adapted to strollers

    Whatever you choose to do, remember to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sun cream, a small first-aid kit and the right clothes for your outing, depending on the season and weather forecast.

    Period of practice

    All year round.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Face au garage Montchavin 73210 Montchavin-les-Coches
    Departing from : Montchavin-les-Coches (73210)
    Latitude : 45.560867 - Longitude : 6.735445

    At the entrance to Montchavin, you can park in our car parks.
    The path to Montorlin starts in front of the mechanic's garage, which is on the road towards the campsite on the right.
    Once in front of the garage, the entrance to the path is opposite.

    More informations

    Information update on 18/04/2024 by Office de Tourisme de la Grande Plagne