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49 - L'Ecot via les Alouettes

Nestled above the gorges of the Arc, the hamlet of l'Écot awaits you. In the land where the film "Belle and Sebastian" was shot, what remains of traditional mountain homes? Let's go take a closer look… The scenery looks like it's right out of a movie set!

Sport 49 - L'Ecot via les Alouettes Bonneval-sur-Arc

About

Departing from Bonneval-sur-Arc (73480)
Average length : 02h45
Total elevation gain : 270m
Distance : 8km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

A backpacking adventure for young and old who love to dream. It's worth wearing the right shoes for the steady ascent from Bonneval, so you can enjoy this easy path at your leisure. Guided by the sweet scent of wildflowers and the breeze wafting across from Italy, you'll reach the hamlet and instantly feel like you've stepped into the past. In just a few steps through these beautifully preserved alleys, you'll find yourself transported back to 1960, when the chalets were still
inhabited all year round. After a visit to the Sainte-Marguerite chapel, would you like a breathtaking view of the day's big discovery? If so, then head back along the terraced path that passes by the Criou refuge, after taking a refreshing break at Pont Saint Clair. You'll get back to Bonneval with the feeling that today, you've been told a beautiful fairy tale.

Loop
Total elevation gain : 270m
Altitude max : 2073m

Signs

Departmental yellow markup

Map references

Map and booklet "Walks and Hikes Haute Maurienne Vanoise" (sold for €10 at the Tourist Office)

Topoguides references

Blue route n°49

Further informations

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    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French
    Languages of documentation : French
    Not adapted to strollers

    Period of practice

    From 15/06 to 15/10.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Office de Tourisme 73480 Bonneval-sur-Arc
    Departing from : Bonneval-sur-Arc (73480)
    Latitude : 45.375043 - Longitude : 7.058215

    Park in the car park at the top of the Tralenta district.
    In the summer season, it is possible to take the bus line S53 (Modane - Bonneval/Arc) and get off at the terminus of the line: go up towards the Tourist Office and take the road that goes up to the right of the Office and go to end of the street.

    More informations

    Information update on 08/03/2024 by Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise