From the Bruyères parking lot, you enter a dense forest of oak and beech trees, ideal on hot days as the climb to the Col du Grapillon is quite steep.
Too bad the ski lift on your right can't help!
Once you've reached the Col, you're back on an easier and, above all, airier ridge path, allowing you to recover before reaching the summit: from the pointe de la Cochette, there's a lovely panorama of the Bauges, Belledonne, the Italian side of Mont-Blanc and as far as the Monts du Lyonnais.
Here you'll find the large metal cross facing the Entremonts valley: its openwork is a reminder of the violent winds that can sometimes occur, so keep a close eye on the weather!
On the way back, pick out a few mushrooms here and there along the trail to make a well-deserved omelette, as well as a little gourmet break on the way back at the Auberge du Praz, where Grégory will delight your taste buds!
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Pointe de la Cochette
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Sport Pointe de la Cochette Entremont-le-Vieux
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Departure point: Bruyères parking lot, Désert d'Entremont.
1/ From the parking lot, cross the D45 and take the path to the right of the “L'Auberge Du Praz” restaurant (yellow markings). 2/ The climb begins in the forest and then crosses a meadow. After the meadow and a fairly steep climb, you come to the Col du Grapillon 1,509 m. 3/ At the pass, take the path on the left (yellow markings) towards “Pointe de la Cochette 1,618 m”. 4/ On arrival, panoramic views of Mont Blanc, the Granier range, the Entremonts valley and the Chartreuse valley. Return by the same route.
Prices
Free of charge.
Reception
Period of practice
From 01/05 to 30/11.
Subject to favorable weather.
Services
- Pets welcome
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