• Sport

Walk in Foran valley

A high-altitude walk in the heart of the Foran valley on the banks of the Ormente and through the meadows

Sport Walk in Foran valley La Plagne Tarentaise

About

Departing from La Plagne Tarentaise (73210)
Average length : 01h30
Total elevation gain : 100m
Vertical drop : 100m
Distance : 3km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

Ideal for children because it is quite flat and also because of the richness of the flora and fauna in the valley (marmots, butterflies, beetles, meadow flowers,...)

Loop
Total elevation gain : 100m
Altitude max : 1700m
Vertical drop : 100m

Signs

The sign is yellow with the trail written in green.

Further informations

Stone, Ground

    1 3

    0/ Set off from St Guérin chapel.
    1/ Walk up the Foran valley as far as Laval bridge, then back down to the chapel.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French
    Adapted to all-terrain strollers

    Safety rules
    • Check the weather forecast before you leave.
    • Avoid going alone. Tell someone that you are leaving and your planned route.
    • Don't forget to drink, eat and take breaks during the hike.
    Equipment
    • Wear good shoes and clothes that are suitable for the mountains.
    • Take with you: sun cream, hat, sunglasses, warm clothes and rain gear, a mobile phone in case of problems.
    • Take a map with you. This map is given as an indication, it does not replace the IGN maps.
    Good conduct
    • Stay on the marked paths and avoid mowed fields.
    • Respect the environment.
    • Watch out for herds of animals, keep your dog on a lead.
    • Please take your rubbish away with you.

    In case of accident: 112 or 18
    Weather: 32 50

    Period of practice

    From 01/06 to 15/10.
    Depending on weather conditions.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Chapelle St Guérin Foran La Côte d'Aime 73210 La Plagne Tarentaise
    Departing from : La Plagne Tarentaise (73210)
    Latitude : 45.605843 - Longitude : 6.674118
    Moving across the city : La Côte-d'Aime (73210), La Plagne Tarentaise (73210)
    Information update on 18/04/2024 by Office de Tourisme de la Grande Plagne