• Sport

TRAIL route - The Mine

Difficulty: intermediate, Departure from Montchavin

A magnificent trail, rich in history, passing close to ancient silver-bearing lead mines that were exploited until the twentieth century.

Sport TRAIL route - The Mine Montchavin-les-Coches

About

Departing from Montchavin-les-Coches (73210)
Total elevation gain : 350m
Vertical drop : 350m
Distance : 6km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

Rich in history, this magnificent trail passes close by ancient silver-bearing lead mines that were exploited up until the 20th century. From Montchavin you take the GR5 for about 600m down to Montorlin where you join the “mine path” through the forest. The trail rises and becomes steeper, sometimes emerging into the open air. Many twists and turns finally lead to a fabulous view across the whole of the Ponthurin valley. You return to Montchavin over level ground, which is a nice relaxing way to end the trip.

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    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French
    Languages of documentation : English, French

    Period of practice

    From 29/06 to 31/08/2024.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Office de Tourisme de Montchavin Montchavin 73210 Montchavin-les-Coches
    Departing from : Montchavin-les-Coches (73210)
    Latitude : 45.560417 - Longitude : 6.73602

    - Parking at the entrance to Montchavin
    - Departure in front of the Tourist Office

    Information update on 01/01/2024 by Office de Tourisme de la Grande Plagne