The site combines freshly planted orchards, a nursery, a composting area, a vineyard and an apiary, scattered in a large space where natural elements important to the life of the orchards have been preserved: hedges and natural meadows.
A path punctuated with explanatory panels will allow you to explore the site and the history of the fruit-growing civilization that marked the valley while drawing attention to the remarkable ecosystem of traditional orchards. Numerous rest areas are there to allow you to enjoy the landscapes and taste this vast space, dedicated to the rebirth of the orchards.
- Sport
La Ballastière Orchard
A new concept of orchard to discover and experience while strolling through this beautiful ensemble, located on a hill overlooking the Isère and in the heart of a region where traditional orchard meadows, combining grass and fruit, are still very present.
Sport La Ballastière Orchard Bourg-Saint-Maurice
About
Signs
The trail is indicated by yellow signs with a green inscription. You can also find yellow rectangles painted on stones or ponds.
Map references
TOP 25 IGN 3532 ET
Topoguides references
Path n°61
Further informations
Ground, Hard coating (tar, cement, flooring)
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1/ Departure is from the Bourg Saint MAurice tourist office.
2/ Go around the SNCF building to reach the skate park below.
3/ Continue on the cycle path towards the funicular and the whitewater base.
4/ Pass the canoe/kayak training lake, then 500 meters later, continue along the cycle path.
5/ After 6 km, you will reach the Ballastière orchards.
6/ The return is also via the cycle path.
Prices
Free access.
Reception
Period of practice
All year round.
Subject to snow conditions.
Services
- Pets welcome
- Car park
Contacts
Access
Depart from the skate park, Bourg St Maurice
