- Sport
Le Pain de Sucre from Poingt Ravier - hiking trail
Climbing up to Pain de Sucre is the promise of a lovely walk in the delicious heat of a summer's day, discovering alpine pastures and mountain villages with their gentle way of life.
About
Signs
The trail is marked with yellow directional signs.
Map references
Map of Valloire hiking and mountain biking trails, on sale at the tourist office. IGN map 3435ET VALLOIRE - Aiguilles d'Arves / Col du Galibier is on sale in Valloire shops.
Further informations
Rock, Stone, Ground
Start: Fontaine de Poingt Ravier
1/ Take the path to the right, then turn right again at the next junction.
2/ After three kilometers, climb towards Pain de Sucre.
3/ At the summit, retrace your steps and turn left towards "Château Bernard", then back down to Poingt Ravier.
Your safety: - Bear in mind that you'll be riding in mountainous areas with sometimes technical trails, significant altitude differences and rapidly changing weather conditions. - Don't overestimate your abilities - Check the local weather forecast before setting off / www.meteofrance.com / tel: 3250 - Anticipate and adapt your clothing to the areas you'll be covering, and bring a survival blanket, windbreaker and whistle. - If you're going off on your own, be sure to provide those around you with information about your itinerary, and make sure you have a charged cell phone. - Always carry a supply of water. - Stay on marked paths. - Watch out for electric fences. - Make your presence known during hunting season (September to January) and in the vicinity of big game drives. - Help: in an emergency, call 112 Your environment : - Respect private property. - Don't light fires. - Keep your garbage and take it away. - Respect fruit crops and do not cross cultivated fields. - Don't frighten livestock. - Close park gates after passing through. Respect the direction of routes. Be careful and courteous when overtaking and crossing hikers.
Prices
Free access.
Reception
To keep the mountains a pleasure, choose an activity suited to your level of experience and physical ability. Check the weather and seek advice from qualified professionals, and tell someone about your itinerary. Set off with the right equipment: good shoes and walking poles. In your rucksack, carry a water bottle and snacks to keep your energy levels up, a survival blanket or warm clothing. Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen and sunglasses. Don't forget binoculars to add a touch of observation to your adventure.
Pets must be kept on a leash.
Period of practice
From 01/05 to 01/11.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
- Pets welcome
- Pets supplement
Contacts
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