• Sport

Thematic route: In the footsteps of the Chamois

A superb easy and fun mountain walk where you will discover, through panels and games, the life of the Mont de Grange chamois.

Sport Thematic route: In the footsteps of the Chamois La Chapelle-d'Abondance

About

Departing from La Chapelle-d'Abondance (74360)
Average length : 03h00
Total elevation gain : 380m
Vertical drop : 380m
Distance : 6.6km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

Starting from the Plan des Feux, this hike goes towards the chalets of Pertuis, in the Mont de Grange hunting reserve which has hundreds of chamois and mouflons, but also marmots. It allows you to learn about the alpine fauna thanks to 9 fun and educational panels.

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    0/ Departure from the Plan des Feux parking lot.
    1/ Take the direction " Plaine Joux " and " Chalets de Pertuis ".
    2/ Follow the itinerary by following the signs "Sur les traces du Chamois".
    3/ On the path, take on your left the path that goes up in the direction of " Chalets de Pertuis ".
    The itinerary is an out-and-back on the same path.

    Prices

    Free access.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French

    Dogs must be kept on a leash (Natura 2000 reserve zone) and hunting reserve.

    Period of practice

    From 01/06 to 30/09.
    The route is accessible outside periods of snowfall or bad weather. You are strongly advised to check access conditions with the Tourist Office. The route is potentially available for access during Spring, Summer and Autumn.

    Subject to favorable weather.

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    Equipments
    • Car park
    • Free car park
    • Parking nearby

    Access

    Route du Clos Baron Lieu-dit Plan des Feux 74360 La Chapelle-d'Abondance
    Departing from : La Chapelle-d'Abondance (74360)
    Latitude : 46.284889 - Longitude : 6.781955

    Access to the Plan des Feux car park by car by the Clos Baron road (Crêt-Béni) or on foot from the village, with about 45 minutes/1 hour acent to reach the car park. Free parking.

    Information update on 29/08/2023 by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore