Go to the left of the chapel in Très Ies Pierres and continue
along the track until it forks. Turn right onto a wide road that climbs steadily
through the forest past waterfalls until it reaches the Boudimes high pasture.
Continue on the same track through woods with occasional clearings until you reach the Torrens chalet and the GR5 (major long-distance footpath marked in red and white that runs through the Alps from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean).
Take the GR up to the left until you reach Les Mattes where you arrive at the turning to the beautiful Grange combe. Follow the
path down past le Pron until it comes to a track that crosses it at right angles. Turn right and some yards further on fork left. Continue on this jeep track until you arrive back at your starting point in Très les Pierres.
- Sport
Walking route - Les Mattes
A trail for experienced hikers that takes you from mountain pasture to mountain pasture through forest and clearings to Les Mattes.
About
Signs
Departmental signposting on a beige metal plate with green lettering.
Map references
Top 25 IGN 3528 ET
Topoguides references
Châtel walking map for €3 Topo guide "Balades et randonnées en Vallée d'Abondance" (Walks and hikes in the Abondance Valley) for €5 (Maps for sale at the tourist office)
Further informations
Stone, Ground
Prices
Free access.
Reception
Whichever walk you choose, we recommend that you :
- Wear appropriate footwear and always take with you: warm clothing, preferably waterproof, plenty of water, sunglasses, sun cream and a small first-aid kit.
- Do not set off alone.
- Inform someone living in the valley of your plans.
- Do not change the planned itinerary indiscriminately. But do not hesitate to shorten it if necessary.
- Carry a map and even a torch.
- Check the weather forecast before setting off.
- In the event of a thunderstorm, move away from ridges, passes and summits as soon as possible and never take shelter under an isolated tree.
Dogs must be kept on a lead due to the presence of herds.
Period of practice
From 01/06 to 31/10.
- Pets welcome
- Car park
- Free car park
Contacts
Access
Car park Très les Pierres. Bus line 1, stop Très les Pierres (July & August).
