Chemin des Gardes by le Seuil on foot

In the summer, you can effortlessly get up the mountain by cable car to explore the Arrondaz plateau. Off-season, you must rely on your legs to power up to the top. Welcome to the high-altitude plateaux of Valfréjus. What a complete change of scene! One thing's for sure, you won't want to leave it at that...

Description

At the foot of the prestigious peaks of Valfréjus, get ready to succumb to the many charms of the high mountains. Punta Bagna, Pointe de Fréjus, Pointe d'Arrondaz... here they all are, watching over you. When you arrive on the plateau, you'll be greeted by herds of animals, traditional chalets, and a clear sky: a truly captivating sight that'll make you forget all about the valley below. In the silence of the alpine meadows, broken only by the bells of the herds and the murmur of the Grand Vallon torrent, stop at the Arrondaz chalets to bask in the tranquillity of this protected area. At this time of year, it's hard to imagine this area blanketed in snow... The way back to the resort involves a descent 660 metres, take care on the way down. It'll be a challenge for your legs and ankles if you're not used to skipping along on rocky trails. Go at your own pace and breathe in the fresh air.

Additional welcome

The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.

• Minimum age: 10 years

Environments

• Close to a public transportation
• Forest location
• Near shuttle stop
• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Village center
• Presence of livestock and guard dogs

Rates

Free entry but transport fee applies.

Itinerary

• Distance 6.9km
• Route type One-way ticket
• Negative gradient 670m
• Daily duration 02h15
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Mixed markings (PR: yellow blade and GR: red and white)
• Nature of the land Stone, Ground, Not suitable for strollers
• Maximum altitude 2220m

Opening period

From 15/03 to 15/10.
Accessible by ski lift in summer.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

To reach the start of the hike, take the Arrondaz cable car.
By bus: Line 1 - Tourist Office stop.
By car: park in front of the Valfréjus Tourist Office.

Documents

• Chemin des Gardes by le Seuil on foot (pdf)
• Chemin des Gardes by le Seuil on foot (pdf)
• Chemin des Gardes by le Seuil on foot (pdf)
• Chemin des Gardes by le Seuil on foot (pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Pets allowed on leash only.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.