Snowshoeing itinerary: Les Petits Trappeurs

An ideal route for a leisurely stroll through the heart of Valfréjus winter landscape. This forest loop lets you enjoy the beauty of the snow-covered mountains.

Additional welcome

Check the weather conditions and avalanche risk before you set out (weather services, mountain rescue services, professionals, tourist office, etc.). Make sure your gear and clothing are appropriate for the forecast.
Postpone your activity if the weather forecast is poor. Follow safety instructions and do not stray from marked trails in winter.

Environments

• Forest location
• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Bottom of slopes
• Close to a public transportation
• Ski resort
• Village - 2 km away
• Bus stop < 500 m
• 10–20 minutes by car from a train station
• Less than a 10-minute walk from a bus stop

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 3 km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 150m
• Negative gradient 150m
• Daily duration 01h45
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Marked itinerary #1
• Nature of the land Ungroomed trail
• Maximum altitude 1695m

Opening period

Daily from December 15 to April 1.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

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

Documents

• Snowshoeing itinerary: Les Petits Trappeurs_Valfréjus (pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Out of respect for wildlife and skiers, please keep your dog on a leash.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• 1/ From the Valfréjus Office, head to the center of the resort
  then take the stairs on the left to reach the
  Chemin d'Arrondaz.
  2/ 0:15 – At this first intersection, head up the access road toward
  La Ramoure, passing through Petit Arrondaz. Continue straight on
  to the next junction, then turn left to join the blue
  Escargot blue alpine ski run.
  3/ 0 h 45 - After crossing the piste, follow the narrow path to the next
  next junction. Then take the narrowest path on the right
  and continue to the next intersection. Continue straight ahead
  straight ahead to re-enter the forest, staying on this path,
  return to the blue Escargot trail.
  4/ 1 hr 10 min - Cross the track and follow it slightly downhill for a few meters
  downhill for a few meters, before turning right to reach the next
  the next intersection. Then take the wide downhill path
  and return to the heart of the resort, taking the same route
  as on the outward journey.
  5/ 1 hr 45 min - Valfréjus Office.