Hiking trail "La boucle de Betzalin"

Much of the route is in the he Mont-de-Grange reserve, established in 1984.
By being discreet and with a little patience, you may be able to observe chamois, mountain sheep and marmots .
Difficulty level : medium .

Description

From the Pré-la-Joux car park, take the path leading up towards Betzalin.
After 200m, leave the forest track on your left to take the fairly steep path alongside the stream.
After rejoining the track, cross the stream to reach the Betzalin mountain pasture. At the chalet, take the path straight ahead to Sur-le-Crac, above the Essert waterfall.

After crossing the stream, turn left onto the carriage road.

At the fork in the road, turn left onto the GR5 in the direction of Etrye. You'll stay on this track all the way to Lenlevay, where you'll enjoy a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc.

Descend into the small valley on your left to join the Covagnes and continue on the same path entering the forest and leading back to Betzalin. For the descent, take the path back up.

Additional information

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.

This route crosses the Mont de Grange nature reserve. To avoid disturbing wildlife and preserve its habitat, please respect the regulations in force.

Dogs are allowed and must be kept on a lead. It is forbidden to pick and gather plants, to litter and to use motor vehicles. Bivouacs are permitted from 7pm to 9am.

Here as elsewhere, nature deserves your attention.

• Minimum age : 8 years

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Dogs must be kept on a lead due to the presence of herds.

Prices

Free access.

Route

• Distance 8.3km
• Type of itinerary Loop
• Elevation gain 567m
• Negative elevation 567m
• Daily duration 03h20
• Marked itinerary Yes
• Details about signage Departmental signposting on a beige metal plate with green lettering.
• Types of terrain Stone, Not suitable for strollers
• Maximum altitude 1840m

Opening period

From 01/06 to 31/10 daily.

Adaptive tourism

• Not accessible in a wheelchair

Environments

• Close to a public transportation
• Near shuttle stop
• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Close to GR footpath

Location

Car park at Pré la Joux or for those without a car: Bus line 1, stop at Pré la Joux (in July & August only).