Walking route - Petit Châtel

Easy walk to décourvrir Châtel and the Abondance valley from the heighs and some traditional wooden farmhouses.
From the village center, climb to Petit Châtel. Area to park, on the left, at the corner.

Description

Take the asphalt Ryz path rising straight ahead. Continue along the wide path rising in front of you; after a steep but short climb past several alpine farms, you'll come to the Leibe oratory; turn left to reach the Flammet chalets.

Join the cross-country path to the right, which leads to Barbossine Dessous (intermediate chairlift station). Climb about 100 m towards the Barbossine chalets. Cross the stream on your right and continue towards La Louennaz. The view opens out over the Abondance valley.

At the fork in the road, head downhill towards "Sur le Crêt". Fork right to reach Le Tenne on a wide track and continue on the road to the Petit Châtel bend.

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.

• Minimum age : 5 years

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

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

Prices

Free access.

Route

• Distance 3.8km
• Type of itinerary Loop
• Elevation gain 241m
• Negative elevation 241m
• Daily duration 01h30
• Marked itinerary Yes
• Details about signage Departmental signposting on a beige metal plate with green lettering.
• Types of terrain Stone, Ground, Not suitable for strollers
• Maximum altitude 1750m

Opening period

From 01/05 to 01/11 daily.

Adaptive tourism

• Not accessible in a wheelchair

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location

Location

Petit Châtel car park in front of the square or Barbossine car park 200m away.
Bus line 2, stop Petit Châtel.