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Plan de la lie
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An ideal family hike, combining the shady paths of the Plan de la Lie wood and the Chabouds forest. Superb panoramic views of Belledonne and the Aiguilles d'Arves await you.
This hike offers a gradual immersion into the forest environment, on pleasant, well-marked trails that are refreshingly cool in summer. The route alternates between wooded passages and open areas, offering sweeping Alpine panoramas. From the outskirts of the hamlet of La Colonne, you can look far out over the relief of the Belledonne massif and the slender silhouettes of the Aiguilles d'Arves. The gentle gradient and regularity of the path make it an accessible itinerary, suitable for families and occasional walkers alike. Picnic facilities at the starting point invite you to extend your outing in a convivial setting.
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Additional information
Updated by
Office de tourisme Intercommunal Cœur de Maurienne - 17/10/2026
www.explore-maurienne.com/
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Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Topoguide Pays des Aiguilles d'Arves €5 at Explore Maurienne tourist offices during opening hours.
Map references :
IGN map n°3433
Open period
All year round daily.
Subject to favorable weather.
Contact
Phone : 04 79 83 51 51
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
Start: Park at the picnic tables after the hamlet of Fragnin.
1/ Take the road for a few metres towards the picnic area, then the track towards La Colonne.
2/ At the crossroads, take the left-hand track into the Bois du Plan de la Lie forest. Cross the forest for about 1.5 km.
3/ Continue straight ahead on the track towards the hamlet.
4/ Opposite the houses in La Colonne, follow the forest track to the right towards La Merdière. The left-hand path, towards the houses, leads down to Saint-Avre.
5/ At the bend in the road, turn right onto the Chemin de Chaboud for about 2 km.
6/ Four paths cross. Stay on the same forest track, following the Chemin de Chaboud towards Plan de la Lie.
7/ Continue straight ahead on the Chemin de Chaboud. There are still around 700 m to go before leaving the forest.
8/ Crossroads B01 and B02. Continue straight on towards les prés Savoureux. To reach Le Verney more quickly, you can also go right down into the forest via trail B02.
9/ Turn left to return to the parking lot.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on leash only.
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