A beautiful hike at the foot of the majestic Roc d'Enfer... You'll cross the alpine pastures, between colorful mountain flowers and grazing cows, to reach the Col Ratti, the highest point offering a sublime view of Mont-Blanc and the Aravis mountains.
Along the way, you can admire the traditional alpine chalets. And don't be surprised if you see a herd of chamois: they abound in this area, which has been classified as a "Natura 2000" reserve.
Départ de la randonnée "Au Pied du Roc d'Enfer" : direction la Chaux de vie
Refuge du CAF
Arrivée de la randonnée "Au Pied du Roc d'Enfer"
Le circuit se poursuit en descendant vers leschalets des Praz
At the foot of the Roc d'Enfer mountain, in beautiful Graydon hamlet, come and taste our famous potato fritters and Savoyard specialities: tartiflette, cheese fondue, blueberry tart, ice cream, etc..We will also be offering a daily changing latte (as well as workers' meals). You can reach the restaurant/bar on foot from Saint Jean d'Aulps or by car from Essert-Romand by following the road. Once here, you have the choice of a table near the fireplace or, weather permitting, a table on the terrace in an authentic mountain setting. To ensure your visit is a total success, please book ahead.
At the foot of the Roc d'Enfer mountains, this hollow coomb is a huge Alpine pasture, surrounded by stunning, steep cliffs. The Graydon chapel and surrounding chalets offer a genuine and peaceful glimpse of a mountain way of life.Located at 1340m and rising to 2243m, the Graydon meadows are easily accessible by car in summer from Essert-Romand. Graydon is the starting point for many walks including the Roc d'Enfer tour, a delightful route that winds through Alpine meadows, offering a glimpse of marmottes and deer. This circuit has superb panoramas of the Aravis mountains, the Roc d'Enfer and the Mt Blanc range. Visitors who wish to learn more about the chapel are invited to go in. It dates from the 19th century but was recently restored, providing a place to sit quietly and recharge your batteries. It hosts several services throughout the warmer months.
At the heart of the alpine Graydon pasture, under the hardened eye of the majestic roc d’enfer, you find the little Graydon chapel. It was built in 1859 and then entirely renovated in 2009The Graydon chapel constructed in 1859, allowed for the parishes of ST Jean d’Aulps and that of Essert Romand, separated a few years earlier to keep a certain link between them. It was in 1902 that the Swiss architect, Goss, constructed the entrance porche where two Capitals where added that came from the Aulps Abbey. The chapel in consecrated to the immaculate conception is today a place of celebrations and all through the summer season the parish celebrates a mass every Wednesday You can get there from Essert Romand or from the little hamlet called Valette at St Jean d’Aulps
Graydon dry toilets are located on the side of the footpaths sign, at the entrance of the village. Free access.
Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds.
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1/ Start from the Graydon parking lot in front of the refreshment area
2/ Take the path on the left about 20 m before the refreshment room.
3/ Climb up through the mountain pastures to La Chaux de Vie
4/ Reach the Col Ratti, the highest point of the tour.
5/ Descend to Col de la Basse
6/ At Col de la Basse, take the left-hand path towards Les Paquis, Graydon
7/ At Les Praz, take the forest track that runs above the chalets.
8/ Continue on the track until you reach the path on the left towards Criou (signpost).
9/ Take the path up to the pass, then down to Criou.
10/ At Criou, take the forest track down to Graydon, les Places
11/ Take the left-hand path towards Graydon
12/ Cross the forest until you reach the hamlet of Les Places.
13/ Take the road up to Graydon
Mountain view
Mountain location
Panoramic view
From 01/05 to 31/10.
Accessible outside the snow season and subject to weather conditions. Check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions. Recommended season: spring - summer - autumn.
Phone : 04 50 79 65 09
Email : info@valleedaulps.com
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Access by car from Thonon via the D902 then the D328 to the village of Essert-Romand
- then take the Graydon road
- climb for several kilometers until you reach Graydon
- the parking lot is in front of the buvette du roc d'Enfer
Map references :
Map: IGN Top 25, 3528 ET, Morzine
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Not suitable for strollers
- Choose your route according to your physical condition and the weather conditions.
- Follow the instructions for signposting.
- Don't set off too late in the afternoon, to make sure you're back before dark.
- Take sufficient food and water with you. Mountain sports require a lot of energy.