Hike to Charousse

Ligne 1 Ligne v1 (été) Ligne 15 (hiver) Ligne 16 (hiver) Ligne Chamo'nuit

Arrêt SNCF du Viaduc Ste Marie desservi par la ligne de TER Mont Blanc Express

Free outdoor parking at the Prarion. Long term parking.Official parking of the Tour du Mont-Blanc. Possibility to park for up to 15 days in order to do the Tour du Mont-Blanc.

Free outdoor parking at Les Chavants. Authorized parking time: 24 hours.

A haven of peace, preserved from the excesses of the Chamonix valley, the Charousse mountain pasture is made up of a group of traditional chalets, with preserved architecture that seems to be out of time.The Alpage de Charousse, a testimony of pastoral history and mountain architecture. Located on impressive glacial polis which form the base of the Mont-Blanc Massif and the Aiguilles Rouges, the Charousse mountain pasture is a magnificent place which benefits from an exceptional view on the Mont-Blanc Massif. Easily accessible by a gentle slope and well marked path, count about 30 to 45 minutes with your family to reach the alpage from the Côte des Chavants on the heights of Les Houches. In order to preserve this place, it is necessary to stay on the path and not to cross the fences. Very beautiful farms of traditional construction remained preserved and form a hamlet. This mountain pasture was a summer transition zone for the herds going to pasture. A little historical focus: In 1926, the architect Albert Laprade fell under the spell of this mountain pasture. He bought one of the chalets and above all a large number of traditional objects and furniture that he bequeathed to the commune of Les Houches. This collection can be seen in the mountain museum of Les Houches.

This site is ideal for short walks and picnics. There is also a barbecue area you can use. There are incredible views over the Mont-Blanc Massif and it is a very sunny spot.There are several activities on offer in summer: a climbing wall (cliff), fishing, petanque pitches, children's play equipment, orienteering course, and a rope pyramid Lake fishing: trout and whitefish. Fishing fee per kilo.

The mountain museum evokes rural life in the mountains through the reconstitution of the rooms of the traditional habitat and the presentation of ethnographic objects used in the past in the valley of Chamonix.PERMANENT EXHIBITION Since 1977, the Musée Montagnard has been housed in one of the oldest houses in the center of Les Houches. Through thematic rooms and three reconstructed rooms of the traditional habitat, it presents a collection of objects used in the past in the Chamonix valley for agropastoral tasks and daily life. Two rooms house the temporary exhibition, which is renewed every year. TEMPORARY EXHIBITION From July 1, 2023 to September 22, 2024: ART WORKS IN LES HOUCHES, 1860-2023 In Les Houches, three types of civil engineering structures were built throughout the commune: - tunnels, bridges, including the emblematic Sainte-Marie viaduct, to facilitate access to the valley the valley by rail or road - avalanche barriers and other devices to protect against natural disasters - hydroelectric dams and other renewable energy suppliers The temporary exhibition presented at the Musée Montagnard in partnership with the Dans l'temps association retraces the history and current status of these engineering structures, which are landmarks of the region. PROGRAMMING : Guided tours, events and workshops for young and old are offered during the school vacations. Self-guided "Object Hunt": Keep your eyes peeled for objects in the museum that will reveal their secrets! Ages 3 and up / Free / On request from reception during opening hours. RESERVATIONS : Groups : Guided tours of the permanent exhibition by appointment all year round Individuals and families: Self-guided or guided tours of the permanent exhibition by prior arrangement outside school vacations (minimum 5 people, Monday to Thursday +33 (0)7 60 04 14 26).