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Orgeval pasture and pass
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Description
This family friendly hike leads you at the foot of the highest peak in the Bauges massif, the Arcalod. Follow the trail into Orgeval valley, at the heart of the National Hunting and Wildlife Reserve.
Hush, a chamois might be watching you walk!
The start of the hike is quite steep, but don't be discouraged! You are in the shade in the forest, accompanied by the song of the creek which flows below.
On the final climb to the pass, take a moment to admire the scenery and listen to the whistling of the marmots.
Here you are in the heart of the National Hunting and Wildlife Reserve where it is not uncommon to see chamois and mouflons.
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Caution : This route goes through mountain pastures. Remember to close the fences behind you to prevent the cattle from escaping.
This route is located into the Hautes-Bauges National Hunting and Wildlife Reserve : specific rules apply. Dogs are prohibited. For more information, please visit the natural park website.
Technical Information
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Points of interest
Additional information
Contact
Phone : 04 79 54 84 28
Email : accueil.bauges@chamberymontagnes.com
Website : https://www.chamberymontagnes.com/randonnees-et-trail/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/bauges
Open period
From 30/06 to 01/09 daily.
Environments
Mountain location
Topo guides and map references
Map references :
TOP 25 IGN 3432 OT Massif des Bauges
Location complements
From École village, take the "Vallon de Bellevaux" road and follow it to the authorised limit of the Nant Fourchu car park (6 km).
Updated by
Grand Chambéry Alpes Tourisme - 14/10/2025
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Reception complements
Please respect the specific regulations in the National Hunting and Wildlife Reserve.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
D/ Nant Fourchu car park
1/ Follow the road for 300m and turn left on the wide, fairly steep path (signs).
2/ Go straight ahead on the pastoral track up to the chalets and then take the small path that leads to the pass.
3/ On the way down, as you leave the mountain pasture, you can take the Coutarse forest track on the left and reach the Nant Fourchu car park via the Coutarse refuge.
Animals
No. This hike is located within the Bauges National Hunting and Wildlife Reserve. Dogs are not allowed, even on a leash.
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