A pretty forest walk, accessible to all. Discover a very wide variety of species, conifers and hardwoods. When you arrive at the place called Le Psot, you'll discover a beautiful area for the children to play and enjoy a superb view of Mont Blanc.
Go hiking safely!
Walking time is approximate and does not take into account break times.
The topo/step-by-step description guides you generally but does not replace a 1/25,000 hiking map or other topoguides available in our tourist office!
In Sallanches, our Office of Guides & Leaders also offers a wide choice of outings accompanied by mountain professionals providing you with complete expertise on the environment and alpine nature, inquire at the tourist office to register.
Whatever your hike, check the weather before you go. Remember to take cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a cap or hat, a small first aid kit, as well as clothing suitable for your outing in your backpack. depending on the season and the forecast weather.
3.6 km
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max. 773 m
min. 557 m
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Public : FamilySuitable for beginners |
This covered market with its columns and granite floor from Combloux was built in 1868. It was formerly the grain market.
Dating from 1622, this gate is all that remains of the Capucins Convent, which was built in 1620. After its closure in 1793 and its demolition following a fire in 1840, the gate was moved below the walls of Château Brêches, on Place Grenette.
Geocaching is a treasure hunt that takes place using a device equipped with a GPS. Modern-day treasure hunt combining the pleasures of walking with those of play and discovery.
Departure: Place de la Grenette
1.Go up the road to Mont Rosset to the left of Crédit Agricole for a good km (it goes up a little steep)
2. arrived at a residence, pass the turnstile at the end of the car park and turn right.
3. follow the path that winds through the woods.
4a. a "alternative route" can be taken on the right, it passes through the undergrowth with roots, it joins the main path a little higher.
4. otherwise continue straight ahead, you will pass a large farm on your right
5. arrived at the Clos de la Crémaillère, where there are a few houses, take the path on the right which also climbs in the undergrowth, you will find the alternative route at the foot of an old tree
6. continue this small path that goes up: be careful, this path has a ravine on the right, which is sometimes secured by wooden barriers.
7.You will then pass through woods where the path widens into a forest track
8. You then arrive on a plateau where the Bois de Fessy is located on your left and at the very end the place called "le Psot" where the view is magnificent over the Mont-Blanc massif.
You can stop for a snack, the forest offers a beautiful playground for children. On your right, a path goes towards Nant-Cruy where you can also reach the village of Cordon but also the direction of Col du Jaillet
9. Go down again, continuing the Chemin de Fessy which descends under the Psot when you are facing Mont-Blanc.
10. At the bottom of this path, join the starting path by turning left and following the small residential road, little used.
11. Arrived in front of the houses of the Clos de la Crémaillère seen on the way up, take the same route as at the start.
At the end of the ride, very nice view of Mont-Blanc and a beautiful playground for children in the woods.
In the country
Forest location
Mountain view
Panoramic view
Office de Tourisme de Sallanches - 22/04/2024
www.sallanchesmontblanc.com
Report a problem
All year round.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
On the right of the path at times there is a ravine, which is secure, but it is better to warn children that they shake to the left or give hands to the adults.
Ground
Grit
Phone : 04 50 58 04 25
Email : tourisme@sallanches.com
Website : www.sallanchesmontblanc.com
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Go hiking safely!
Walking time is approximate and does not take into account break times.
The topo/step-by-step description guides you generally but does not replace a 1/25,000 hiking map or other topoguides available in our tourist office!
In Sallanches, our Office of Guides & Leaders also offers a wide choice of outings accompanied by mountain professionals providing you with complete expertise on the environment and alpine nature, inquire at the tourist office to register.
Whatever your hike, check the weather before you go. Remember to take cereal bars, sufficient water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a cap or hat, a small first aid kit, as well as clothing suitable for your outing in your backpack. depending on the season and the forecast weather.