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The Pointe de Chavasse
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Description
A hiking trail where you are guaranteed to see wild animals. There is a herd of bighorn sheep here and it is not rare to catch a glimpse of chamois, ibex and of course, marmots. Your efforts will be rewarded by the fantastic view at the peak.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Date and time
- From 15/05/2026 to 15/11/2026
Additional information
Contact
Phone : 04 50 34 25 05
Email : accueil@prazdelys-sommand.com
Open period
From 15/05 to 15/11.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Environments
Mountain location
Presence of livestock and guard dogs
Type of land
Rock
Ground
Not suitable for strollers
Location complements
Sommand, Pierre Rouge parking lot.
Updated by
Praz de Lys Sommand Tourisme - 11/06/2025
www.prazdelys-sommand.com/
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Reception complements
Adapt your equipment according to your level and the weather. Stay on the marked trails.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
From Pierres Rouges car park above the Sommand plateau, follow the signs for Chalet Blanc. Then follow the signs for the Col de Vesinaz, and then the Pointe de Chavasse. Come back along the same route.
Animals
No. Dogs are not allowed
