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Le Grand Châtelard
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Description
This hike takes you through forests and alpine pastures to the Grand Châtelard, the highest point in the commune.
At the summit, a 360° panoramic view offers a magnificent panorama of the surrounding valleys and the Arvan-Villards massif.
Discover a hike that combines the gentleness of forests and the beauty of mountain pastures, all the way to Grand Châtelard. Along the way, you'll pass through a variety of landscapes, combining the freshness of the undergrowth with the light of the flowering meadows.
This hike is ideal for nature lovers, offering a perfect balance between effort and visual reward, and promises an unforgettable moment with family or friends.
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Additional information
Updated by
Office de tourisme Intercommunal Cœur de Maurienne - 17/11/2025
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Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Topoguide Pays des Aiguilles d'Arves available for €5 at Explore Maurienne tourist offices during our opening hours.
Map references :
TOP 25 IGN 3433 and 3335
Open period
Open every day.
Subject to favorable weather.
Contact
Phone : 04 79 83 51 51
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
Departure: Maison Forestière de l'Oullaz.
1/ Head for Le Grand Châtelard on the forest track.
2/ Continue until you reach Sur La Balme. The path then winds through the mountain pastures to reach the summit of Grand Châtelard at 2143 m.
3/ Return to the Maison Forestière de l'Oullaz by the same route.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on leash only.
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