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Le sentier des papillons

Le sentier des papillons
Le sentier des papillons
Le sentier des papillons

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Description

Enter the world of butterflies in the Mont-Thabor massif. At each step, you will be asked a question, the answer is hidden in the landscape. It's up to you to find it! Wonders, species, lifestyles, habitats and roles of this insect will be revealed to you.

Departure from the chairlift of the games, leave the station by the footbridge by following the track to join the Désert d'en Haut. From there, continue to go down the slope towards La Chaudanne. From this point, turn right and join Les Déserts by passing by the Baudronnerie. From Les Déserts turn left to reach Les Lières then follow Sous Chotion. There begins the path of the Butterflies. Continue in the direction of Sous Cotérieux then Mathoset. In Mathoset cross the bridge and take the direction of l'Ordière. Then follow the direction of La Chenalette. From La Chenalette take the track towards Les Traverses, then La Chaudanne. From there return to the starting point by the same route.

Technical Information

Walking
Difficulty
Very easy
Duration
2h15mn
Dist.
6.1 km
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Altimetric profile

Starting point

Le Chef Lieu , 73450   Valmeinier
Lat : 45.174316Lng : 6.494025

Date and time

  • From 01/05/2026 to 30/11/2026

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Environments

Riverside
Mountain view
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Waterside
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Office de Tourisme de Valmeinier - 07/11/2025
www.valmeinier.com/
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From 01/05 to 30/11.

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Yes

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾