Hike to the Alpage of Chailloux

The chalets of Chailloux are built in the middle of a mountain pasture. An exceptional green landscape allows you to admire the Mont Blanc massif as well as the Bossons glacier, located just opposite.

This exceptional viewpoint located at 2285m of altitude will lead you to the doors of the natural reserve of Carlaveyron. With a magnificent and panoramic view on the Mont Blanc, this mountain rises in front of this sumptuous massif.

Created in 1991, this reserve protects an area of 598 hectares and ranges from 1090 to 2305 m.Medium and high mountain area with a very contrasted relief: in the upper part, a vast glacial cirque where you can find a multitude of wetlands and small lakes. On the slopes, a beautiful mountain forest and, in the lower part, the Gorges de la Diosaz. The difficult access and the wild character of the place have allowed a very diversified fauna and flora to maintain itself. Free access, conform to the regulations of the natural reserve. Animation in collaboration with the Aiguilles rouges nature reserve

BOOKING REQUIERED Come and watch the mountain animals roam freely in this animal park in a magical setting, at an altitude of 1500m, just opposite Mont-Blanc.Perched at an altitude of 1500m above the Chamonix valley, the Merlet mountain pasture first amazes with its breathtaking panorama of the Mont-Blanc massif. Merlet then immerses you in its vast animal world, as you enjoy an easy hike through forest and sunny meadows, marked out by its traditional old mountain chalets. The unusual closeness of this area to its many animals is surprising, and almost makes you forget how wild they are... Species to discover: ibex, sika deer, llama, mouflon, marmot, chamois and fallow deer! Short mid-mountain hike, 2 to 3 hours' visit. Numerous benches and deckchairs punctuate the visit. The altiport, a large, flat lawn, is also a great place to lie down. At any time of year, discover the exhibition rooms and video projections, the souvenir store, the fun and educational stages and the guided tour in 4 languages on your smartphone! In July and August, depending on the weather and the agenda, free afternoon activities are offered: the mountain and its secrets, wood and horns, predators, "Merlet, what a story!" Fun trail, exhibition room and video projection, entertainment, restaurant and store. Services at your disposal: - 150 parking spaces spread over 1000m. - Bar restaurant, panoramic terrace, open at the same times. - Picnic tables at the park entrance - Shuttles from July 7 to August 29, Monday to Friday from the station SNCF train station - free of charge Baby carriers preferable.

Free outdoor parking at Le Bettey. Authorized parking time: 24 hours.