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The Ravoire gorges
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Description
Follow the Ravoire gorges to reach the authentic Hameau de Montvernier. Between forests and waterfalls, you'll be amazed...
Take the whole family to explore the Ravoire gorges between Pontamafrey and Montvernier!
This safe trail, punctuated by footbridges, small bridges and handrails, promises a great dose of adventure in the heart of nature.
On arrival, the meadows of Montvernier offer a splendid panorama and, in spring, the orange lilies color the landscape.
To prolong the pleasure, descend the famous Montvernier lacets before a well-deserved break at the "Ô p'tits lacets" restaurant.
Technical Information
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Additional information
Updated by
Office de tourisme Intercommunal Cœur de Maurienne - 17/11/2025
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Open period
All year round daily.
Subject to favorable weather.
Contact
Phone : 04 79 83 51 51
Location complements
Departure point: Car park of the Pontamafrey Via Ferrata or parking lot of the O P'tits Lacets restaurant in Montvernier if you want to do the route the other way round.
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 3435
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
Round trip trail
Departure point: VF "Le Bastion" parking lot.
1/ At the bridge, fork left to start the ascent to the gorges de La Ravoire. You can also reach the village of Pontamafrey by descending into the meadow on the right (walk left along the edge of the meadow for a few meters).
2/ At the end of the path, at the signpost, take the path which continues to the right. This takes you up a narrower path, with a few hairpin bends before you reach the gorges (note: crossing the gorges requires you to cross a monkey bridge, and the path runs along the edge of the cliff for a few metres. Safe path with handrails).
3/ As you leave the forest, you come to a plateau with large meadows. Turn right to reach the village of
Montvernier (please walk carefully along the edge of these agricultural plots, skirting the forest).
4/ At the crossroads, continue straight on, skirting the forest for a few metres, then take the path that branches off to the left.
5/ Turn left onto the D77 to reach the village of Montvernier.
6/ On the bend in the road, at the fountain, follow the D77 to the right, then turn left towards the restaurant and town hall.
7/ Once you've arrived at the O P'tits Lacets restaurant parking lot, you can extend the walk a little further towards Saint-Côme church, or continue towards the various villages of Montvernier (via path B04). For the return to the parking lot or the descent to Pontamafrey, take the same path as before.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on leash only.
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