Mont Lachat is the ski area peak in winter over 2000m of altitude. It is also an take-off area famous for free paragliding flight. Accessibility : Lachat skilift.
There's something for everyone, whether you're a keen sportsman or a contemplative walker, and an orientation table gives you an exceptional 360° panoramic view of the Jura, the Bauges, Chablais, Bornes, Aravis and Bargy ranges, as well as the summit of Mont Blanc and the highest peaks in the Alps.
Departure via the Lachat chairlift (in operation from late June to late August), then down to the Col de Châtillon and back to the start at La Côte.
Departure altitude: 1430 m (at the foot of the chairlift).
Highest point: 2050 m
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The Rosay gondola (from the Village) accessible to pedestrians, mountain bikers, paragliders and pushchairs. High pressure cleaner available at the foot of the Rosay for cleaning mountain bikes.
In winter season, in the heart of the skiing area, easily accessible for pedestrians with Rosay gondola or from Le Chinaillon.In winter season, in the heart of the skiing area, easily accessible for pedestrians with Rosay gondola or from Le Chinaillon. In the afternoon, pancakes, waffles, homemade pastries. In Summer season, sunny terrace in the heart of mountain pastures. Big parking place.
Sunny terrace on the slopes in winter, in moutain pastures in summer. In La Côte, at the top of the Rosay cable car.
Highest point of the winter ski area over 2000 m altitude, it's also a well-known take-off point for paragliders.Whether you come to do a sport or just to look you will be delighted by the exceptional panorama from the top of the Lachat- the Aravis range, Bargy-Jalouvre, the Bauges, Chablais and Mont Blanc ranges. An orientation table allows you to identify the highest summits of the Alps and the Jura. Accessible only by ski in winter and by walkers and paragliders in summer thanks to lifts.
The take-off is located at the top of Mont Lachat, at an altitude of 2100 meters.Winter : Take off either on skis. The area located right next to the avalanche barriers is reserved for those professionals who maintain the platform in order to guarantee maximum safety for their passengers, who are often novice skiers. Last chair for the Le Lachat chairlift is at 16:00. Summer : The aspect is primarily W-S-W, facing the valey wind, but it is also possible for a N-E takeoff. The vertical drop is more than 1000 meters.
In winter, every lunchtime daily special, Savoyard specialities, varied menu. In the afternoon, pancakes, waffles, home made pastries. In summer, sunny terrace in the heart of mountain pastures. Varied menus, specialities at lunch and dinner.
Traditional cuisine, Savoyard specialities. Sunny terrace on the slopes in winter, in moutain pastures in summer. In La Côte, at the top of the Rosay gondolas.
The Lachat detachable chairlift is accessible in summer to pedestrians and paragliders.The Rosay gondola (from the Village) is accessible to pedestrians, mountain bikers, paragliders and strollers. The Lachat chairlift is accessible to pedestrians and paragliders. For hikers, it is an opportunity to follow some of the 160 km of marked hiking trails and for mountain bikers to access several of the 178 km of mountain bike routes. From the summit of Mont Lachat (the highest point of the ski area), contemplative skiers can enjoy an exceptional 360° panorama of the Jura, the Aravis, Bargy, Bornes, Bauges and Chablais massifs, as well as the summit of Mont Blanc and some of the highest peaks in the Alps, which can be seen on an orientation table. Paragliders, come and (re)discover the Lachat site, a reference site for free flight, with its SW take-off and since 2020 a new NE take-off. At the top of the domain, you will be able to enjoy a moment of relaxation in altitude with deckchairs and a play area.
Picnic area to enjoy the panoramic view. In winter, only accessible to skiers, in summer, access by chairlift.
- Le Rosay gondola (from the Village) accessible to pedestrians, mountain bikers and paragliders. - Lachat chairlift accessible to pedestrians and paragliders.The Rosay gondola (from the Village) is accessible to pedestrians, mountain bikers, paragliders and strollers. The Lachat chairlift is accessible to pedestrians and paragliders. For hikers, it is an opportunity to follow some of the 160 km of marked hiking trails and for mountain bikers to access several of the 178 km of mountain bike routes. From the summit of Mont Lachat (the highest point of the ski area), contemplative skiers can enjoy an exceptional 360° panorama of the Jura, the Aravis, Bargy, Bornes, Bauges and Chablais massifs, as well as the summit of Mont Blanc and some of the highest peaks in the Alps, which can be seen on an orientation table. Paragliders, come and (re)discover the Lachat site, a reference site for free flight, with its SW take-off and since 2020 a new NE take-off. At the top of the domain, you will be able to enjoy a moment of relaxation in altitude with deckchairs and a petanque field.
From the car park, follow the track alongside the Col de Châtillon ski lift. Shortly afterwards, the well-marked path forks left and goes deep into the woods. At a crossroads, leave the left-hand path leading down to the farm. The path soon leaves the forest and winds its way across the plain to the Col de Châtillon, where you can enjoy the view of the Aravis combes. From here, turn right onto the path leading back down to the Chalet de Châtillon and continue up the steep track towards Mont Lachat, which you will reach in around thirty minutes.
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