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Walking tour of the Rocher du Château
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Description
Fancy setting off on a treasure hunt? From Bessans or Bonneval, embark
on a quest for ancient rock paintings and uncover the mysteries hidden
on the Rocher du Château. A prehistoric adventure that'll take you back
in time and whet your curiosity.
Take just a few more steps along the Chemin du Petit Bonheur to embark
on a journey back in time to the prehistoric era.
As you amble down by the Arc river, to the peaceful hum of the bees and
the babbling of the languid stream, your thoughts start to wander.
As soon as you leave the banks of the river, the time machine starts up.
It drops you in front of the Rocher du Château and its rock paintings. How
many deer can you count?
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Points of interest
Date and time
- From 15/05/2026 to 15/10/2026
Additional information
Open period
From 15/05 to 15/10.
Subject to favorable weather.
Updated by
Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise - 23/12/2025
www.cchautemaurienne.com
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Environments
Overview on river
Mountain location
Presence of livestock and guard dogs
Close to a public transportation
Bus stop < 500 m
Village 2 km away
Contact
Phone : 04 79 05 99 06
Email : info@hautemaurienne.com
Website :
https://www.haute-maurienne-vanoise.com
http://www.cchautemaurienne.com/jy-vais-en
Type of land
Suitable for all terrain strollers
Grit
Ground
Location complements
By bus: Line S53 - Le Villaron stop
By car: From Bessans, RD902 to Villaron parking lot.
du Villaron car park.
Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Map and booklet "Haute Maurienne Vanoise. 115 walks and hikes - 35 trail routes. For all levels" (sold for €10 in Tourist Offices) - Green route n°22
Map references :
Map IGN 3633ET - Tignes Val-d'Isère
Reception complements
The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.
As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.
Animals
Yes. Pets allowed on leash only.
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