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Chemin du Petit Bonheur mountain bike trail from Bonneval/Arc to Modane
Description
The Chemin du Petit Bonheur is the MTB spine trail of Haute Maurienne Vanoise valley. It spans over the whole valley, traversing its hamlets, landscapes and forests. Chose your pace: moderate or intense, the Petit Bonheur is yours !
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Points of interest
Date and time
- From 30/04/2026 to 30/11/2026
- From 30/04/2027 to 30/11/2027
Additional information
Open period
From 30/04 to 30/11 daily.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Updated by
Communauté de communes Haute Maurienne Vanoise - 19/02/2026
www.cchautemaurienne.com
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Environments
Mountain view
Mountain location
Contact
Phone : 04 79 05 99 06
Email : info@hautemaurienne.com
Website : https://www.haute-maurienne-vanoise.com
Type of land
Stone
Ground
Grit
Location complements
The path of Petit Bonheur crosses the villages of:
- Bonneval-sur Arc
- Bessans
- Val-CenisLanslevillard
- Val-Cenis Lanslebourg
- Val-CenisTermignon
- Val-Cenis Sollières Sardières
- Val-Cenis Bramans
- The Norma
- Modane
Several departures are possible from these villages.
During the summer season, it is possible to take the bus line S53 (Modane - Bonneval/Arc); bus equipped with a bicycle trailer every day except Saturday.
Topo guides and map references
Topo guides references :
Haute Maurienne Vanoise mountain bike map
Map references :
TOP 25 IGN 3633 ET
TOP 25 IGN 3634 OT
TOP 25 IGN 3534 OT
Reception complements
As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are provided for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.
Tricky passages
Technical difficulty: The Chemin du Petit Bonheur is not technically demanding, as most of it is on a wide, passable track. A few places may pose a problem for beginners, but these are very short sections that do not require long portages. Be careful, the section between La Norma is really technical and requires good downhill skills.
Physical difficulty: The Chemin du Petit Bonheur is easier in the Bonneval-sur-Arc - Modane direction, as the route is mostly downhill, with very few ascents. Taken in its entirety, the distance is still considerable. On the other hand, taken in sections, the Chemin du Petit Bonheur offers distances of between 2km and 9km between villages. Ideal for tailor-made stages!
Animals
Yes. Please keep your pets on a leash on this path where co-activity is present.
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