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Grand Croisse Baulet from the Refuge – hiking trail
Description
Hike through the forest and along the ridgeline before heading to the alpine pastures where the sheep are grazing during the summer; from the summit of Croise Baulet, you’ll enjoy a sweeping 360° panoramic view of the Aravis or the Mont Blanc massif
Discover the Grand Croisse Baulet mountain—a hike that starts from the Refuge parking lot in Cordon. This hiking adventure is designed for hikers seeking a challenge, with a red-level trail considered difficult.
Your efforts will be rewarded at the summit with a breathtaking 360° view of the surrounding mountains—a spectacular sight you can admire from the traditional bench at Grand Croisse Baulet.
Whether for exercise, the view, or a moment of relaxation after the climb, this hike invites you to discover the mountain in all its forms.
Warning: Patous (sheepdogs) are present on the Croisse Baulet mountain pasture from July through approximately mid-September.
As stipulated by Municipal Ordinance No. 18/2024, domestic dogs are prohibited on the communal mountain pasture around Montagne de Croisse Baulet between July 1 and September 15.
This year, the herding dogs and sheep on Croisse Baulet will remain on the mountain pasture until October 2, 2026.
Caution: dangerous passage near Les Seyttets (due to the presence of a sheep pen and herding dogs), but passage is possible. Alternative route recommended via the Tête du Planet.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Points of interest
Additional information
Contact
Phone : 04 50 58 01 57
Email : info@cordon.fr
Website : https://www.cordon.fr
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/tourisme.cordon
Open period
All year round daily.
The dates are approximate and may vary depending on snow conditions; please contact Cordon Tourisme for the latest information.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Updated by
Cordon Tourisme - 02/10/2026
www.cordon.fr
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Environments
Mountain view
Mountain location
Panoramic view
Type of land
Stone
Ground
Not suitable for strollers
Topo guides and map references
Map references :
IGN Map 3430ET - LA CLUSAZ LE GRAND-BORNAND
"Les Belvédères du Mont-Blanc" map on sale for €7 at the tourist office
Snowshoe and summer trail map from Cordon Tourisme
Location complements
The parking lot is located at the very top of Route du Frébouges d'En Haut.
Reception complements
A map is available at the tourist office to help you explore this trail and other routes.
No matter which hike you choose, be sure to pack cereal bars, plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small first-aid kit, and clothing appropriate for your outing based on the season and the forecast.
This route can also be done with a guide by hiring a private mountain guide.
Tricky passages
Be careful during the summer months when passing through areas guarded by guard dogs.
Warning: dangerous passage near Les Seyttets (sheep pen and Patou dogs present), but passage is possible. Alternative route recommended via the Tête du Planet.
Guidebook with maps/step-by-step
1/ Park in the Refuge parking lot
2/ Take the trail that climbs toward Le Chanté.
3/ When you reach the top of the slopes, follow the signs for Cabane du Petit Pâtre.
4/ Once at the cabin, head toward Croisse Baulet.
5/ Head back down the same path you took on the way up.
Animals
Yes. Dogs must be kept on a leash. Please note that pets are not allowed on the municipal mountain pasture around Montagne de Croisse Baulet between July 1 and September 15. Contact the Tourist Office for more information.
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