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Technical level: blue
Physical level: medium
- Sport
The letter carrier's path from Valloire - VTTAE itinerary
This route is a variant of the Balcons de Valloire and takes you to Valmeinier, on the postman's path. A nice hook that will give you very beautiful passages in the national forest.
Sport The letter carrier's path from Valloire - VTTAE itinerary Valloire
About
Difficult passages
The way back is narrow
Map references
IGN map 3435ET VALLOIRE - Aiguilles d'Arves / Col du Galibier is on sale in Valloire shops.
Further informations
Stone, Ground, Grit
Departure - From the tourist office, head up the rue des Grandes Alpes towards the hamlet of Les Verneys, 1 - Once you've crossed the bridge, walk along the parking lot to take the footbridge on the left of the main road to follow the "Vitta Vittel" fitness trail2 - Once you've arrived in front of the equestrian center, follow the wide dirt path to the right of the building. After a short climb, you'll see the Chapelle Saint Pierre. 3 - Continue upwards and, once you've passed the Montissot chairlift, take the bridge on your left. Continue along the path and fork right to reach the Geneuil chapel, point rogerueil. 4 - At Geneuil, you'll pass a drinking-water fountain where you can quench your thirst. 5 - Continue on the uphill path, passing the Edelweiss restaurant, then follow the signs for Chapelle des Trois Croix (passing through the national forest). 6 - A little before you arrive, you can turn right in the direction of Valmeinier (it's possible to go as far as Chapelle des Trois Croix). 7 - Follow the 4x4 track (Arméra ski run) which will take you past the TS des grandes droses. 8 - At the lycée, take the return path which will take you to the Chapelle des Trois Croix - 9 - Once you've reached the chapel, turn left towards the hamlet of Col. 10 - You'll pass through the hamlets of Les Granges and Les Choseaux-Ville before returning to the Valloire Tourist Office.
Precautions:
- The routes you take are your own responsibility. You must choose a route adapted to your physical and technical capacity. If in doubt, do not hesitate to contact mountain professionals.
- Find out about the weather conditions before your departure.
- Be properly equipped to practice hiking in complete safety and deal with the vagaries of the weather.
Tell someone if you are leaving alone and prefer a morning departure so as not to be surprised by the night.
Prices
Free access.
Reception
To keep the mountains a pleasure, choose an activity suited to your level of experience and physical ability. Check the weather forecast and seek advice from qualified professionals, and inform someone of your itinerary. Make sure you're properly equipped: helmets are compulsory, and we strongly advise you to wear kneepads, elbow pads, back protection and gloves. In your rucksack, take a water bottle and snacks to keep your energy levels up, and a survival blanket or warm clothing. Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen and sunglasses. Don't forget binoculars to add a touch of observation to your adventure.
For your dog's safety, we do not recommend mountain biking.
Period of practice
From 19/05 to 01/10.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions. Cancelled in case of bad weather.
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