Snowshoe itinerary : Col du Saix
Sport, Winter sports, Snowshoe itinerary
in La Chapelle-d'Abondance
4.1
km
3h
Hard
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One of the most beautiful snowshoe hikes in the Abondance valley, a must-do.
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Head up the road to La Ville du Nant, where you’ll discover beautiful chalets, traditional farms, and chapels.
At the end of the road, continue along the forest road, then take the trail that leads to the Col du Saix.
Return via the same route. You can also continue your hike toward Barbossine and Petit Châtel (follow the signs for Châtel).
To get to the starting point:
Free municipal shuttle or intercity bus lines 21 and 12: La Ville du Nant stop
On foot: take the pedestrian trail to...Head up the road to La Ville du Nant, where you’ll discover beautiful chalets, traditional farms, and chapels.
At the end of the road, continue along the forest road, then take the trail that leads to the Col du Saix.
Return via the same route. You can also continue your hike toward Barbossine and Petit Châtel (follow the signs for Châtel).
To get to the starting point:
Free municipal shuttle or intercity bus lines 21 and 12: La Ville du Nant stop
On foot: take the pedestrian trail to the Pont du Moulin (allow 45 minutes to 1 hour to reach La Ville du Nant from the village center)
By car: park at the Pont du Moulin
- Departure
- La Chapelle-d'Abondance
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Plain text period
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From 19/12 to 28/03 daily.
The dates when the trails are open may vary depending on snow conditions and trail markings.
Please note that if the avalanche risk is level 4 or higher, the trail is closed by municipal ordinance.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
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Documentation
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- SURICATE: signage, wayfinding, land-use conflicts
- GPX Track - Snowshoe Route: Col du Saix–La Chapelle-d'Abondance
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