Le balcon de La Chapelle

Snowshoe itinerary : La Chapelle balcony

Sport, Winter sports, Snowshoe itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance
5.0 km
2h
Easy
  • An ideal route for discovering snowshoeing or for a family outing.

  • Park in the lot at the base of the Crêt Béni chairlift, then head to the trailhead behind the municipal garages (at the far end of the lot).
    Take the path toward Plan des Feux and turn left at the flat section to join the balcony trail.
    Continue until you reach a beautiful waterfall that is often frozen in winter.
    From there, head back down toward the Pont du Moulin to rejoin the pedestrian trail, which will take you back to your starting point.
  • Departure
    La Chapelle-d'Abondance
  • Plain text period
    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.
  • Environment
    • Waterside
    • Riverside
    • Mountain view
    • Forest location
    • Panoramic view
    • Mountain location
    • Ski resort
    • Resort centre
    • Waterfall view
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
Services
  • Equipment
    • Free car park
    • Parking nearby
    • Car park
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
      • Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of livestock and wildlife.
    • Coach access
    • Motorhomes allowed
    • Restaurant
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