See photos (2)

Snowshoeing itinerary: Col du Saix

Sport, Winter sports, Snowshoe itinerary in La Chapelle-d'Abondance
5.0 km
3h
Hard
  • One of the most beautiful snowshoe hikes in the Abondance Valley, to discover absolutely.

  • Follow the road to the top of La Ville du Nant, where you’ll see some
    beautiful chalets, traditional farmhouses and old chapels.
    At the end of the road, follow the forest track then continue along the path which leads to Le Saix pass (col du Saix). Return the same way as you came, otherwise continue towards Barbossine and Petit Châtel (from the Col du Saix, follow the marked path from Chatel route n°2.) Return to La Chapelle on the shuttle.

    Marking details : Beacons snowshoeing purple.
  • Departure
    La Chapelle-d'Abondance
  • Difference in height
    441.333 m
  • Plain text period
    From 21/12 to 30/03.
    Closed itinerary ine cas of avalanche risk level 4 and more.

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
  • Environment
    • Mountain location
    • Ski resort
  • Documentation
    GPX / KML files allow you to export the trail of your hike to your GPS (or other navigation tool)
441 meters of difference in height
  • Maximum altitude : 1553 m
  • Minimum altitude : 1197 m
  • Total positive elevation : 441 m
  • Total negative elevation : -441 m
  • Max positive elevation : 328 m
  • Min positive elevation : -328 m
Services
  • Equipment
    • Parking nearby
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
      • Pets allowed on a leash only.
    • Motorhomes allowed