Hiking: Crêtes de Seytroux grand tour

Hard
5h15min
11.1km
Loop
+737m
-737m
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Description

Whether you're an experienced hiker or simply looking for a nature break, the Crêtes de Seytroux grand tour promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Vallée d'Aulps' mountain pastures and forests.

Don't miss out on the generous flora along the way, and you may be lucky enough to spot roe deer or chamois at the bend in the path.
A 360° panorama awaits you from the top of the Pointe de la Gay, with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc, the Roc d'Enfer and all the surrounding peaks.

Guided steps

1/ From the "Les Culées" parking lot, take the forest track towards
towards Col de la Balme.
2/ At "Mouilles dernier", turn right towards Col de la Balme.
3/ At Richefond, continue to follow the signs for Col de Balme on the right.
4/ At Col de la Balme, take the left-hand path towards Col de la
Lanche
5/ Below Pointe de la Balme, turn left towards Pointe de la Balme and Col de la Lanche
6/ At Pointe de la Balme, continue straight ahead on the trail
7/ At Col de la Lanche, continue straight on towards Pointe de la Gay
8/ Below the Pointe de la Gay, follow the signs for the Pointe de la Gay, on the left.
9/ At the Pointe de la Gay, follow the
ridge to the Col des Chavannes
10/ At the Col des Chavannes, take the left-hand path towards
"Les Chavannes
11/ At Les Chavannes, follow the signs for "Dessus la Lanche".
12/ At "Dessus la Lanche", continue on the right towards "Vers les Crottes".
13/ At "Vers les Crottes", follow signs for "Les Culées".
14/ At "Les Frasses", take the carriage road on the right towards "Les Culées".
15/ At "Mouilles dernier", continue towards "Les Culées" parking lot.

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Address
Les Culées, 74430, Seytroux
Opening
From 05/01 to 10/31 : open daily.

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