Walking tour from Val Cenis Bramans to Châtel

A leisurely stroll to wander around the typical narrow streets of mountain
villages. This walk gives you a splendid blend of styles, combining
architectural heritage and the idyllic atmosphere of the Chemin du Petit
Bonheur.

Description

Crossing the Verney plunges you into history, so that you can picture exactly
how life used to be here. Mountain villages are steeped in remnants of days
gone by, each with its typical washhouse, bread oven, and narrow alleys
where only the villagers would pass.
And the inhabitants of Châtel won't spoil the effect. With no running water or
electricity, this hamlet makes you feel like you've stepped into the past. The
White Stream waterfall struggles in times of drought, but even in the height
of summer, it offers an oasis of freshness to delight both young and old.
Amongst snow-covered heather and pine forests, step onto Chemin du Petit
Bonheur (Path of Little Pleasures), a haven of tranquility that you won't
want to leave.

Additional welcome

The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.

• Minimum age: 4 years

Environments

• Forest location
• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Close to a public transportation
• Bus stop < 500 m

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 6.5km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 130m
• Negative gradient 130m
• Daily duration 01h45
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Mixed markings (PR: yellow blades and GR: red and white markings)
• Nature of the land Rock, Stone, Ground, Not suitable for strollers
• Maximum altitude 1300m

Opening period

From 01/05 to 15/10 daily.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

By bus: Line S52/53 - Les Glières stop.
By car: Park in the Bramans village hall parking lot.

Documents

• Walking tour from Val Cenis Bramans to Châtel (pdf)
• Walking tour from Val Cenis Bramans to Châtel (pdf)
• Walking tour from Val Cenis Bramans to Châtel (pdf)
• Walking tour from Val Cenis Bramans to Châtel (pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement : No

Out of respect for wildlife, please keep your dog on a lead.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.