Snowshoeing itinerary: Fennaz Loop

This loop offers a gentle introduction to snowshoeing, winding through open spaces and forest paths. Here, the mountains are peaceful and invite exploration: in the fresh snow, the tracks of foxes and hares reveal the secret life of the woods in winter.

Description

An ideal way to take the time to observe, listen, and savor the silent magic of snow-covered nature.

Additional welcome

Check the weather conditions and avalanche risk before you set out (weather services, mountain rescue services, professionals, tourist office...).
Make sure your gear and clothing are appropriate for the forecast.
Postpone your activity if the weather forecast is poor. Follow safety instructions and do not stray from marked trails in winter.

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Village - 2 km away
• 20 - 30 min from a train station by car
• 10–20-minute walk to the bus stop

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 3.9 km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 100m
• Negative gradient 100m
• Daily duration 01h30
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Signposted Route 1
• Tricky passage This route crosses meadows. Without snow, it is impassable.
• Nature of the land Non-groomed itinerary
• Maximum altitude 1380m

Opening period

Daily from December 15 to April 1.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

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

Documents

• Snowshoeing itinerary: Fennaz Loop_Val-Cenis (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

• 1/ Leaving the Fennaz tennis court parking lot, cross the soccer field to reach the groomed trails. Stay to the side of the path to respect the shared trails, and continue to the first intersection.
  2/ 0 h 10 - At this junction, turn right onto the small ungroomed path and follow it until you reach the cross-country ski trails.
  3/ 0 h 20 - Continue on the footpath to reach the highest point of the loop, under the telephone line.
  4/ 0 h 50 - From this intersection, take the left fork onto the forest track. Cross the stream and continue on the groomed track until you reach the road.
  5/ 1 hr 15 min - Once you've crossed the road, take the track alongside it to return to the parking lot.
  6/ 1 hr 30 min - La Fennaz tennis court parking lot.