Snowshoeing itinerary: Hannibal's Walk

Follow in the footsteps of the Carthaginian general and let your imagination guide your snowshoes. The statue at the entrance to the village commemorates the epic story of Hannibal and his elephants crossing the Alps.

Description

From the sun-drenched plains to the heights of Le Verney, every step becomes an adventure that blends history and 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
• Bottom of slopes
• 10 - 20 min from a train station by car
• Less than 10 minutes from a bus stop on foot

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 2.8 km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 60m
• Negative gradient 60m
• Daily duration 01h15
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Route 7
• Nature of the land Non-groomed itinerary
• Maximum altitude 1260m

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: Hannibal's Walk_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/ The adventure begins at Bramans Town Hall, heading toward Camping-Église. Then cross the Pont de Bossate bridge and follow the road to Le Moulin.
  2/ 0:15 – At the crossroads, follow the signs for Le Jeu and continue along the edge of the forest to reach the Plan de l'Église crossroads.
  3/ 0 h 35 - At the end of the crossroads, turn right onto the slightly downhill path. After a few hundred meters, reach another crossroads and take the small path across the snow-covered field to reach Place Saint Clair.
  4/ 0 h 45 - From the square, follow the signs for Bramans Chef-Lieu and continue on the road, keeping your eyes peeled, to reach Le Moulin via Le Verney.
  5/ 1 h - Finally, at the Moulin intersection, take the same road as before to return to Bramans town hall.
  6/ 1 h 15 - Bramans Town Hall.