Snowshoe itinerary: Val Cenis Haut trail option

Val-Cenis

Take this downhill route and let the winter forest envelop you, among the pines and spruces, where wildlife lies hidden beneath the snow.

Description

On the way down, the trees give way to the Dent Parrachée, while the Grand Roc Noir and Pointe du Châtelard offer a panorama of silent, majestic mountains, to be savored step by step.

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
Less than 10 minutes from a bus stop on foot

Rates

Free admission. The tour is free, but a valid lift pass is required to use the lifts.

Itinerary

Distance 4.1km
Route type One-way ticket
Elevation gain 100m
Negative gradient 250m
Daily duration 01h45
Signposted itinerary Yes
Beaconing accuracy Marked Trail No. 4V
Nature of the land Non-groomed itinerary
Maximum altitude 1680m

Opening period

Daily from December 14 to April 17.

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.

Itinerary

Documents

Snowshoe itinerary: Val Cenis Haut trail option_Val-Cenis (pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Pets are not allowed on the lifts.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

1/ Start the hike at the top station of the Val Cenis gondola, take the snowshoe trail, and follow the open section before entering the forest.
2/ 0 h 20 - At the entrance to the forest, turn left onto the downhill path to join a wider trail at the next junction.
3/ 0 h 30 - At this intersection, turn right to reach Le Châtel, passing the Altitude 1610 crossroads and following the signs for Chapelle Saint-Étienne.
4/ 1 h 10 - From this junction, continue toward Lanslevillard - GR®5E Le Petit Bonheur - Chemin des Sarrazins and follow the wide path until you reach La Lauzière.
5/ 1 hr 35 min - At La Lauzière, head toward Lanslevillard, then turn right before the tunnel to reach the snow line and the Val Cenis Haut gondola departure station.
6/ 1 hr 45 min - Val Cenis Haut Gondola departure station.