Sport

Path of the guards by pradieu

Valfréjus

Sentier des Gardes
OT HMV
Description

Enjoy a complete change of scene near the Arrondaz chalets. The rocky outcrops dramatically contrast with the high-altitude vegetation that follows a short distance on. Led up to the mountain pastures for the summer, the herds enjoy the tranquility of the plateau. Their bleating only adds to the serenity of the moment.
You've got front row seats to admire the imposing Pointe des Sarrasins. If your eyes are sharp enough, you might be able to make out the valleys of Orgère and Polset on the opposite slope. The challenging descent takes you into the so-called "montane zone". Populated with conifers giving out that wonderful scent of resin, Belle Plinier forest will enchant you at every step. Before returning to the Valfréjus resort, take a well-deserved rest by the Charmaix torrent to cool off. This is the torrent that runs down to Fourneaux, 800 m below.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

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

Ouverture

From 15/05 to 15/10.
Accessible by ski lift in summer.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Tarifs

Free access.

Contact et accès
Arrivée de la télécabine d'Arrondaz
73500 Valfréjus
Savoie (73)
Informations complémentaires
Équipements
  • Parking nearby
  • Charging stations for electric vehicles
Animaux
  • Pets allowed
À propos de la randonnée
  • Type : Itinérance
  • Dénivelé négatif : 620 m
  • Altitude Max. : 2220 m
  • Distance : 8 Km
  • Length : 2H45
  • Balisage : oui
  • Balisage : Balisage mixte (PR et GR)
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Services

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Thierry Bardagi, mountain guide - Yoga teacher
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©Inconnu
alp

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Sporting activities

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Thierry Bardagi – Yoga teacher and therapist

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Point-info Vanoise du Parc national de la Vanoise - Maison cantonale de Modane.
© Parc national de la Vanoise.
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Sport
Path of the guards by pradieu

Valfréjus