To get to the start of the trail from the village centre, take the route de Pré la Joux and park at the Pré la Joux chairlift car park. You can also take the line 1 shuttle bus to the "Télésiège de Pré la Joux" stop.
The path begins by climbing gently above the carpet tunnel and then dips slightly into the forest along the stream.
Cross the stream on a small bridge to emerge above the bobsleigh run. Continue along the right-hand path, again through the forest, as far as "La place des plaines", where there is an oratory. The route then turns left to reach the Grands Plans mountain pastures.
Follow the track and markings through these magnificent areas to the Col de Bassachaux, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the two valleys.
The return journey takes the same route.
If you're feeling more adventurous, you can continue along the summer route to the chalets at Plaine Dranse. From there, you can return either by the same route or by taking the Pierre Longue chairlift back to Pré la Joux.
You can also take the Pierre-Longue chairlift directly up to the Col de Bassachaux from Plaine-Dranse. In this case, the difference in altitude is 140m and takes 1 hour (3.4 km).
Ouverture
From 23/12 to 21/04. Accessible according to climatic conditions and is closed if the avalanche risk is 3 on 5. Please contact the Tourist Office in advance to find out the conditions of access at the time.
Subject to snow conditions.
Tarifs
Free access. A pedestrian ticket is required if you choose to use the chairlift.
Contact et accès Pré la Joux 74390 Châtel Haute-Savoie (74)
