Snowshoeing itinerary : Itinéraire du Blanchet

Snowshoeing
Medium
2h
3.8km
Loop
+170m
-170m
Snowshoeing itinerary : Itinéraire du Blanchet image1

Description

A loop accessible from the heart of the village.

Across from the tourist office, head up Route de Chevenne, which runs alongside a stream lined with old chalets.
Turn right toward La Côte via the Blanchet Trail.
In La Côte, head back via “Chez les Thoules,” then through the village center.

Marking

Beacons snowshoeing purple.

Map references

Amenities

Guided steps

  1. From the tourist office, take Route de Chevenne directly across the street—a paved road that runs alongside a stream lined with old chalets.

  2. Continue along the road, then turn right toward La Côte, taking the Blanchet Trail.

  3. Continue along the trail until you reach the hamlet of La Côte.

  4. From La Côte, head toward Chez les Thoules to begin your return trip.

  5. From Chez les Thoules, return to the village center by following the paved road.

The Chevenne Road is paved for the first portion of the route.
The return trip between Chez les Thoules and the village center is also on a paved road.

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Sustainable Tourism

To respect agricultural practices, natural areas, and wildlife, please keep your dogs on a leash and pick up after them. Keep and sort your trash, stay on the trails, and close gates behind you.

If you encounter an animal, stop and let it pass.

Do not stray from the trail to avoid disturbing wildlife.

Keep your dog on a leash, or better yet, let it rest in the warmth!

Use designated areas (not the ski runs) and observe opening hours (to prevent nighttime damage).

Make sure you aren’t caught by nightfall.

Stay on marked trails for your safety.

Check the trail’s opening hours and accessibility.

Wear winter-appropriate gear and warm clothing.

Choose a trail and difficulty level suited to your ability.

Check the weather forecast—conditions change quickly in the mountains.

Address
Bureau d'information touristique, 10 route des Frasses, 74360, La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Opening
From 19/12 to 28/03 daily. The dates when the trails are open may vary depending on snow conditions and trail markings. Please note that if the avalanche risk is level 4 or higher, the trail is closed by municipal ordinance. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

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Address
Bureau d'information touristique, 10 route des Frasses, 74360, La Chapelle-d'Abondance
Opening
From 19/12 to 28/03 daily. The dates when the trails are open may vary depending on snow conditions and trail markings. Please note that if the avalanche risk is level 4 or higher, the trail is closed by municipal ordinance. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.