Forest discovery trail - walking trail

Easy
1h
1.4km
Loop
+40m
-40m
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Description

A forest walk suitable for the whole family.
The trail winds through a "living" forest where conifers rub shoulders with deciduous trees where foxes and wild boar can hide, not forgetting raspberries, blueberries, ferns and anthills...
The hike can end with a picnic in the area beside a magnificent pool carved out of a tree trunk.
You can also extend the walk as far as the chalets de l'Avenaz, where you'll discover a magnificent panorama of the Mont-Blanc chain.

Guided steps

1/ Park at the Lezaive d'en haut parking lot (1h climb to Les Plaines) or park at the top of the forest road (requires adapted car, 15 min).
2/ The trailhead is located downstream from the parking lot.
3/ The trail winds through a "living" forest, following information panels on the flora and fauna.
4/ The hike ends at the picnic area next to a magnificent pool carved out of a tree trunk.
Alternative:
You can also extend the walk as far as the chalets de l'Avenaz, where you'll discover a magnificent panorama of the Mont-Blanc chain.

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Address
Parking des Plaines, Route forestière, 74700, Cordon
Opening
From 15/04 to 30/11 daily. Please check with the Tourist Office beforehand for current access conditions. Subject to favorable weather.

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