Grand Croisse Baulet from the Refuge - footpath

Hike in the forest and on a balcony, before heading for the mountain pastures where the sheep graze; from the summit of Croise Baulet, you can enjoy a vast 360° panorama of the Aravis and Mont Blanc massif.

Discover the Grand Croisse Baulet mountain, starting from the Refuge parking lot in Cordon. This walking adventure is for hikers looking for a challenge, with a red-level route considered difficult.

Your efforts will be rewarded at the summit with a breathtaking 360° view of the surrounding mountains, which you can admire from the typical Grand Croisse Baulet bench.

Whether it's for the exercise, the view or for a moment of relaxation after the climb, this hike is an invitation to discover the mountain in all its forms.

Please note: the Croisse Baulet mountain pasture is guarded by patous, or guard dogs, from July to around mid-September.

As indicated by municipal by-law no. 18/2024, domestic dogs are prohibited on the communal mountain pasture around Croisse Baulet Mountain between July 01 and September 15.

Warning: dangerous passage at Les Seyttets (sheep and patous park), but passage possible. Alternate route recommended by Tête du Planet.

Departmental signposting beige metal panel with green writing.

Map IGN 3430ET - LA CLUSAZ LE GRAND-BORNAND
Les Belvédères du Mont-Blanc map on sale for €7 at the tourist office.

1/ Park at the Refuge parking lot
2/ Take the path up towards Chanté.
3/ At the top of the slopes, follow signs for Cabane du Petit Pâtre.
4/ Once at the hut, follow signs for Croisse Baulet.
5/ Go back down the same way you came up.