The Bénés plateau from Tête Noire - hiking trail

360° views of the Mont-Blanc, Fiz and Aravis ranges. In summer, you'll find herds of cattle around the alpine chalets of Les Bénés.

Explore the Bénés plateau, with its breathtaking views of the Aravis mountains and the Mont-Blanc range! This hiking trail offers a variety of itineraries adapted to orange (fairly difficult) and red (difficult) levels, making it a delight for hikers in search of challenges and grandiose panoramas.

Starting from the Peray parking lot, the route begins with a walk through the forest. The magic happens as the path leads you up to the plateau, an open space where the view opens out onto the surrounding mountains.

In summer, this is where pastoral life takes shape, with cows enjoying the view and the fresh grass.

Please note that this hike is only accessible in late spring, as it depends on the snow conditions on the route.

Departmental signposting on beige metal panels with green lettering.

Belvédères Cordon and surroundings 25/1000 scale map
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1/ Park in the Peray parking lot or the Mouilles parking lot
2/ Head for Tête Noire, on the right along the main path: the climb is steady but fast,
3/ Then head for "Mouilles de Brey".
Variant : Here you can make a detour to the Tête Noire cross, which offers an exceptional view.
4/ Then head for the Bénés chalets.
5/ Return by the same or a different path, below the Chalets des Bénés,
6/ Return via the Balcon des Sions, Chemin des Bœufs.
Option: A longer loop can be made as far as the tête du Planet, or the Cabane du Petit Pâtre.