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Av. Denis Therme, 73630 Le Chatelard, France
GPS coordinates
45.6871247, 6.135577499999999
Phone
04 79 54 86 40
Starting Point
The start of the trails of the Regional Natural Park of the Massif des Bauges is in Ugine.
When?
Opening hours
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
Loading
How much?
Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
—
Fees, tickets and reservations: Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges
What to bring?
Gear
- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
45.6871247, 6.135577499999999
Center
04 79 54 86 40
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to knowParc naturel régional du massif des Bauges is rated hard.
The elevation gain of Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges is 1,200 m.
The summit of Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges is at 2,217 m.
Allow about 4h for Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges.
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Tickets, reservations and access conditions are managed by Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges: that is where the information is kept current.
No, dogs are not allowed on the trails of Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges.
Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges is not recommended for young children.
No, Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges has no visitor centre on site.
The trails in the Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges are rated as hard difficulty. With 1200m of elevation gain over 4 hours, these trails require good physical fitness and hiking experience.
The trails feature 1200m of elevation gain, making this a challenging hike with significant climbs. The steep terrain contributes to the hard difficulty rating of this regional natural park.
No, dogs are not allowed on the trails in the Parc naturel régional du massif des Bauges. Please plan accordingly and make alternative arrangements for your pets.
No, the trails are rated as hard difficulty with 1200m of elevation gain over 4 hours, making them unsuitable for beginners. These trails require good physical fitness and previous hiking experience.
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