Around the Neuvachette gorges - Trail itinerary

Discover the Neuvachette gorges after climbing up Valloire via the fitness trail and the "singles" towards Geneuil. Finish off with a loop around Les Villards through the Bois de la Prise.

Map of Valloire hiking and mountain biking trails, on sale at the tourist office.

IGN map 3435ET VALLOIRE - Aiguilles d'Arves / Col du Galibier is on sale in Valloire shops.

Departure: Valloire Tourist Office.

1/ Take the rue des écoles on the left as you leave the Office and head for the campsite. Before crossing the bridge, turn left and follow the path along the river.

2/Remount the road to the start of the fitness trail, accessible via a footbridge on the left.

3/ Follow the path to the fitness trail, cross the equestrian center and continue uphill. Continue to follow the path on the left, then turn 180° onto a single track signposted "Geneuil".

4/ Before you reach a large track, turn right, still heading for Geneuil.

5/Continue to climb on this track before joining a wider track, then continue to climb.

6/ After passing a chalet, take a single on the left and head back down towards the Neuvachette gorges.

7/ Follow this track, then turn left to return to the village center.

8/ Rejoin the road to Les Villards, pass the campsite and take the path on the left called "l'éco-sylve".

9/ Climb this track for 300m and, at the intersection, turn right towards the Bois de la Prise. Continue on this track before rejoining the road to Les Villards.

10/ Once you've reached Les Villards, take the track on the right and head back towards Valloire.