Take this loop around Valloire. Climb gradually to higher ground, passing by the fitness trail. Enjoy a lovely view from the top of St Pierre rock. Finish your outing at Les Villards, via the Bois de la Prise.
The trail is marked with yellow directional signs.
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 point: Valloire Tourist Office.
1/ Take the rue des écoles on your left as you leave the Office and head towards the campsite.
2/ Before crossing the bridge, turn left and follow the path along the river.
3/ Follow the road to the start of the fitness trail, accessible via a footbridge on the left.
4/ 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 which points to "Geneuil".
5/ This track descends to a large carriage track, on which you turn left in the direction of Chapelle St-Pierre.
6/ Continue to climb above the chapel before descending towards Carrefour Montagne.
7/ Go down rue de la bonne eau, past the campsite, then take the path on the left called "l'éco-sylve".
8/ Climb this track for 300m and, at the intersection, turn right towards Bois de la Prise.
9/ Continue on this track before rejoining the road and continuing towards Les Villards.
10/ Once you've reached Les Villards, take the track on the right and head back towards Valloire, with a final climb along the river before descending to the Tourist Office.