Le Pas des Griffes by Geneuil - Hiking trail

Hard
8h30min
19.6km
Loop
+1225m
-1225m
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Description

This sporty but not technically demanding hike takes in the Aiguille Noire valley and offers a magnificent view of Mont Thabor.

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Marking

The trail is marked with yellow directional signs.

Map references

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.

Amenities

Guided steps

Start: hamlet of Le Pontet.
1/ Climb to the hamlet of Archaz.
2/ Join Geneuil on the minor road or footpath.
3/ In Geneuil, turn left on the path that rises at an angle to Montissot.
4/ Follow the track to the Pas de Cotérieux, keeping to the left of the Combe Feutrier.
5/ Follow the Grand Plateau ridge. Succession of small summits offering beautiful views of Mont Thabor.
6/ Descend to Pas des Griffes.
7/ Return following the remains of a path to the ruins.
8/ Join the Selles trail through the meadows.
9/ Follow the path to Archaz.

Address
Le Pontet, 73450, Valloire
Opening
From 15/05 to 31/10. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

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Address
Le Pontet, 73450, Valloire
Opening
From 15/05 to 31/10. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.