Snowshoeing itinerary: The Discovery

Walk through one of the village’s best-preserved historic districts. Stone houses with slate roofs, built to withstand the wind and the weight of the snow, stand alongside chapels and oratories, bearing witness to a rich mountain heritage.

Description

This neighborhood has stood the test of time, having survived the fire of 1944, and today offers a stroll full of charm and authenticity.

Additional welcome

Check the weather conditions and avalanche risk before you set out (weather services, mountain rescue services, professionals, tourist office...).
Make sure your gear and clothing are appropriate for the forecast.
Postpone your activity if the weather forecast is poor. Follow safety instructions and do not stray from marked trails in winter.

Environments

• Mountain view
• Mountain location
• Less than a 10-minute walk from a bus stop

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 3.8km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 35m
• Negative gradient 35m
• Daily duration 1:15
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Signposted Route No. 1
• Tricky passage This route crosses meadows. Without snow, it is impassable.
• Nature of the land Groomed trail
• Maximum altitude 1735m

Opening period

Daily from December 15 to April 1.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Labels

Location

Documents

• Snowshoeing itinerary: La Découverte_Bessans (pdf)

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Out of respect for wildlife, please keep your dog on a lead.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

• 1/ Leaving the parking lot across from Espace sportif Le Carreley, turn left and follow the path along the road up the valley to the first intersection. Turn left and continue between the fields and the edge of the forest.
  2/ 0 h 45 - As you approach the Arc, follow the river and, at the second bridge, turn left onto the county road. Drive carefully along this road before turning off toward Sentier Nature and continuing to the next intersection.
  3/ 1 hr - At the Rue de Saint-Antoine intersection, turn left toward Chapelle Saint-Antoine. Walk up to the building, around it, then back down to Espace sportif Le Carreley.
  4/ 1 hr 15 min - Espace sportif Le Carreley.