Snowshoeing itinerary: The Chapel Trail

The loop leads to the discovery of the small chapels that have watched over Bessans for centuries. Saint-Antoine, nestled in its snowy surroundings, and Saint-Claude, unassuming yet radiant, mark the route like two spiritual havens in the heart of winter.

Description

Saint-Claude was invoked to guard against the harmful effects of frosts due to late snowfalls.
The Saint-Antoine Chapel, a listed monument, dates from the 16th century. The exterior frescoes represent the procession of Vices and Virtues as well as Saint-Antoine and characters relating to its construction.

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
• Ski resort
• Less than a 10-minute walk from a bus stop

Rates

Free access.

Itinerary

• Distance 5.3km
• Route type LOOP
• Elevation gain 40m
• Negative gradient 40m
• Daily duration 2:00 a.m.
• Signposted itinerary Yes
• Beaconing accuracy Route 7
• Tricky passage This route crosses meadows. Without snow, it is impassable.
• Nature of the land Ungroomed 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

As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are provided for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.

Documents

• Snowshoeing itinerary: La Trace des Chapelles_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/ From the Espace sportif Le Carreley parking lot, follow the road for a few meters before crossing it. Go around the houses and onto the Plateau des Fossas, then take the path at the edge of the forest.
  2/ 0 h 20 - Once on this path, continue toward the Arc River, crossing it and following its bank. Cross the river a second time to reach Chapelle Saint-Claude.
  3/ 1 hr 25 min - From this point, continue toward Chapelle Saint-Antoine, then return to the Carreley parking lot.
  4/ 2 hrs - Le Carreley sports area.