Back hike

Perimeter walking trail

La Norma
Perimeter walking trail - CCHMV APN

With its 27 consecutive switchbacks, it's hard to find a trail that's more playful both uphill and downhill. Away from the chairlifts, immerse yourself in the tranquility of the spruce forest that lends so much charm to La Norma.

Description

Set off at a calm, lordly pace to serenely start your ascent. Rack up the twists and turns as you breathe in the fresh, woodland air. From time to time, give yourself the luxury of a sensory break. You're overlooking the gorges of the Saint-Antoine torrent. Can you hear its rolling and tumbling? Starting at an impressive altitude of nearly 3,000 metres in the beautiful Belle Plinier area, this trail bears remarkable witness to centuries of erosion. How the water rushes down when the snow melts, tumbling straight into the Arc River, 2,000 metres lower down! After so much exercise, you might be tempted to take a break at the ONF chalet. The edge of the forest is just a few steps away. From the Carrelet chairlift, enjoy a view of the valley basking in the sun.

Additional welcome

The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.

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

  • Minimum age: 10 years

Environments

  • Forest location
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location
  • Close to GR footpath

Rates

Free of charge

Itinerary

  • Distance 8.2km
  • Route type Round trip
  • Elevation gain 640m
  • Negative gradient 640m
  • Daily duration 03h00
  • Signposted itinerary Yes
  • Beaconing accuracy Mixed markings (PR: yellow blades and GR: red and white)
  • Nature of the land Ground, Not suitable for strollers
  • Maximum altitude 1995m

Opening period

From 15/05 to 15/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

  • Subject to favorable weather

  • Subject to snow conditions

Location

By bus: Line 1 - Rond Point de la Norma stop.
By car: park in the La Norma leisure center parking lot.

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

  • To guide you in the field, consult the "step-by-step" directional diagram provided in pdf.

Perimeter walking trail
Base de loisirs des Avenières à la Norma 73500 La Norma
  • Distance 8.2km
  • Daily duration 03h00
  • Elevation gain 640m
  • Negative gradient 640m
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